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Average Civil Engineering Expert Witnesses Court Fees
$275/hr
Review Fee
$350/hr
Deposition Fee
$375/hr
Court Fee
This qualified civil engineer has performed extensive design work for projects commissioned by the Department of Transportation, especially pertaining to the design and testing of highway guard rails. He has remained in practice as an engineer for more than a decade, and is a member of the American Society of Civil Engineers.
Owner, A Construction Engineering and Modeling Firm
Bachelor of Science (BS), University of Rhode Island
Uxbridge,
Massachusetts
This expert graduated from Cornell University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering with a minor in Operations Research and Industrial Engineering. He is a licensed Professional Engineer and a New York State Certified Code Enforcement Official. He is also a Registered Professional Industrial Hygienist, a licensed Asbestos Inspector and Project Designer, a Certified Environmental Inspector, and a Certified Planner. He currently serves in Board of Director positions for the National and New York State Societies of Professional Engineers, as well as the American Society of Civil Engineers.
President and Chief Executive Officer, A civil engineering firm in NY
Bachelor of Science (BS), Cornell University
New City,
New York
This expert is a Licensed Professional Engineer and a Certified Professional Traffic Operations Engineer with over 30 years experience in civil and traffic engineering, land planning and project management. He is a Fellow of the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) and is also a member of the National Society of Professional Engineers, The Urban Land Institute and The International Council of Shopping Centers.He is currently a Senior Associate of an engineering firm. He is responsible for supervising the preparation of traffic and parking studies as well as roadway improvement and traffic signal plans. He is also experienced in site development feasibility studies, zoning and subdivision regulations, environmental impact statements, site planning, sewage disposal systems, cost estimating and construction observation. He has provided traffic and parking consultant services for various community planning boards.
Senior Associate Principal, An Engineering Firm
Bachelor of Science (BS), Colorado State University
Armonk,
New York
This engineering expert has 25+ years of experience working on complex sites and marine projects. He has completed numerous projects over the course of his career, including 18+ marine/waterfront projects. He was the Project Manager and Lead Engineer for the development of a new maintenance facility for the New York Waterway at the Hoboken Ferry Terminal, the Project Manager and Lead Engineer for the expansion and repair of a main pier at SUNY Maritime's campus, and the Project Manager and Lead Engineer for a waterfront revitalization project in Brooklyn. The expert earned a B.A. in Mathematics from Bates College and a B.S. in Civil Engineering from Rutgers University. He is a registered professional engineer in New York, New Jersey, Delaware, and Nevada, and he is currently a member of the American Society of Civil Engineers and the National Society of Professional Engineers. The expert was previously the Assistant Vice President & Manager of the Marine and Harbor Structures Division for D'Onofrio General Contractors Corp. He is now an Adjunct Lecturer and the President of an engineering consultancy.
Adjunct Lecturer, A major university in NY
Bachelor of Science (BS), Rutgers University
Tuxedo Park,
New York
This highly qualified expert has extensive experience as a civil engineer. He earned his BS at Athens University of Economics and Business before earning his MS and PhD in civil engineering at Purdue University. He is active in his field as a member of the American Society of Civil Engineers and the Institute of Transportation Engineers, and as the author of more than 25 peer-reviewed publications. He formerly served as a research program manager at the Center for Road Safety, as a consulting engineer at SGM Engineering, and as an assistant professor and associate director of the Institute for Sustainable Transportation and Logistics at SUNY Buffalo. He is currently an associate professor of civil engineering and the director of a center for transportation research at a major university in New York.
Founder and Director, A University-Affiliated Transportation Research Institute in NY
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Purdue University
Williamsville,
New York
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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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