Expert Witnesses for Structural Engineering

Found 4 experts for Structural Engineering

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Steve Roensch M.S.
Appleton, WI
Steve Roensch has a robust background in engineering mechanics, physics and mathematics. He has 43 years of professional experience, has served as an expert witness on 83 cases for both defendant and plaintiff investigations, including 10 patent cases, and has testified 24 times. As an engineering consultant, he has worked on hundreds of mechanical designs and performed thousands of engineering analyses on a wide range of products, from medical devices to marine engines, rock crushers to aircraft, farm equipment to the International Space Station. Steve has taught engineering classes at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Marquette University, IBM Research & Development, and at client locations. In addition to a very strong theoretical background, he is a hands-on engineer, and has performed maintenance and repairs on his own SUVs, boats and aircraft. Steve investigates product failures and accidents from a fundamental engineering perspective. He specializes in determining if the product design meets applicable standards and is sufficient to survive. He documents his efforts thoroughly from the start, for concise presentation to the legal team, other experts and the jury. For example, Steve has served as an expert witness on Utility Task Vehicle (UTV) and All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) cases. These vehicles require special consideration of design, stability and modes of injury. He has also worked on many oilfield, transportation and consumer product cases. Steve is a certified private pilot and enjoys boating and fishing.
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Richard Balgowan
Trenton, NJ
Richard Balgowan is a Civil Engineer and is currently the President of RM Balgowan Forensic & Engineering Services, LLC (www.rmbalgowanforensic.com). Prior to starting his own company, he worked for Robson Forensic, Inc. as an Expert in construction and maintenance of highways and all related facilities. Prior to working for RM Balgowan Forensic and Robson Forensic, Rich worked as a Resident Engineer/Construction Manager for Gannett Fleming, Inc. In addition, he spent seven (7) years as the Director of Public Works for Hamilton Township, New Jersey and spent over 23 years working for the New Jersey Department of Transportation in various engineering positions involving the design, construction and maintenance of highways, bridges and their appurtenances (drainage facilities, highway markings, utilities, etc.). Rich’s forensic work involved assessing/evaluating incidents that resulted in people being injured or killed; consequently, these incidents were in, or going to be in, litigation (e.g., a lawsuit). The cases he has been involved include all aspects of transportation and facility infrastructure. His engineering work includes all aspects of transportation infrastructure including dams. Rich is a graduate of the New Jersey Institute of Technology with a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering. He is a licensed Professional Engineer in twelve (12) states, a licensed Professional Planner, a Certified Public Manager, Certified Public Works Manager and a Public Works Leadership Fellow. He is also certified as a Snow and Ice Control Manager and as NJ Asphalt Technician. Rich also involved with numerous committees involving the Transportation Research Board (TRB) and the American Public Works Association (APWA). He is the recipient of the 2009 Richard E. Rohrbach American Public Works Association Leader of the Year Award and the 2013 Walter A. Schaffer Merit Award as well as numerous others. Rich has published multiple papers in major industry journals, such as the Journal of Public Works and Infrastructure, Transportation Research News, Government Solutions, and APWA Reporter. In addition, Rich is an adjunct professor for Rutgers University in New Jersey where he teaches and makes presentations on highway construction and maintenance activities. He is also an adjunct professor for the University of Wisconsin where he make presentations on snow and ice control.
Matthew Latham
Houston, TX
Matthew Latham - ISA Board Certified Master Arborist (#TX-3737B) | ASCA Registered Consulting Arborist (#859) | Expert Witness & Consulting Arborist I am an industry-leading ISA Board Certified Master Arborist and ASCA Registered Consulting Arborist, specializing in forensic arboriculture, litigation support, and expert witness services. With extensive experience in tree risk assessment, forensic tree failure analysis, and property damage evaluations, I provide unbiased, science-based expertise to attorneys, insurance professionals, municipalities, & property owners. I have consulted on a wide range of high-profile cases, including tree-related personal injury, wrongful tree removals, construction damage to trees, storm-related failures, and tree valuation disputes. My professional reports adhere to ANSI A300 standards, ISA Best Management Practices, American Society of Consulting Arborist (ASCA), and industry-leading methodologies, ensuring credibility in court and mediation settings. Areas of Expertise: - Forensic Tree Failure Analysis & Litigation Support - Tree Risk & Hazard Assessments - Construction & Development Impact on Trees - Insurance & Property Damage Claims (Tree Loss & Liability) - Wrongful Tree Removal & Trespass Cases - Tree Valuation & Appraisals (Trunk Formula Method, CTLA Standards) - Right-of-Way & Vegetation Management Disputes I provide clear, authoritative testimony and expert reports that hold up under scrutiny, helping clients navigate tree-related legal disputes effectively. I offer pre-trial consulting, site investigations, expert opinions, and courtroom testimony, ensuring clients have the strongest foundation for their case.