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Clinical Assistant Professor of Accounting

Michael Rodriguez, MBA, CPA, NACD.DC is a corporate governance and finance expert specializing in mergers and acquisitions, strategic planning, and private equity. With a career spanning financial leadership, corporate governance, and strategic advisory roles, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating corporate governance practices, assessing financial reporting accuracy, and evaluating whether fiduciary responsibilities were met. Mr. Rodriguez has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases in diagnostics, life sciences, and healthcare information technology. His MBA from Stanford University, along with certifications such as Directorship Certification from the National Association of Corporate Directors and Corporate Directorship Certificate from Harvard Business School, 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 corporate finance and governance.

Safety Management Professional, Construction Health/Safety Technician

Kimberly Pierce, SMP, CHST is a construction safety expert specializing in litigation involving construction safety, premises liability, and personal injury. With extensive practical and management experience across diverse industries such as military, power plants, and manufacturing, she brings a multidisciplinary perspective to her litigation work. Her work centers on investigating construction safety incidents, assessing compliance with safety regulations, and evaluating whether industry standards were met. Ms. Pierce has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to construction safety, premises liability, and occupational safety. Her B.S. in Safety Management from Indiana University, along with certifications such as ASSP Global Safety Management Certification and Construction Health and Safety Technician, 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 construction safety and OSHA compliance.

President | Chief Bridge Engineer

Scott Phelan, Ph.D., P.E., P.Eng., S.E. is a structural bridge engineering expert specializing in concrete segmental bridge design and design-build project delivery. With a career encompassing leadership in major bridge projects and advanced research in bridge dynamics, he brings a comprehensive understanding of structural integrity and innovative design solutions to litigation work. His work centers on investigating structural failures, assessing compliance with engineering standards, and evaluating whether design deviations contributed to project disputes. Mr. Phelan has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across North America, involving complex infrastructure projects and design-build contracts. His Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, along with his Professional Engineer (P.E.) and Structural Engineer (S.E.) 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 bridge engineering and structural design compliance.

CPA, CFA

Key Coleman, CPA, CFA is a forensic accounting expert specializing in commercial disputes and damages analysis. With a career spanning executive leadership in forensic consulting and academic roles, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating financial discrepancies, assessing economic damages, and evaluating whether financial misrepresentations have occurred. Mr. Coleman has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements nationwide, involving commercial disputes, insurance claims, and financial misrepresentation cases. His MBA in Finance from Emory University, along with certifications as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of damages in disputes involving complex financial and accounting issues.

Managing Director – Forensic Accounting, Fraud Investigations, and Litigation Consulting

David Nolte, CPA, ASA, CMA is a forensic accounting and business valuation expert specializing in litigation-related financial analysis. With a career spanning valuation of businesses, economic studies, and royalty and fraud auditing, he brings a nuanced perspective to complex financial disputes. His work centers on investigating financial discrepancies, assessing economic damages, and evaluating whether business valuations align with industry standards. Mr. Nolte has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving intellectual property disputes, business valuation cases, and commercial damages. His MBA from California State University, Los Angeles, along with his Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Accredited Senior Appraiser (ASA), and Certified Management Accountant (CMA) 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 business valuation and intellectual property damages.

Construction Defect and Compliance Expert Witness

Nicholas Raymond Garcia, MBA, PMP, DSA Class 1, ICC C8 is a construction defect and compliance expert specializing in forensic building inspection and contract compliance review. With a career encompassing hands-on involvement in inspection, quality assurance, and project oversight, he brings a practical and comprehensive framework to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing compliance with building codes, and evaluating whether industry standards have been met. Mr. Garcia has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across California, involving construction defects, compliance, and contract disputes in both residential and commercial settings. His MBA in Business Administration, along with certifications such as PMP and ICC Combination Inspector, 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 construction methodologies and compliance issues.

Senior Consultant

Michael D. Reiner, CPP is a security and risk management expert specializing in premises liability and security risk assessments. With a career spanning military security operations, higher education campus safety, and strategic intelligence, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work involving complex security challenges. His work centers on investigating security breaches, assessing threat management protocols, and evaluating whether security measures meet industry standards. Mr. Reiner has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving educational campuses, military installations, multi-family dwellings, and commercial establishments. His Master’s in Criminal Justice, along with certifications such as Certified Protection Professional (CPP) and DoD Security Program Integration Professional 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 security negligence and risk management.

Pain Medicine Thought-Leader

Eugene Lipov, MD is a pain medicine expert specializing in the treatment of PTSD and innovative pain management techniques. With a career that encompasses pioneering work in stellate ganglion block applications and medical device innovation, he brings a unique perspective to litigation involving complex pain syndromes and PTSD-related conditions. His work centers on investigating the efficacy of novel pain treatments, assessing the impact of PTSD on medical conditions, and evaluating the role of medical devices in pain management. Dr. Lipov has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to PTSD treatment, pain management, and medical device efficacy. His Medical Doctorate from Northwestern University, along with certifications in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS), 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 pain medicine and PTSD treatment.

Toxicology Director, Experienced Witness, Dual BC

David Harris Schaffer, MD, MRO is a medical toxicology expert specializing in toxicological assessments and emergency medicine. With a career spanning toxicology, emergency medicine, and public health strategy, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating toxic exposures, assessing drug interactions, and evaluating whether medical protocols were followed in cases of poisoning. Dr. Schaffer has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to chemical exposure, drug overdose, and toxic torts. His Doctor of Medicine from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, along with certifications as a Certified Medical Review Officer and board certifications in Emergency Medicine and Medical Toxicology, 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 toxicological and medical issues.

Forensic Expert Witness

Mark Withrow, Certified Forensic Consultant (CFC), Certified Medical Investigator (CMI), Certified Forensic Litigation Consultant (CFLC), Certified Homeland Protection Professional (CHPP) is a security and risk management expert specializing in premises liability and crime foreseeability litigation. With a career spanning law enforcement, security management, and forensic consulting, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating security negligence, assessing use of force and over-escalation, and evaluating whether security standards and best practices were upheld. Mr. Withrow has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements throughout Northern California, involving premises liability, wrongful death, and personal injury cases. His B.A. in Psychology with a minor in Rhetoric, along with certifications such as Certified Forensic Litigation Consultant (CFLC) and Certified Homeland Protection Professional (CHPP), 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 security negligence and risk mitigation.

PharmD, MS, CPPS, CPHQ

Dominic Saladino, PharmD, MS, CPPS, CPHQ is a medication safety expert specializing in process improvement and regulatory compliance within healthcare systems. With a career spanning pharmacy operations, strategic planning, and quality management, he brings a comprehensive framework for analyzing medication safety practices and ensuring compliance with industry standards. His work centers on investigating medication errors, assessing regulatory compliance, and evaluating whether safety protocols align with best practices. Mr. Saladino has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving healthcare systems, hospitals, and regulatory compliance cases. His Master of Science in Pharmacy Outcomes and Policy, along with certifications such as Certified Professional in Patient Safety (CPPS) and Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ), 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 medication safety and regulatory compliance.

Mechanical Engineering Leader | Failure Analysis Specialist | Expert Witness

T. Kim Parnell, PhD, PE is a mechanical engineering and failure analysis expert specializing in litigation involving medical devices, heavy equipment, and intellectual property claims. With a career spanning litigation consulting, technical investigations, and product development across highly regulated industries, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating mechanical failures, assessing accident causation, and evaluating intellectual property disputes. Mr. Parnell has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases in medical devices, intellectual property, and product liability. His PhD in Mechanical Engineering, along with certifications such as SEAK Expert Witness Training – Advanced, 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 product liability.

Forensic Engineer

William J. Kirkham, P.E., S.E., Ph.D., F. SEI, M.ASCE is a forensic engineering expert specializing in structural failure analysis and construction defect litigation. With a career spanning structural design, forensic investigations, and academic contributions, he brings a multidisciplinary framework to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating structural failures, assessing compliance with engineering standards, and evaluating whether construction defects contributed to damages. Mr. Kirkham has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases such as defective railings, shotcrete pool failures, and multi-story building collapses. His Ph.D. in Wood Science & Civil Engineering, along with certifications as a Professional Engineer and Structural Engineer, 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 structural engineering and construction defects.

Senior Corporate Executive

DAVID J. BROTMAN, FAIA is an architectural and engineering firm management expert specializing in strategic planning and project management within the architectural sector. With a career spanning mixed-use and commercial architecture, strategic planning, and construction defects analysis, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work involving architectural design and coordination. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing standard of care in architectural practices, and evaluating compliance with building codes. Mr. Brotman has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving mixed-use and commercial architecture, strategic planning, and construction defects. His B.S. in Architecture from the University of Cincinnati, along with his designation as a Fellow of the American Institute of Architects, 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 architectural design and coordination.

Civil, Structural, and Forensic Engineering Consultant

Zohaib A. Alvi, M.Eng., P.E., ENV-SP is a Civil, Structural, and Forensic Engineering expert specializing in structural failure analysis and construction defect litigation. With a career encompassing structural design, forensic investigations, and building preservation, he brings a multifaceted engineering perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating structural deficiencies, assessing construction compliance, and evaluating whether building codes were adhered to. Mr. Alvi has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the northeastern United States, involving structural failure, construction disputes, and building preservation cases. His Master of Engineering in Engineering Management, along with certifications such as Envision Sustainability Professional (ENV-SP) and Certified XL Tribometrist (CXLT), 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 structural engineering and construction issues.

Pediatric Intensivist, Medical Director, Professor of Pediatrics

Santa J. Bartholomew M.D., FAAP, FCCM is a pediatric critical care expert specializing in medical malpractice and pediatric critical care litigation. With a career encompassing pediatric critical care, brain injury, and burn injury, she brings a multidisciplinary perspective to her litigation work. Her work centers on investigating medical malpractice claims, assessing pediatric critical care standards, and evaluating whether deviations from accepted medical practices occurred. Dr. Bartholomew has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving pediatric critical care, brain injury, and burn injury cases. Her Doctor of Medicine from the Medical College of Pennsylvania, along with certifications in Pediatrics and Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, 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 critical care and related medical issues.

Expert Witness

Capt. David G. Bacon is a maritime expert specializing in boating accidents and marina safety litigation. With a career encompassing boat charter operations, maritime nonprofit leadership, and extensive editorial work in marine electronics, he brings a multifaceted perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating vessel operation failures, assessing captain and crew responsibilities, and evaluating compliance with maritime safety standards. Mr. Bacon has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across California, involving cases related to boating accidents, equipment failures, and maritime safety. His Associate Arts degree in Business Administration, along with his U.S. Coast Guard licensed vessel captain 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 vessel operation and safety compliance.

Vocational Evaluator and Testifier

Matthew R. Putts, PhD, LPC, LRC, NCC, CRC, CLCP, IPEC, CVE is a vocational evaluation and rehabilitation expert specializing in vocational assessments and rehabilitation counseling. With a career encompassing leadership roles in nonprofit management, strategic consulting, and forensic rehabilitation, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating employability through vocational assessments, assessing labor market conditions, and evaluating whether employment accommodations are necessary. Mr. Putts has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to vocational rehabilitation, labor market analysis, and life care planning. His Doctor of Philosophy in Rehabilitation Counseling and Administration, along with certifications such as Certified Rehabilitation Counselor and Certified Life Care Planner, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of employability and rehabilitation needs in disputes involving vocational evaluation and rehabilitation.