Civil Engineering Expert Witnesses in Illinois
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Mr. Richard Cannon, PE
Illinois
Mr. Richard G. Cannon has over 40 years of experience in the field of Traffic Engineering. He earned his BS in Geography from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He also completed another BS in Civil Engineering from the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee. Today, this expert is a licensed Professional Engineer in the states of Illinois and Wisconsin. Formerly, this expert served as an Adjunct...
The Average Civil Engineering Expert Witness
Charges $334 / Hour
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Review Fee
$275Fee info
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Deposition Fee
$350Fee info
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Court Fee
$375Fee 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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