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President & CEO

Robin D. Franks, P.G., CHMM, RSO is an Environmental and Industrial Hygiene expert specializing in environmental real property transactional and operational due diligence. With a career spanning environmental compliance, hazardous materials management, and industrial hygiene, she brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work involving complex environmental challenges. Her work centers on investigating environmental compliance, assessing hazardous materials management, and evaluating whether risk-based management practices have been effectively implemented. Ms. Franks has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving environmental compliance, hazardous materials management, and industrial hygiene in industries such as oil and gas, manufacturing, and healthcare. Her Master of Science in Geology, along with certifications such as Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM), reinforce her ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. She is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of responsibility in disputes involving environmental compliance and hazardous materials management.

EdD, RDN, CDCES, FAND

Dr. Mitchel Kirk Holliday, EdD, RDN, CDCES, FAND is a Nutrition and Dietetics expert specializing in correctional healthcare and clinical nutrition litigation. With a career encompassing leadership roles in public health and correctional systems, he brings a strategic perspective to evaluating nutrition policies and practices in institutional settings. His work centers on investigating compliance with dietary standards, assessing the adequacy of nutrition interventions, and evaluating whether institutional practices meet established guidelines. Dr. Holliday has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving correctional healthcare, food safety, and clinical nutrition disputes. His Doctor of Education in Career and Technical Education, along with certifications such as Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist and Registered Dietitian, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of standard of care in disputes involving nutrition and dietetics in correctional facilities.

Vice President and Corporate Civil/Site Practice Lead

Michael J. Sheleheda, P.E. is a geotechnical and civil engineering expert specializing in foundation design and construction, earthwork, and stormwater management litigation. With a career encompassing diverse engineering projects across commercial, residential, and industrial sectors, he brings a comprehensive understanding of engineering principles to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating foundation failures, assessing stormwater management compliance, and evaluating whether construction practices meet industry standards. Mr. Sheleheda has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving real estate, natural gas, manufacturing, and mining sectors. His M.S. in Civil Engineering from the University of Michigan, along with his Professional Engineer licenses in multiple states, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving geotechnical failures and construction defects.

Consultant, Mediator, Arbitrator

Gregory R. Riehle, JD is a hospitality and insurance expert specializing in legal, operational, and insurance matters within the hotel and restaurant industries. With a multifaceted career encompassing roles as a commercial litigator, hotel operator, and insurance executive, he brings a comprehensive legal and operational framework to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating insurance claims, assessing operational compliance, and evaluating whether industry standards have been met. Mr. Riehle has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving resort asset management, hotel operations, and insurance disputes. His Juris Doctor in Law from the University of Southern California Law School, along with his active membership in the Florida Bar, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of standard of care in disputes involving hospitality operations and insurance claims.

MBA

Gregory M. Libby, MBA is a real estate expert specializing in commercial and residential real estate litigation. With a career spanning real estate management, development, and investment trusts, he brings a multifaceted perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating property management practices, assessing lease agreements, and evaluating whether industry standards have been met. Mr. Libby has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across California, involving commercial real estate, REITs, and property management disputes. His Master of Business Administration from the University of Phoenix, along with his California Real Estate Broker License, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of standard of care in disputes involving commercial real estate and property management.

Digital Forensics and Information Security Analyst

Ira Victor, BA, G2700, GCFA, GPCI, GSEC, CGEIT, CRISC is a digital forensics and information security expert specializing in computer forensics and cybersecurity litigation. With a career spanning digital evidence preservation, cybercrime response, and preventive information security, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work involving complex digital environments. His work centers on preserving digital evidence, assessing cybersecurity incidents, and evaluating compliance with information security standards. Mr. Victor has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases in healthcare, retail, and technology sectors. His Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science, along with certifications such as G2700, GCFA, and CGEIT, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of responsibility in disputes involving digital forensics and information security.

Tenured Full-Professor of Mechanical Engineering

Professor Jahan Rasty, Ph.D., PE, MBA is a forensic engineering expert specializing in failure analysis and accident reconstruction. With a career spanning mechanical design, stress analysis, and materials characterization, he brings a multidisciplinary approach to litigation work. His work centers on investigating root-cause failures, assessing mechanical design integrity, and evaluating whether industry standards were met in dynamic events. Mr. Rasty has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to forensic engineering, product liability, and premises safety. His Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Louisiana State University, along with certifications such as Crash Data Retrieval (CDR) System Operator, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving mechanical failures and accident reconstructions.

Heavy Vehicle Specialist / Expert Witness

John Ross is a heavy vehicle specialist expert specializing in commercial motor vehicle cases. With a career encompassing extensive experience in trucking safety standards, driver training, and hazardous materials transport, he brings a comprehensive understanding of industry regulations and practices to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating truck driver actions and reactions, assessing compliance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, and evaluating whether proper safety and maintenance protocols were followed. Mr. Ross has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving commercial motor vehicle accidents, hazardous materials transport, and oversized load handling. His certifications as a Certified Classroom Instructor for Defensive Driving and a Licensed Private Investigator reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of standard of care in disputes involving trucking and transportation safety.

Division Chief Anesthesiology

Michelle Kars, MD, FAAP is a pediatric anesthesiology expert specializing in quality and patient safety, airway management, and intraoperative and postoperative management. With a career encompassing leadership roles in pediatric anesthesiology and extensive experience in academic and clinical settings, she brings a comprehensive framework to her litigation work. Her work centers on investigating medication errors, assessing regional anesthesia practices, and evaluating whether standard of care deviations occurred. Dr. Kars has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving pediatric anesthesiology and pain management cases. Her Doctor of Medicine from New York University School of Medicine, along with certifications in Anesthesiology, Pediatric Anesthesiology, and Pediatrics, reinforce her ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. She is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of standard of care in disputes involving pediatric anesthesiology and related fields.

Board Certified Neurologist

PETER-BRIAN ANDERSSON MB.ChB., B.Sc.Med(Hons), D.Phil. is a Board Certified Neurologist expert specializing in traumatic brain injury, multiple sclerosis, and complex regional pain syndrome litigation. With a career encompassing neuroimmunology research, clinical practice, and academic instruction, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating traumatic brain injuries, assessing neurological impacts of multiple sclerosis, and evaluating whether standard of care deviations occurred in neuromuscular disease cases. Dr. Andersson has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to traumatic brain injury, memory disorders, and nursing home standard of care. His D.Phil. in Neuroimmunology, along with Board Certifications in Clinical Neurophysiology and Neurology, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving epilepsy, EMG & EEG, and dementia.

Pilot and Aviation Consultant

John R. Bell II is an aviation & aerospace expert specializing in corporate aviation development and management consulting. With a career encompassing diverse roles in aviation management, flight instruction, and international flight operations, he brings a comprehensive understanding of aviation systems and compliance to his litigation work. His work centers on evaluating aircraft operations, assessing aviation safety compliance, and investigating pilot training and certification standards. Mr. Bell has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States and internationally, involving corporate aviation, Cessna Citation operations, and aviation safety compliance. His coursework in aeronautics at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, along with certifications such as FAA Airline Transport Pilot and Certified Flight Instructor (Gold Seal), reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation and responsibility in disputes involving aviation management and safety standards.

Consultant and Associate Professor

Dr. Ken Lang, Ph.D. is a criminal justice and forensic art expert specializing in criminal investigations, violent crimes, and police practices and procedures. With a career encompassing law enforcement, higher education, and forensic artistry, he brings a multifaceted perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating criminal cases, assessing use of force incidents, and evaluating police procedures. Dr. Lang has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases of violent crimes, police practices, and forensic art. His Ph.D. in Criminal Justice from Walden University, along with certifications from the Maryland Police Training Commission and the FBI, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation and responsibility in disputes involving criminal investigations and law enforcement practices.

Sr. Design Engineer, Sr. Forensic Engineer, Pipe Failure Expert

Al Rose, P.E. is a pipe failure analysis expert specializing in forensic engineering and material science litigation. With a career spanning design engineering, R&D, and forensic investigations, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work involving complex pipe failure scenarios. His work centers on investigating failure causation, assessing material integrity, and evaluating compliance with industry standards. Mr. Rose has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States and internationally, involving cases in chemical, petroleum, and wastewater industries. His Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, along with his Professional Engineer licenses in AZ and CA, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving pipe and tubing failures.

Managing Director

CHARLES HARRIS HELLER, PH.D. is a forensic psychology expert specializing in criminal behavior analysis and child custody evaluations. With a career encompassing forensic psychology, child custody evaluations, and domestic violence assessment, he brings a nuanced understanding of psychological dynamics to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating criminal behavior, assessing competency to stand trial, and evaluating the psychological impact of domestic violence. Dr. Heller has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving criminal cases, child custody disputes, and domestic violence assessments. His Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, along with certifications such as the Certificate of Professional Qualification in Psychology and the Telepsychology Competencies Credential, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of responsibility in disputes involving forensic psychological evaluations.

Assistant Professor

Jonathan S. Lee-Confer, Ph.D., C.E.P. is a biomechanics expert specializing in slip, trip, and fall biomechanics and premises liability. With a career encompassing biomechanics, kinesiology, and safety standards, he brings a multidisciplinary approach to litigation work. His work centers on investigating slip and fall incidents, assessing floor slip resistance, and evaluating compliance with safety standards. Mr. Lee-Confer has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving premises liability and safety standards in various industries. His Ph.D. in Biokinesiology from the University of Southern California, along with certifications such as Certified Exercise Physiologist and Occupational Safety and Health Administration 30 General, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving slip resistance and safety compliance.

PE, PTOE

Jeffrey Sanchez, PE, PTOE is a traffic engineering expert specializing in forensic investigations related to traffic control and roadway design. With a career spanning traffic operations, highway construction project management, and forensic analysis, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating traffic signal timing, assessing roadway distress and failure, and evaluating whether ADA compliance standards have been met. Mr. Sanchez has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving traffic engineering, roadway design, and construction cases. His Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the United States Coast Guard Academy, along with his Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) certification, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of responsibility in disputes involving traffic control and roadway design.

SHRM-SCP

John A. Campanella, SHRM-SCP is a workplace employment investigations expert specializing in law enforcement policy and procedure, hiring/retention, discipline/performance, and accreditation. With a career spanning human resource management, compliance monitoring, and internal and external investigations, he brings a strategic leadership perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating compliance with law enforcement standards, assessing human resource management practices, and evaluating whether organizational policies align with accreditation requirements. Mr. Campanella has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving law enforcement agencies, corporate human resources, and compliance monitoring. His Master of Science in Management in Organizational Leadership, along with his Senior Certified Professional designation from the Society for Human Resource Management, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of compliance and responsibility in disputes involving law enforcement practices and human resource management.

President – Cyber Asset Recovery Experts, Inc; FBI (Retired)

Jason T. Ghetian, President – Cyber Asset Recovery Experts, Inc; FBI (Retired) is a cryptocurrency and cybersecurity expert specializing in cryptocurrency investment fraud and exchange security failures. With a career encompassing high-stakes cyber investigations and asset recovery, he brings a strategic investigative framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating cryptocurrency fraud, assessing exchange security breaches, and evaluating whether improper token swaps have occurred. Mr. Ghetian has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cryptocurrency-related disputes, family law asset divisions, and high-tech fraud cases. His Master of Science in Cyber-Security Engineering, along with certifications such as TRM Certified Investigator and Security Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of responsibility in disputes involving digital forensics and cybercrime.