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Expert Witness

John Tyson, BS, MS, JD, P.E. is an accident reconstruction and slip trip & fall expert specializing in vehicle accident reconstruction and building code analysis. With a career spanning accident animation, 3D simulation, and safety assessments, he brings a multidisciplinary approach to litigation work. His work centers on investigating accident causation, assessing compliance with safety standards, and evaluating whether building codes were adhered to. Mr. Tyson has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across various jurisdictions, involving vehicle accidents, pedestrian incidents, and industrial safety cases. His BS from Leeds University, MS from Cranfield Institute of Technology, and JD from ALU, along with his P.E. designation, 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 accident reconstruction and safety compliance.

Expert Witness

Christopher S. Debski is a construction defects expert specializing in building envelope systems, roofs, walls, foundations, windows, and doors. With a career spanning over two decades in construction and defect analysis, he brings a comprehensive understanding of structural integrity and failure analysis to litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing compliance with building codes, and evaluating whether construction practices meet industry standards. Mr. Debski has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across various jurisdictions, involving residential and commercial construction defect cases. His M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from AGH University of Science and Technology, along with his B.S. in Construction Management from Central Connecticut State University, 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 construction defects.

Expert Witness

Kenneth A. Solomon, Ph.D., P.E., Post Ph.D. is a biomechanics and accident reconstruction expert specializing in accident analysis and safety evaluations. With a career spanning human factors, safety engineering, and forensic science, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating accident causation, assessing safety compliance, and evaluating whether product warnings were adequate. Mr. Solomon has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving product liability, construction defects, and criminal defense cases. His Ph.D. in engineering from UCLA, along with his P.E. designation and Post Ph.D. studies, 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 accident reconstruction and biomechanics.

Associate Director

Mark Lucas, BSC (Hons), HND is a construction claims and dispute resolution expert specializing in contract disputes and professional negligence. With a career spanning quantity surveying, expert determination, and land development issues, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction claims, assessing contract compliance, and evaluating whether professional negligence has occurred. Mr. Lucas has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the UK, involving construction contract disputes, land development issues, and professional negligence cases. His BSC (Hons) in Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management, along with certifications such as the RICS Accredited Expert Witness Registration Scheme and Cardiff University Bond Solon Expert Witness, 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 construction and land development.

Principal Engineer

Mr. De Vita has over thirty years of experience in industrial civil/structural/project engineering and design with specific experience in petrochemical, pharmaceuticals, biofuels, and commercial enterprises. In addition to his work in the engineering, procurement, and construction, he has provided project management and technical consulting for insurance markets in appraisal of cause and origin evaluation, estimates of property damage and scheduling and review of rebuilding programs. As Principal Engineer, he is responsible for supervising engineering and design activities, preparation of engineering cost estimates, project schedules and allocation of engineering resources.

Expert Witness

Gary L. Buffington, MS, AA, BS, CSP, CRSP is an OSHA and construction safety expert specializing in accident reconstruction and personal injury/wrongful death litigation. With a career spanning safety codes, regulatory compliance, and mining safety, he brings a comprehensive framework to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating accident causation, assessing safety training plans, and evaluating whether safety codes and regulatory compliance were adhered to. Mr. Buffington has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States and Canada, involving construction, mining, and industrial safety cases. His MS in safety from the University of South Dakota, along with CSP and CRSP certifications, 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 crane/hoist operations, fall protection, and machinery guarding.

Consultant Plastic Surgeon

Ms Lena C Andersson, M.D., Dr.Med. is a plastic surgery expert specializing in medico-legal expertise. With a career encompassing breast reconstruction, trauma surgery, and burn treatment, she brings a nuanced understanding of surgical practices to her litigation work. Her work centers on investigating surgical outcomes, assessing procedural adherence, and evaluating whether standard of care was maintained. Ms. Andersson has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Europe, involving cases related to cosmetic surgery, trauma surgery, and skin tumour surgery. Her medical degree, along with her Plastic Surgery Specialist license, 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 plastic and reconstructive surgery.

Construction Defect and Home Inspection Expert

Michael J Hesterberg, B.S. C.M.I.A. is a construction defect and home inspection expert specializing in mold inspections and assessments, exterior cladding inspections, and moisture intrusion assessments. With a career spanning over three decades in building inspections and construction defect analysis, he brings a comprehensive framework for evaluating construction practices and identifying potential deviations from industry standards. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing moisture intrusion, and evaluating whether home inspection protocols were properly followed. Mr. Hesterberg has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Ohio and Kentucky, involving residential and commercial property inspections, and errors and omissions defense for home inspectors. His B.S. from The Ohio State University, along with his licenses as a Home Inspector in Kentucky (HI-2292) and Ohio (OHI.2019004331), 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 construction defects and building inspection issues.

Quantity Surveyors & Construction Cost Managers

Mr. Bruce McCracken is a Quantity Surveying and Construction Cost Management expert specializing in dispute resolution and liquidation management. With a career encompassing diverse roles in construction cost analysis and project financial oversight, he brings a strategic perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating cost discrepancies, assessing project financials, and evaluating whether industry standards were adhered to. Mr. McCracken has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Australia, involving construction disputes and cost management cases. His Diploma in Quantity Surveying from BCTC, along with his membership in the Australian Institute of Quantity Surveying (AIQS) and the AIQS College of Expert Witness, 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 construction cost management.

Managing Director

Mr. Ashley France, BSc[HONS] MSc MRICS FCIoB MSoEW FInstCPD MCIArb is a Chartered Surveying expert specializing in dispute resolution and forensic surveying. With a career encompassing construction management, project oversight, and expert witness services, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction discrepancies, assessing project compliance, and evaluating whether industry standards have been met. Mr. France has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the UK, involving construction law and project management disputes. His MSc in Construction Management, along with certifications such as MRICS and MCIArb, 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 complex construction projects.

Senior Engineer

John D. Barnard, P.E. is an environmental and civil engineering expert specializing in solid waste management litigation. With a career spanning construction administration, landfill design, and stormwater system design, he brings a comprehensive engineering framework to litigation involving environmental compliance and operational oversight. His work centers on investigating engineering compliance, assessing construction quality assurance, and evaluating whether operational standards have been met. Mr. Barnard has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the Southeastern United States, involving solid waste management facilities, commercial and residential developments, and environmental projects. His B.S. in Civil Engineering from North Carolina State University, along with his Professional Engineer licenses in NC, SC, and GA, 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 landfill operations and environmental engineering projects.

Plastic Surgeon

Eugene J. Strasser, M.D., J.D., F.A.C.S., P.A is a plastic surgery expert specializing in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery litigation. With a career encompassing diverse roles in wound healing, breast reconstruction, and burn treatment, he brings a multifaceted perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating surgical outcomes, assessing procedural adherence, and evaluating whether standard of care was met in complex medical disputes. Dr. Strasser has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Florida, involving cases in cosmetic surgery, reconstructive surgery, and wound management. His M.D. in medicine, along with board certifications in surgery and plastic surgery, 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 surgical procedures and outcomes.

Major Program Delivery Director

David Morris is a construction and construction processes expert specializing in building codes, construction damages, and construction management. With a career spanning roles in virtual construction, mechanical systems, and plumbing design, he brings a practical, technology-forward perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction defects and delays, assessing root causes of failures, and evaluating whether construction processes adhered to industry standards. Mr. Morris has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to construction scheduling, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing coordination (MEP), and building information modeling (BIM). His welding certifications in MIG, TIG, and Stick, along with his extensive experience in instrumentation, controls, and building automation systems, 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 construction defects and delays.

Dan Weekes, AIA, NCARB, BECxP, CxA+BE is an architectural forensics expert specializing in construction defects analysis. With a career encompassing building design and construction, architectural review, and failure analysis, he brings a comprehensive perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating building enclosure failures, assessing water infiltration issues, and evaluating property condition assessments. Mr. Weekes has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across various regions, involving cases related to construction defects, ADA compliance, and building enclosure evaluations. His Bachelor of Architecture, along with certifications such as BECxP and CxA+BE, 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 water infiltration and building enclosure failures.

Chartered Electrical Engineer

Simon Barrows, Chartered Electrical Engineer is an electrical engineering expert specializing in forensic engineering and expert witness testimony. With a diverse background in building compliance, construction disputes, and fire protection systems, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating electrical accidents and failures, assessing building compliance concerns, and evaluating whether construction defects have occurred. Mr. Barrows has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across various industries, involving construction contract disputes, electrical safety issues, and fire investigations. His Certificate in Environmental Engineering, along with his Chartered Engineer CEng 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 causation in disputes involving electrical engineering and construction safety.

Safe System Infrastructure and Vehicles

Johann Tay is a road safety engineering expert specializing in traffic accident reconstruction and vehicle automation. With a career encompassing forensic engineering, public policy in road transport, and human factors in driving, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating accident causation, assessing driver behavior, and evaluating whether engineering standards were met. Mr. Tay has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across various jurisdictions, involving automobile accidents, workplace transport, and weather-related driving issues. His Master of Traffic and Master of Transport, along with his Bachelor of Engineering(Mech)(Hons) and Bachelor of Commerce, 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 traffic accident reconstruction and driver human factors.

Professor Panayiotis Kyzas is a head and neck surgery expert specializing in cancer diagnosis and treatment. With a career encompassing surgical innovation and facial reconstruction, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating clinical negligence, assessing surgical outcomes, and evaluating whether standard of care was met in complex medical cases. Professor Kyzas has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Europe, involving cases of medical negligence, facial trauma, and oral surgery. His medical degree in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, along with his extensive experience in cancer services, 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 head and neck surgery and related fields.

Expert Witness

Jeffrey A Martin, Registered Roof Consultant, Registered Roof Observer, Registered Exterior Wall Observer, Construction Document Technologist, Level One Infrared Thermographer, Certified EIFS Inspector, Certified EIFS Inspector and Level I and II Inspector, Adhered Stone Certification is a building inspection and construction defects expert specializing in roofing and exterior wall systems litigation. With a career spanning roofing, EIFS, and waterproofing, he brings a comprehensive understanding of building envelope integrity to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating roofing defects, assessing water intrusion, and evaluating whether construction standards have been met. Mr. Martin has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across various jurisdictions, involving cases related to roofing failures, EIFS issues, and building envelope defects. His certifications as a Registered Roof Consultant, Registered Roof Observer, and Registered Exterior Wall Observer, along with his Construction Document Technologist designation, 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 construction defects and building inspections.