Mr. Joelson is a licensed architect, DSA certified access specialist (CASP), general contractor and certified building inspector. He consults on the building codes interpretations, architectural and construction defects, industry standards of care, ADA...
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"ARCHITECT : EXPERT"
With 55 Plus years of Architectural practice experience, 140 Expert Case representations regarding an Architect's Standard of Reasonable Care...
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Mr. Bernstein is a Yale-trained and registered architect, LEED accredited, with over 35 years of experience in the industry. He is the Founder/President of an architecture firm (Bernstein & Associates, Architects, www.bernarch.com, 1990-present) and a...
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Accomplished Senior Executive and Fellow of the American Institute of Architects, with over forty-five years of experience. Twenty-five years with RTKL Associates Inc., one of the World’s largest Architect and Engineering Firms, where he served as its...
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James Rappoport, Principal – Architect of Record at Daroff Design Inc. + DDI Architects PC, is licensed to practice in 35 US States.
Mr. Rappoport has provided expert consultation, investigations, opinions, reports and...
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Expert consultant/witness in over 90 cases with testimony/trial experience. Dr. Barzegar is a licensed professional engineer providing a broad range of services in civil/structural engineering and construction...
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JOELSON VAIL ASSOCIATES is a forensic architectural, construction consulting, and construction management firm located in San Diego, California.
The focus of the firm's practice over the last fifteen...
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As a structural and civil engineer and expert forensic consultant with nearly four decades of experience, Casey Hemmatyar has provided extensive expert services for defendants and plaintiff attorneys on...
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Mr. Norris is a licensed Architect, Engineer and Contractor, whose litigation experience includes forensic analysis of large scale residential, commercial, industrial and public works projects. During...
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Mike Panish is a legal expert witness and consultant specializing in most construction trades (defects & injuries), automatic door systems, doors, door hardware, door sensors, gates, cabinetry, architectural...
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Peter Petrovsky, PE, earned registrations as Professional Engineer in Civil Engineering, as well as, in Mechanical Engineering. Additionally, he earned licenses as a General Engineering Contractor, General...
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David Ortiz is a seasoned professional with over 35 years of experience in the facade access industry, holding a specialized Cal/OSHA Scaffold Inspection and Testing license. He is also the vice chair...
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Thomas Lodge is a versatile and accomplished registered Architect with 30 years of broad professional experience in design, construction detailing, and construction administration for a multitude of project...
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Architecture, Construction & Premises Safety Expert
Tom’s diversified background includes the spectrum of premises accident experience, plus unique specialty expertise in power-operated automatic pedestrian...
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MARK E. WILLIAMS, AIA, NCARB
Premises Safety, Construction Claims, & Architect Professional Liability
Mr. Williams brings over 30 years of practical experience preparing construction documents and...
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Consolidated Consultants (CCc) continues to deliver high quality expert witness and medical expert witness referrals nationwide since 1995. CCc is the only referral service where you can view the full,...
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Cody Pless is a Registered Architect with nearly 20 years of experience in architectural design, construction, site planning, and project management. He has worked as both an architect and a contractor,...
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Peggy Liu is a Registered Architect with 20 years of professional experience in architectural design, construction, and project management. Peggy joined Robson Forensic after spending a decade working...
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Architecture, Construction and Premises Safety Expert
Catherine Peterman, AIA, NCARB, is a licensed architect whose previous clients include government agencies, private corporations, and retail companies....
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Architecture, Construction and Premises Safety Expert
Anthony Fenton, AIA, RRC, REWC, is a registered architect who conducts forensic casework throughout the Midwest. He is registered in IL, IN, IA,...
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DOUGLAS W. PEDEN, R.A., NCARB
Premises Safety, Construction Claims & Architect Professional Liability
Mr. Peden brings over 30 years professional experience preparing design and construction documents...
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Albert Kerelis is an architect with over 25 years of experience in building design, construction administration, and property management. Mr. Kerelis has extensive experience in Property Management, from...
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Architecture, Construction & Premises Safety Expert
Mark Sullivan is a registered architect and construction administration professional with over 25 years of experience. His career as an architect...
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For over 30 years, ForensisGroup has provided the nation’s top law firms, businesses, insurance companies, government entities with highly qualified expert witnesses and consultants. Experts referred by...
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Architecture, Construction and Premises Safety Expert
Sylvia Deye, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP is a registered architect with over two decades of experience in design, construction, and project management for...
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Mr. Pyznar is the managing principal for Engineering Design and Project Management for the firm's building-related work, in addition to overseeing the daily operations of the firm. Included in his responsibilities...
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Patrick Finn is a Registered Architect with over 35 years of professional experience throughout the New England region. His background covers the complete lifecycle of properties, from initial concept...
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Will investigates cases involving construction disputes and defects, workplace and construction site safety, premises safety, and architectural professional practice. He has more than thirty years experience...
Architecture FAQs
What is an architecture expert witness?
An architecture expert witness is a professional with specialized knowledge and training in the field of architecture who can provide expert opinion on matters such as building design, construction defects, codes and regulations, and structural issues.
What is the role of an architecture expert witness?
The role of an architecture expert witness is to provide testimony on matters related to building design, planning, and construction, including building codes, standards, and safety regulations.
How much can a person make as an architecture expert witness?
Architecture expert witnesses can expect to earn anywhere from $200 to $450 or more per hour, based on the situation. The final fee arrangement will be agreed upon between the expert and retaining lawyer.
What are the qualifications of an architecture expert witness?
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What type of evidence is reviewed in a lawsuit by an architecture expert witness?
An architecture expert witness reviews evidence related to design, construction, and safety standards. This may include blueprints, building codes, inspection reports, and testimony from other experts or witnesses.
What type of cases involve the testimony of an architecture expert witness?
Cases involving construction defects, building code violations, design errors, and property damage often require the testimony of an architecture expert witness to provide insight and professional opinions.