Civil Engineering Expert Witnesses in Indiana

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Civil engineering expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including construction, structural engineering, transportation engineering, environmental engineering, and geotechnical engineering. Some of the most common civil engineering expert witness specialties also include water resources engineering, coastal engineering, surveying, and materials science and engineering. They can opine on the effects of construction defects, structural failures, traffic accidents, soil erosion and sediment control issues, and flood damage.

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Average Civil Engineering Expert Witnesses Court Fees

$275/hr

Review Fee

$350/hr

Deposition Fee

$375/hr

Court Fee

Civil Engineering Experts in Indiana

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Review Fee $400/hr
Deposition Fee $600/hr
Court Fee $600/hr

This highly-qualified expert has 25 years of experience in the field of civil and construction engineering. He earned his BS at Nagpur University, his MS at the University of Cincinnati and his PhD in civil engineering at Purdue University. He is a licensed professional engineer and active in his field as a member of the American Society of Civil Engineers and the author of over 195 papers and 5 books. He has formerly served as an assistant professor of civil engineering at several universities including Polytechnic University (now NYU Tandon School of Engineering), the University of Cincinnati and Purdue University. In addition, he has formerly served as an associate professor of civil engineering and construction engineering at Purdue University as well as the past chair of the Global Leadership Forum for Construction Engineering and Management Programs. This expert currently serves as a professor of civil engineering and construction engineering and the head of the construction engineering and management program at a university in Indiana. In addition, he currently serves as a distinguished visiting professor of civil engineering at a university in China.

Distinguished Visiting Professor, A University in China

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Purdue University

West Lafayette,

Indiana

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FAQs for Civil Engineering Expert Witnesses

What is the role of a civil engineering expert witness?

A civil engineering expert witness provides specialized knowledge in court cases involving construction, infrastructure, and design. They can offer insights on standards, safety protocols, and potential causes of structural failures.

What types of cases does a civil engineering expert witness typically handle?

These experts often handle cases related to construction defects, structural failures, property damage, personal injury due to faulty infrastructure, and disputes over design or construction contracts.

How can a civil engineering expert witness assist in a construction defect case?

They can analyze blueprints, site plans, and other documents to identify any deviations from accepted practices or codes that may have led to the defect.

Are there subspecialties within the field of civil engineering for expert witnesses?

Yes, there are many subspecialties including structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, transportation engineering, environmental engineering, and water resources engineering.

Why might I need an expert witness who specializes in geotechnical engineering?

A geotechnical engineer can provide crucial insights in cases involving soil stability issues, landslides, sinkholes or foundation failures which could be pivotal in determining liability.

How does Expert Institute select its Civil Engineering expert witnesses?

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