Review available documents from all parties. Analyze plans, specifications, allegations, and work done by others.
Consult client and other team members.
Retain and organize additional experts as needed. Provide complete project management from one source.
Create project database, site and unit plans, and all forms required for inspections.
Conduct a thorough building code analysis.
Acquire background information from building departments, local professionals, and opposing experts.
Conduct a thorough technical research and literature review
Inspections
Visit and visually inspect project.
Create photographic and video documentation for each unit.
Compile a database report of all visual survey information. This report is used later to determine needed tests, potential repairs scope and cost estimates.
Verbal progress reports as needed.
Testing
Review testing done by all parties.
Determine testing needs in consultation with client and associates.
Perform nondestructive and invasive tests. Our experienced team of experts, construction crews, and support stuff are known for their professional, efficient, and clean performance.
Obtain samples for further tests at associate laboratories.
Compile complex database of all tests and information created by all parties. The database makes it possible to provide instantaneous reports and analysis as needed (including at trial).
Make photographs and data available to our team on the Internet through our secure web site.
Evaluation
Analyze all data.
Review reports and depositions by other experts.
Determine extent and severity of all allegations.
Prepare recommendations for remedial action - where required.
Review and analyze recommendations by other parties.
Analyze cost estimates by others.
Prepare cost estimates for recommended repairs.
Industry standard of care.
Liability Assessment.
Provide reports as required.
Litigation
Provide expert testimony in depositions.
Participate in mediation.
Prepare trial exhibits
Testify at trial as required.
Assist in analysis and evaluation of other testimonies.
Case Closing
Archive all work products for a minimum of one year.
Dispose of samples as per client's instructions.
Dispose of documents produced by others as per client's instruction.