Civil Engineering Expert Witnesses in Colorado

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Civil engineering expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including construction, structural engineering, transportation engineering, environmental engineering, and geotechnical engineering. Some of the most common civil engineering expert witness specialties also include water resources engineering, coastal engineering, surveying, and materials science and engineering. They can opine on the effects of construction defects, structural failures, traffic accidents, soil erosion and sediment control issues, and flood damage.

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Mr. Jose Cornejo

Colorado

This expert earned both his BS and MS in structural engineering and civil engineering from the University of Colorado. He formally served as the president and CEO of J.F. Sato and Associates for almost 30 years where he was a civil engineer. He then went on to serve as the executive director of public works in Denver, Colorado for over 5 years. He currently works as independent consultant for...

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ID: 6577232

Mr. Colin Sommer, PE

Colorado

Mr. Colin A. Sommer has 20 years of experience in Aviation. He earned his BSE in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the University of Michigan. Today, this expert is a certified Private Pilot by the Federal Aviation Administration and a licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Colorado. Currently, he serves as an Aircraft Mishap and Failure Investigator and as the Vice President of...

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The Average Civil Engineering Expert Witness
Charges $334 / Hour

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Review Fee
$275
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Deposition Fee
$350
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Court Fee
$375
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Civil Engineering Expert Witness FAQs

A civil engineering expert witness provides specialized knowledge in court cases involving construction, infrastructure, and design. They can offer insights on standards, safety protocols, and potential causes of structural failures.

These experts often handle cases related to construction defects, structural failures, property damage, personal injury due to faulty infrastructure, and disputes over design or construction contracts.

They can analyze blueprints, site plans, and other documents to identify any deviations from accepted practices or codes that may have led to the defect.

Yes, there are many subspecialties including structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, transportation engineering, environmental engineering, and water resources engineering.

A geotechnical engineer can provide crucial insights in cases involving soil stability issues, landslides, sinkholes or foundation failures which could be pivotal in determining liability.

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