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Expert Witness

Curtis E. Falany, P.E. is an electrical engineering expert specializing in forensic investigation and construction defects. With a career spanning electrical failures, complex electrical systems, and the National Electrical Code, he brings a comprehensive forensic framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating electrical failures, assessing construction defects, and evaluating whether compliance with industry standards was maintained. Mr. Falany has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving electrical contracting disputes, workers compensation claims, and process control computer systems. His Bachelors in Engineering Science from Florida State University, along with his Board Certified Diplomat in Forensic Engineering — NAFE, a Council of Engineering & Scientific Specialty Boards (CESB) Member Board, 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 contact, shock, and electrocution.

President and Chief Engineering Officer

Gary E. Kilpatrick, P.E., DFE, PENC Fellow is a forensic engineering expert specializing in accident reconstruction and industrial accident investigation. With a career spanning mechanical design engineering, product defect analysis, and safety compliance, he brings a multifaceted engineering perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating mechanical failures, assessing compliance with safety standards, and evaluating whether engineering practices meet industry norms. Mr. Kilpatrick has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving traffic accident reconstruction, industrial accidents, and product liability cases. His Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Design Engineering, along with certifications such as Certified Diplomate Forensics 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 mechanical systems and safety compliance.

Expert Witness

Stephen D. Turner, Ph.D. is a Medical Genetics and Forensic Science expert specializing in human genomics, public health, and microbial genomics. With a career spanning academia, industry, and independent consulting, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating genetic data, assessing biosecurity measures, and evaluating whether public health protocols have been adhered to. Mr. Turner has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving medical genetics, forensic science, and biosecurity cases. His Ph.D. in Computational Human Genetics, along with certifications as a Project Management Professional (PMP) and Registered U.S. Patent Agent, 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 synthetic biology and infectious disease modeling.

Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Ray S. Kim, Ph.D., LSOE, LSOTP, DAPA, DABPS, FACFEI, FACAPP, CODP II is a forensic psychology expert specializing in psychological evaluations and sex offender assessments. With extensive experience in forensic evaluations, psychological testing, and counseling, he brings a nuanced understanding of the intersection between psychology and the legal system to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating competency to stand trial, assessing violence risk, and evaluating whether diminished capacity is present. Dr. Kim has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Illinois, involving criminal cases, civil matters, and federal evaluations. His Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Temple University, along with certifications such as Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Licensed Sex Offender Evaluator, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of competency and responsibility in disputes involving forensic psychological issues.

Automotive Vehicle Valuation Appraisal Expert

Steven M. Murow is a forensic general engineering contracting and cost estimating expert specializing in mass grading and excavation, street improvements, underground construction, and land development cost analysis. With a career spanning public and private engineering contracting, land development pro formas, and claims mitigation, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction claims, assessing contractor standard of care, and evaluating whether deviations from industry standards have occurred. Mr. Murow has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Southern California, involving public and private engineering and building contracting cases. His education in civil engineering, along with his extensive experience in the field, reinforces 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 claims and cost estimating.

Business Owner

Michael M. Nelson is a digital forensics and cyber security expert specializing in incident response and eDiscovery. With a career encompassing digital forensics, cyber security, and information technology, he brings a comprehensive understanding of how to address complex digital investigations and cyber threats. His work centers on investigating digital breaches, assessing data integrity, and evaluating whether security protocols were breached. Mr. Nelson has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving corporate, civil, criminal, and domestic cases. His B.S. Arts and Sciences in Computer and Information Sciences, along with certifications such as AccessData Certified Examiner (ACE) and 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 causation in disputes involving digital forensics and cyber security.

President, Principal Engineer

Dr. Edward J. Garbin, Jr., Ph.D., P.E., D.GE is a geotechnical engineering expert specializing in forensic evaluations and structural distress analysis. With a career spanning deep foundations, ground improvement, and earth retention systems, he brings a robust technical framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating foundation integrity, assessing soil mechanics, and evaluating whether construction practices meet industry standards. Dr. Garbin has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving complex geotechnical and structural cases. His Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical), along with his Diplomate, Geotechnical Engineering (D.GE) 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 foundation failures and soil stabilization issues.

PhD PE CSP

Adam K. Aleksander, Ph.D., P.E., C.S.P. is a Human Factors and Safety Engineering expert specializing in product liability and industrial accident investigation. With a career spanning mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, and forensic engineering, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating equipment failures, assessing industrial incidents, and evaluating whether safety standards were met. Mr. Aleksander has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases in mechanical engineering, industrial projects, and power utility failures. His Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering, along with certifications as a Certified Safety Professional and Licensed Professional Engineer 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 human factors and safety compliance.

Chief Executive Officer

Edward L. Fronapfel, M.S.C.E., P.E., CBIE, CFCC, EDI, CBCP, MAE, F.ASCE, F.NAFE, DFE, D-IBFES, NACHI is a forensic engineering expert specializing in construction defects litigation. With a career spanning structural design, building envelopes, and civil engineering, he brings a comprehensive forensic framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing structural integrity, and evaluating whether industry standards have been met. Mr. Fronapfel has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving construction defect claims, property analysis, and catastrophic claim analysis. His Master of Science in Civil Engineering, along with certifications such as Certified Forensic Claims Consultant and Board Certified Building Inspection 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 and civil engineering matters.

Forensic Biomedical/Biomechanical Engineer and Accident Reconstructionist

Jesse L. Wobrock, Ph.D is a forensic biomedical/biomechanical engineer specializing in accident reconstruction. With a career encompassing biomechanics, injury epidemiology, and systems integration engineering, he brings a multidisciplinary approach to litigation work. His work centers on investigating accident dynamics, assessing injury mechanisms, and evaluating whether biomechanical factors contributed to the incident. Mr. Wobrock has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States and internationally, involving cases such as wrongful death, product liability, and catastrophic injuries. His Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Biomedical Engineering, along with his Accreditation Commission for Traffic Accident Reconstruction (ACTAR) 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 accident reconstruction and biomechanics.

Construction Safety Expert

Michael P. Lawler, MS, CSP, ASP, CHST is a construction safety expert specializing in liability assessment and contractor duty of care. With a career encompassing safety management, OSHA compliance, and incident investigation, he brings a comprehensive understanding of safety protocols and regulatory frameworks to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating accident causation, assessing contractor safety responsibilities, and evaluating compliance with OSHA standards. Mr. Lawler has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving heavy civil construction, industrial operations, and transportation safety. His MS in Safety, Health, Environmental Management, along with certifications such as CSP, ASP, and CHST, 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 safety and OSHA compliance.

Derek B. Gilboe, PE

Managing Director

Derek B. Gilboe, PE is a pipeline integrity management expert specializing in asset integrity assessment and risk-based inspection. With a career encompassing diverse roles in engineering and management across the energy sector, he brings a comprehensive framework for evaluating technical compliance and operational safety in litigation contexts. His work centers on investigating pipeline failures, assessing asset integrity management systems, and evaluating whether industry standards have been met. Mr. Gilboe has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across North America, involving cases related to gas utility management, pipeline manufacturing quality control, and welding safety. His Bachelor of Science in Metallurgical Engineering, along with certifications such as Certified Welding 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 causation in disputes involving pipeline safety and integrity management.

P.E. DFE

Larry G. Nelson Sr. P.E. DFE is an electronic engineering forensics expert specializing in litigation involving electronic, electrical, and electromechanical systems. With a career spanning electronic engineering design, forensic analysis, and microprocessor development, he brings a multifaceted perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating electronic equipment failures, assessing root causes of electrical fires, and evaluating whether design deficiencies contributed to incidents. Mr. Nelson has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Massachusetts, involving cases related to electronic equipment damage, fire causation, and industrial equipment failures. His BSEE in Electrical Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute, along with his Massachusetts PE License 51173 in Electrical Engineering, 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 electronic and electrical systems.

Licensed Psychologist

Alexandra Clarfield, PhD, QME is a forensic psychology expert specializing in psychological evaluations and expert witness testimony in cases involving personal injury, employment issues, and psychological malpractice. With a career spanning cognitive-behavioral therapy, trauma, and disability impairment, she brings a nuanced understanding of psychological assessments to her litigation work. Her work centers on investigating psychological malpractice, assessing disability impairment, and evaluating whether workplace harassment has occurred. Ms. Clarfield has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across California, involving cases related to workers' compensation, immigration evaluations, and military mental health. Her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Temple University, along with her Psychologist License in California, reinforce her ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. She is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving psychological evaluations and trauma assessments.

President / Owner

Scott Harvey-Lewis, PE is a structural engineering expert specializing in forensic investigations of construction defects and code compliance. With a career spanning structural design, construction administration, and forensic analysis, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work involving complex structural failures. His work centers on investigating structural failures, assessing building construction defects, and evaluating whether code compliance has been met. Mr. Harvey-Lewis has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Florida, involving cases related to commercial and residential structures, telecommunication and educational facilities, and industrial plants. His Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering from the University of Florida, along with certifications such as LEED ACCREDITED Professional and Level 1 Unbonded Pt Repair, 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 integrity and construction standards.

Forensic Psychiatrist, ABPN

Monica M. Argumedo, M.D. is a forensic psychiatry expert specializing in forensic assessments and expert witness testimony. With a career integrating clinical practice and academic roles, she brings a nuanced understanding of psychiatric evaluations to her litigation work. Her work centers on conducting forensic evaluations, assessing fitness for duty, and evaluating competency in legal contexts. Dr. Argumedo has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements throughout Illinois, involving cases of psychiatric disability, wrongful termination, and competency evaluations. Her Doctor of Medicine from the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Urbana-Champaign, along with Board Certifications in General Adult Psychiatry and Forensic Psychiatry, reinforce her ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. She is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of competency and responsibility in disputes involving psychiatric evaluations and medico-legal consultations.

Forensic Toxicology Consultant

Dr. Curt E. Harper, Ph.D., MSFS, F-ABFT is a forensic toxicology expert specializing in drug recognition and roadside enforcement training. With a career encompassing leadership roles in toxicology departments and extensive involvement in forensic science committees, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating drug-related impairment, assessing toxicological evidence, and evaluating whether forensic procedures meet legal standards. Dr. Harper has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving DUI and DUID cases, workplace drug testing, and postmortem toxicology. His Doctor of Philosophy in Pharmacology and Toxicology, along with certifications such as Fellow of the American Board of Forensic Toxicology (F-ABFT) and Drug Recognition Expert (DRE), 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 drug and alcohol impairment.

Board Certified Clinical Psychologist

Elliott B. Rosenbaum, Psy.D., ABPP is a board-certified clinical psychologist expert specializing in forensic psychological evaluations. With a career encompassing military mental health services, private practice, and crisis counseling, he brings a nuanced understanding of psychological assessment and intervention to his litigation work. His work centers on conducting forensic psychological evaluations, assessing fitness for duty, and evaluating emotional trauma in legal contexts. Dr. Rosenbaum has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Florida, involving cases related to military mental health, emotional distress, and forensic psychology. His Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) in Psychology, along with his Diplomate status with the American Board of Professional Psychology, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of psychological causation in disputes involving emotional trauma and fitness for duty.