Civil Engineering Expert Witnesses in Tennessee

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Civil engineering expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including construction defects, structural failures, geotechnical issues, and infrastructure design. Some of the most common specialties include building code compliance, roadway and bridge engineering, drainage and flooding analysis, and foundation performance. They can opine on the effects of design errors, poor construction practices, soil conditions, and maintenance failures on safety and property damage.

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Average Civil Engineering Expert Witnesses Court Fees

$275/hr

Review Fee

$350/hr

Deposition Fee

$375/hr

Court Fee

  • Review Fee $300/hr
    Deposition Fee $300/hr
    Court Fee $300/hr

    This expert has over 35 years of experience of experience, specializing in bicycle accident investigation. He is on the ASTM Committee for bicycle standards. Previously President of the National Academy of Forensic Engineers, he is a Fellow of both the American Society of Civil Engineers and the National Academy of Forensic Engineers. He is a Registered Professional Engineer for ten states and has authored several books and articles on subject of bicycle safety. He currently serves as President of a forensic engineering firm.

    President, A forensic engineering firm in NC

    Master of Science (MS), University of Tennessee

    Asheville,

    North Carolina

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  • Review Fee $255/hr
    Deposition Fee $765/hr
    Court Fee $765/hr

    This expert holds a BSCE from the University of South Alabama, and is a licensed professional civil engineer in dozens of states. She is a member of the American Railway Engineering and Maintenance of Way Association, and sits on the advisory board for the University of South Alabama Department of Civil Engineering. This expert has been in the civil engineering and design field for the last 23 years, and is currently the president/project manager/civil engineer at a top engineering firm in Alabama.

    President, Project Manager, and Civil Engineer, A Civil Engineering and Design Firm in AL

    Bachelor of Science (BS), University of South Alabama

    Semmes,

    Alabama

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  • Review Fee $355/hr
    Deposition Fee $355/hr
    Court Fee $355/hr

    This qualified engineer obtained his BS in Civil and Structural Engineering and his MS in Management of Technology from Kennesaw State University and Southern Polytechnic State University. He is a certified Professional Engineer and is certified in OSHA requirements and engineering and surveying. He is a member of the National Society of Professional Engineers and the National Academy of Forensic Engineers. He has 8 Publications and is currently a Structural Design and Forensic Engineer at an engineering firm in the southeast. Some of his fields of expertise include forensic/failure and safety analysis, civil/structural design of public and private structures, and construction site accident investigations. A partial list of past subjects addressed include wood/concrete deck collapses, commercial/residential roof damage evaluations, excavation failures/incidents product liability, traffic accident reconstruction, mold source evaluation, construction cost estimating, hydrology/sewer studies, airport consulting, roadway design, geotechnical/subsurface investigations, construction materials failure analysis, structural analysis and design of various material components, scaffolding failures, water damage source evaluation, structural damage inspections, OSHA compliance evaluations, and concrete/asphalt pavement evaluation and design. Has an intimate knowledge of OSHA worksite regulations, and the various national building codes and standards for Industrial, Commercial and Residential structures.

    President and Civil and Structural Engineer, A Private Engineering Firm in GA

    Master of Science (MS), Southern Polytechnic State University

    Hampton,

    Georgia

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  • Review Fee $125/hr
    Deposition Fee $250/hr
    Court Fee $250/hr

    This expert has over 30 years of experience with civil and structural engineering. He gained his BSc in civil engineering from the University of New Mexico, his MSc in structural engineering from the University of California, Berkeley, and his MBA from the Thunderbird School of Global Management. He is a registered professional engineer in California, New Mexico, Texas, and Georgia, and the past president of the Georgia section of the American Society of Civil Engineers. He was honored as Georgia's Engineer of the Year in 2015. Awards include Boy Scouts of America Beaver Award for Youth Exploring Engineer Academy at Georgia Tech. Currently he is the director of engineering of a construction company in Georgia.

    Director of Engineering, A Construction Company

    Master of Business Administration (MBA), Thunderbird School of Global Management

    Cumming,

    Georgia

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  • Review Fee $200/hr
    Deposition Fee $200/hr
    Court Fee $200/hr

    This expert has 50 years of experience in the field of transportation engineering, focused on pavement design and construction for airports, seaports, and highways. He earned his BS in civil engineering from the City College of New York and licensed as a professional engineer in multiple states. As a consultant he has performed project management, pavement evaluation and design, and forensic studies for over 700 projects at approximately 200 airports throughout the United States and 22 locations internationally including major international airports such as JFK, Washington-Dulles, and Chicago O’Hare. Prior to his position as a consultant, he worked with the FAA as a project engineer and pavement engineer of the Eastern region, as well as the chief engineer of the Washington Airports District Office, where he was involved in the research and development program focused on airport pavements. Currently, he is the president of an engineering firm that works on large scale airport and highway construction throughout the world.

    President, An Engineering Firm Specializing in Airport and Highway Construction

    Bachelor of Science (BS), City College of New York

    Oakton,

    Virginia

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What Can a Civil Engineering Expert Witness Opine On?

Site Analysis

Evaluate land for construction feasibility.

Structural Design

Create plans for building stability.

Water Resource Management

Plan and manage water systems effectively.

Soil Testing

Analyze soil properties for construction.

Traffic Engineering

Design efficient transportation systems.

Environmental Impact Assessment

Assess effects of projects on the environment.

FAQs for Civil Engineering Expert Witnesses

What is a civil engineering expert witness?

A civil engineering expert witness is a licensed engineer who provides specialized opinions in legal disputes. They assist by reviewing project records, analyzing failures, and testifying to clarify technical issues.

What types of cases can a civil engineering expert witness opine on?

A civil engineering expert witness opines on construction defects, structural failures, code compliance, geotechnical issues, drainage, roadway design, safety, and project delay claims.

How can a civil engineering expert witness strengthen causation analysis in a construction dispute?

A civil engineering expert witness strengthens causation analysis by linking technical design, construction methods, and site conditions to the specific defects or failures in dispute.

What specific methodologies does a civil engineering expert witness use to evaluate structural failures?

A civil engineering expert witness evaluates structural failures using forensic engineering, structural analysis, site inspections, material testing, code review, and load-path calculations.

What qualifications should attorneys require from a civil engineering expert witness for complex infrastructure matters?

Attorneys should require a civil engineering expert witness with a PE license, advanced infrastructure experience, relevant forensic/testimony history, and strong technical credentials.

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