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Hydrogeology & Groundwater Resources Expert Witness
Review Fee $260/hrDeposition Fee $260/hrCourt Fee $260/hrThis expert has over 30 years of experience in groundwater resource investigations. He received his BS in geology, his MS in geological sciences with an emphasis in geophysics and his PhD in geological sciences with an emphasis in hydrogeology, all at the University of Wisconsin at Milwaukee. He is a licensed professional geologist in Arizona, Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, Wisconsin and Wyoming, as well as a licensed geophysicist in California. He holds three patents relating to well rehabilitation, horizontal drilling, and in-situ radium treatment, has over ten peer reviewed publications and has presented widely on topics in his field. He is also an active member of a number of professional organizations, including the National Ground Water Association and Society of Exploration Geophysicists. He has held a number of positions, including as the vice president and principal geoscientist at Ted Zorich and Associates, Inc, the chief geoscientist at Layne GeoSciences, Inc, and a senior geoscientist and principal at Aquifer Science and Technology. He has also served as the senior managing hydrogeologist and then principal at Cardno Entrix and a senior associate at Leggette, Brashears & Graham, Inc. Currently, he is a senior geophysicist and hydrogeologist at a consulting company in Wisconsin. In this role he specializes in groundwater management, high capacity well siting and design, surface and borehole geophysics, groundwater modeling, managed aquifer recharge, agricultural impacts to groundwater, mine hydrogeology, and water permitting for energy projects.
Senior Geophysicist & Hydrogeologist, A consulting group in WI
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
Wisconsin
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What Can a Water Damage Expert Witness Opine On?
Water Extraction
Removing standing water from affected areas.
Drying and Dehumidification
Reducing moisture levels in the environment.
Mold Remediation
Eliminating mold growth caused by water damage.
Structural Repairs
Fixing damaged walls, floors, and ceilings.
Content Restoration
Repairing or replacing damaged belongings.
Inspection and Assessment
Evaluating the extent of water damage.
FAQs for Water Damage Expert Witnesses
What is a water damage expert witness?
A water damage expert witness is a qualified professional who evaluates property damage, moisture sources, and restoration standards. They assist by reviewing records, inspecting sites, testifying in court, and clarifying technical water damage issues.
In what types of cases may it be beneficial to engage a water damage expert witness?
A water damage expert witness is valuable in insurance claims, construction defects, plumbing failures, mold disputes, flood damage, property loss, and building code compliance cases.
How can a water damage expert witness strengthen causation arguments?
A water damage expert witness strengthens causation arguments by linking building conditions, moisture data, and timelines to prove the water damage cause with technical evidence.
What credentials should a water damage expert witness possess?
A water damage expert witness should have formal training in water damage restoration, relevant industry certifications (like IICRC), and proven field and courtroom experience.
How does a water damage expert witness quantify repair and remediation costs?
A water damage expert witness quantifies repair and remediation costs by inspecting damage, estimating materials and labor, and using industry pricing data and restoration standards.
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