Civil Engineering Expert Witnesses in Colorado
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Mr. Colin Anthony 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...
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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Dr. James Stevens
Colorado
This highly qualified expert is a professor of mechanical engineering who specializes in heat transfer and applied thermodynamics. He received his BS in mechanical engineering, his MS in mechanical engineering, and his Ph.D. in mechanical engineering from Brigham Young University. He is an active member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineering (ASME) and is a member of the ASME...
The Average Civil Engineering Expert Witness
Charges $334 / Hour
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Review Fee
$275Fee info
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Deposition Fee
$375Fee info
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Court Fee
$350Fee info
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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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