Forensic Science Experts Evaluate Slip and Fall on Interior Staircase

This case involves plaintiff who tripped and fell at a federally owned building. The plaintiff entered the building via an entryway that required him to traverse a series of small steps. Upon entering, the man tripped on the step and suffered a fall. An architect inspected the area and determined that the area is dangerous, due to potential building code violations in 2 areas. The steps were not similar in size, and there was no handrail present.

Question(s) For Expert Witness

1. Do you have extensive experience working on similar trip and fall cases? 2. Please explain your experience working on entryways similar to the one on this case? 3. Are you familiar with any step height standards and any violations here?

Expert Witness Response E-040651

I am a licensed architect in several states, and I have extensive experience working on similar trip and fall cases. I have prepared forensic evaluation reports for attorneys representing clients who have slipped or tripped and fallen due to entryways similar to this. I am also familiar with step height and handrail standards, and it appears that there is a violation here based on the case overview. Due to my training and experience as an architect, I am intimately familiar with building code regulations and requirements, and the reasons for such requirements.