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David Schaafsma

Expert Witness

David Schaafsma, Ph.D. is an optics and medical product design expert specializing in the development and analysis of optical systems and medical devices. With a career spanning optics, electronics, and software development, he brings a multidisciplinary approach to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating optical system failures, assessing medical device compliance, and evaluating whether industry standards have been met. Mr. Schaafsma has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving medical devices, optical technology, and intellectual property disputes. His Ph.D. in Physics, along with his extensive experience in optics and electronics, 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 optical and medical technologies.

Brian T. McVerry, Ph.D.

Founder, Scientist, Inventor, Entrepreneur

Brian T. McVerry, Ph.D. is a medical device development and regulatory strategy expert specializing in technology development, licensing, and FDA regulatory compliance. With a career encompassing chemistry, biomaterials, and implantable device design, he brings a multidisciplinary approach to evaluating complex medical device cases. His work centers on investigating regulatory compliance, assessing technology development processes, and evaluating whether industry standards have been met in medical device disputes. Mr. McVerry has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving medical device development, regulatory compliance, and patent disputes. His Ph.D. in Chemistry, along with his extensive experience in technology development and FDA regulatory strategy, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of regulatory compliance and standard of care in disputes involving medical device technologies.

Matthew F. Baretich, Ph.D., P.Eng., CCE, P.E.

Matthew F. Baretich, Ph.D., P.Eng., CCE, P.E. is a clinical engineering expert specializing in healthcare technology management and medical device safety. With a career spanning biomedical engineering, risk management, and hospital administration, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating medical device incidents, assessing compliance with healthcare standards, and evaluating whether risk management protocols were appropriately followed. Mr. Baretich has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across North America, involving healthcare technology management and medical device safety cases. His Ph.D. in Hospital and Health Administration, along with certifications as a Certified Clinical Engineer (CCE) and Professional Engineer (P.Eng., P.E.), 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 clinical engineering and healthcare technology management.

Joseph L Sutherland, PhD

Expert Witness

Joseph L Sutherland, PhD is a Business Damages and Technology expert specializing in complex litigation involving economic and technological disputes. With a career spanning economics, data analytics, and artificial intelligence, he brings a multidisciplinary analytical framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating economic impacts, assessing data-driven insights, and evaluating whether technological implementations align with industry standards. Mr. Sutherland has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving antitrust, class action, and contractual disputes in sectors such as finance, healthcare, and digital advertising. His PhD in Economics from Columbia University, along with affiliations with Emory's Center for AI Learning and the U.S. AI Safety Institute Consortium, 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 data science and technology.

Anthony Centrella, CAMS, MCSD

Expert Witness

Anthony Centrella, CAMS, MCSD is a Software & Information Technology and Financial and Securities / Investments Investigations expert specializing in litigation involving software engineering and financial data forensics. With a career spanning software development, securities industry analysis, and fraud detection, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating trade secrets, assessing insider trading, and evaluating whether intellectual property violations have occurred. Mr. Centrella has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to software development, securities fraud, and financial data analysis. His Bachelors of Science from Rochester Institute of Technology, along with certifications such as Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSD) and Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS), 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 programming, reverse engineering, and AML compliance.

Ashu Guru, PhD

Software & IT Expert - Former Faculty

Ashu Guru, PhD is a Software & IT expert specializing in litigation involving software engineering and information technology. With a career spanning cloud computing, 3D modeling, and virtual reality, he brings a multidisciplinary framework to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating software architecture, assessing information systems, and evaluating whether industry standards in IT have been met. Mr. Guru has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases in cloud computing, ERP systems, and high-performance computing. His Ph.D. in Industrial and Management Systems Engineering, along with certifications in software architecture from Carnegie Mellon's Software Engineering Institute (SEI) and Java programming from Sun Microsystems, 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 software systems.

Paul Yankey

Sales Org, Technology, Artificial Intelligence

Paul Yankey is a technology sales expert with deep, working knowledge of all aspects and levels of enterprise selling, including direct, channel, and vertical models. He advises on sales organization structure, go-to-market execution, and leadership systems. His expertise includes artificial intelligence integration, digital transformation, and the neuroscience of selling. Paul has led global initiatives across multiple industries and brings over 30 years of executive experience at companies such as Dell, Cisco, Salesforce, Polycom, and several venture-backed startups.

Martin U Schlegel, Dr. rer.-nat. (Equivalent to PhD)

Principal Consulting

Martin U Schlegel, Dr. rer.-nat. is a Chemistry & Chemicals expert specializing in failure analysis. With a career encompassing sports technology, material fatigue, and protective materials, he brings a multidisciplinary approach to litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing material failures, and evaluating whether industry standards have been met. Mr. Schlegel has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Europe and Australia, involving sports surfaces, synthetic turf, and recreational coatings. His Dr. rer.-nat. in Chemistry, along with his Dipl.-Chem., 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 technical textiles and surface coatings.

William F. Ikerd, II, PhD, PE, CM-BIM

Expert Witness

William F. Ikerd, II, PhD, PE, CM-BIM is a construction and technology expert specializing in Building Information Modeling (BIM) and structural engineering litigation. With a career spanning structural engineering, forensic analysis, and advanced technology integration, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing structural failures, and evaluating whether industry standards in BIM and LOD have been met. Mr. Ikerd has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving construction defects, structural engineering, and advanced modeling technologies. His Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in engineering, along with his CM-BIM 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 construction technology and structural integrity.

Maryam Vatankhah, PhD

AI & Machine Learning Expert Witness

Maryam Vatankhah, PhD is an AI & Machine Learning expert specializing in AI system disputes and data privacy issues. With a career spanning artificial intelligence, information technology, and healthcare data systems, she brings a nuanced perspective to litigation involving complex algorithmic and data analysis challenges. Her work centers on investigating algorithmic bias, assessing data privacy compliance, and evaluating whether AI systems meet industry standards. Ms. Vatankhah has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving healthcare AI systems, software contract disputes, and intellectual property cases involving AI. Her PhD from Stevens Institute of Technology reinforces 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 AI and IT systems.

Trish McGarvey

Digital Forensics Expert - Mobile/Computer/Cars

Trish McGarvey is a digital forensics expert specializing in the analysis of mobile devices, computers, and vehicles for legal and investigative purposes. With two decades of experience in digital forensics, she brings a comprehensive understanding of cyber investigations and digital artifact analysis to her litigation work. Her work centers on extracting, validating, and interpreting complex technical evidence, ensuring data preservation, and reconstructing timelines to support legal outcomes. Ms. McGarvey has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving technology and cybersecurity cases, including mobile and computer forensics, vehicle forensics, and cyber investigations. Her Certificate Program in Computer Forensics and Digital Investigations from Champlain College, along with her Associates in Accounting from Southeastern Business College, 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 digital evidence and cybersecurity incidents.

STEPHEN L. GILBERT

Stephen L. Gilbert is an intellectual property and semiconductor technology expert specializing in litigation involving complex technology patents and intellectual property disputes. With a career spanning microelectronics research, contamination control, and technology management, he brings a multifaceted understanding of semiconductor processes and intellectual property frameworks to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating patent validity, assessing infringement claims, and evaluating whether industry standards have been met in technology-related disputes. Mr. Gilbert has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States and Europe, involving cases in the semiconductor industry and intellectual property disputes. His B.S. in Chemistry from St. Joseph's College, along with his advanced work in Metallurgy & Materials Science at the University of Pennsylvania, 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 semiconductor technologies and intellectual property rights.

Sanjay Ranka

Distinguished Professor, Computer Science

Sanjay Ranka, PHD, MS, B. Tech is a Computers and Information Technology expert specializing in machine learning, high-performance computing, and software forensics. With a career spanning machine learning & AI, high-performance computing, cloud & big data, and internet advertising and marketing, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating software forensics, assessing high-performance computing systems, and evaluating whether industry standards in cloud and big data have been met. Mr. Ranka has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to internet advertising, software forensics, and high-performance computing. His PHD in Computer Science, along with his status as an IEEE Fellow, AAAS Fellow, and AIAA Fellow, 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 machine learning and AI technologies.

Chris Petersen

Payments and Platforms, Merchant Services, Financial Technology and Banking Technology Expert

Chris Petersen is a Payments and Platforms, Merchant Services, Financial Technology and Banking Technology expert specializing in financial technology litigation. With a career spanning payments systems, electronic banking, and core platforms, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating technology integration failures, assessing compliance with banking regulations, and evaluating whether industry standards were met in financial disputes. Mr. Petersen has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to financial technology and banking systems. His Bachelors of Management Information Systems, along with a Minor in Marketing, 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 payments systems and electronic banking.

Davin Darnt

Cybersecurity Witness – Risk, Breach, IT Failures

Davin Darnt is a cybersecurity expert specializing in risk, breach, and IT failures. With a career spanning technology disputes, data privacy, and cybercrime investigations, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating data breaches, assessing IT compliance, and evaluating whether network security protocols were breached. Mr. Darnt has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving technology disputes, data breaches, and intellectual property theft. His Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, along with a Minor in Business Administration and an Associate in Applied Science in Computer Technology, 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 cybersecurity and information technology.

Shannon M Stinson, MD, MBA, FACEP

Expert Witness

Shannon M Stinson, MD, MBA, FACEP is an Emergency Medicine expert specializing in clinical informatics and emergent medical conditions. With a career encompassing both emergency medical practice and information technology integration, she brings a dual-disciplinary perspective to her litigation work. Her work centers on investigating clinical decision-making processes, assessing the impact of technology on patient outcomes, and evaluating whether standard of care deviations occurred in emergency settings. Dr. Stinson has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Georgia, Alabama, and Florida, involving cases related to trauma, stroke, and pregnancy complications. Her MD from the University of Alabama School of Medicine, along with her MBA from the University of Massachusetts-Amherst Isenberg School of Business, 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 emergency medical treatment and clinical informatics.

Jonathan Lovins, MD, SFHM, MMCi

Expert Witness

Jonathan Lovins, MD, SFHM, MMCi is a hospitalist and information technology expert specializing in negligence, injury, and damages litigation. With a career spanning internal medicine, informatics, and electronic health records, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating causation, assessing quality of care, and evaluating whether medication errors occurred. Mr. Lovins has been retained in dozens of expert witness and consulting engagements involving hospital medicine cases. His MD in internal medicine, along with board certifications in internal medicine and clinical informatics, 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 medical records and quality of care.

Jon (Mike) M Kramer, MD, MBA

Sr. Physician Leader in Safety and Health Records

Jon (Mike) M Kramer, MD, MBA is a Safety and Health Records expert specializing in litigation involving electronic medical records and health informatics. With a career spanning quality, safety, informatics, and physician leadership, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating electronic records management, assessing informatics systems, and evaluating whether safety protocols align with industry standards. Dr. Kramer has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to electronic health records and healthcare informatics. His Medical Degree from Case Western Reserve University, along with an MBA and Informatics Fellowship from the University of Michigan, 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 electronic medical records and health information systems.