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Civil Engineering & Structural Engineering Expert Witness
Review Fee $125/hrDeposition Fee $250/hrCourt Fee $250/hrThis 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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What Can a Sidewalk Expert Witness Opine On?
Sidewalk Installation
Laying concrete or pavers for sidewalks.
Sidewalk Repair
Fixing cracked or damaged sidewalk sections.
Sidewalk Replacement
Removing and replacing old sidewalks.
Sidewalk Cleaning
Power washing or sealing sidewalks.
Sidewalk Expansion Joint Installation
Adding joints to manage concrete expansion.
Sidewalk ADA Compliance Assessment
Ensuring sidewalks meet accessibility standards.
FAQs for Sidewalk Expert Witnesses
What is the role of a sidewalk expert witness?
A sidewalk expert witness is a qualified professional who evaluates sidewalk design, safety, and maintenance in legal cases. They assist by reviewing records, inspecting sites, clarifying code issues, and testifying in court.
What types of cases can a sidewalk expert witness typically opine on?
A sidewalk expert witness opines on trip-and-fall accidents, ADA compliance, construction defects, maintenance negligence, snow/ice hazards, and municipal liability cases.
How can a sidewalk expert witness evaluate compliance with applicable design standards?
A sidewalk expert witness evaluates compliance by comparing site conditions, plans, and measurements against ADA, local codes, and industry design standards for sidewalks.
How does a sidewalk expert witness assess maintenance responsibilities in defect claims?
A sidewalk expert witness reviews property records, local codes, and inspection logs to determine which party’s maintenance duties relate to the sidewalk defect.
What qualifications should counsel seek in a sidewalk expert witness?
Counsel should seek a sidewalk expert witness with civil/structural engineering credentials, safety code knowledge, forensic inspection experience, and proven testimony in similar cases.
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