Expert Support Services in Construction Defect LitigationAssisting Law Firms and Insurance Companies on Pending Litigation in Water Intrusion Case,Lath & Plastering, Roofing, Window Installation, Framing, Waterproof Decks, Drywall, Developer and General Contractors Cases State-Wide Construction Consultant in Defect Analysis, California & Nevada Forensic Expertise in Water Intrusion on Exterior Envelope and Failure Analysis of Building Components and Transition of Components by Subcontractors.
Moisture Protection Consultant to Developers, Architects for Residential, Commercial and Industrial Projects
Cost Estimating and Repair Recommendations
Active in Development of Lath, Plaster and Drywall Examinations for the State of California
State of California, Contractors State Licensed Board Industry Expert Program for Lath, Plaster and Drywall
Construction Contract Disputes
Treasurer for American Society of Professional Estimators 2001-2002 and 2002-2003
Associated Lathing and Plastering Contractors
International Conference of Building Officials
National Roofing Contractors Association
Licensed General Contractor B-1 (12/86)
Licensed Lathing Contractor C-26 (5/89)
Licensed Plastering Contractor C-35 (2/00)
Licensed Drywall Contractor C-9 (12/86)
Background
Q: Please list your professional accreditations, degrees, licenses, and certificates granted:A: CONTRACTOR REGISTRATION:
Contractors State License Board, Class B - General Contractor Law and General Contractor Trade - 12/86
Contractors State License Board, Class C-9 - Drywall - 3/88
Contractors State License Board, Class C-35 - Plastering - 2/2000
California Contractors Registration #502349 - 12/86
2000-2003 Treasurer for American Society of Professional Estimators, San Diego, Chapter 4.
1999-Present State of California, Contractor's State License Board: Active involvement in developing a new C-35 (Lath & Plasterer) and C9 (Dry Waller) examination for the State; this test is mandated by law.
6/87-Present Construction defect investigations, repair construction documentation and construction administration - residential, commercial and industrial projects throughout California.
6/87-Present Moisture Protection Consultant to developers, architects and owners for residential, commercial and industrial projects throughout San Diego County.
6/87-Present Construction Administration Services for commercial, industrial and residential projects throughout California.
10/91-Present State of California, Contractors State License Board (Industry Expert Program).
12/86-Present General Contractor (B-1 Classification) for private projects throughout Southern California.
5/89-Present Lathing Contractor (C-26 Classification) for projects throughout San Diego County.
3/88-Present Plastering Contractor (C-35 Classification) for projects throughout San Diego County.
3/88-Present Drywall Contractor (C-9 Classification) for projects throughout San Diego County.
3/73-5/87 Project Foreman and Estimator for an independent construction company Operations Manager.
Q: Please list your affiliations or memberships in any professional and/or industry organizations:
A: PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS:
American Society of Professional Estimators (ASPE)
Associated Plaster and Lathing Contractors
National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA)
International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO)
Industry Expert Program (CSCLB)
Q: Please list any teaching or speaking experience you have had, including subject matter:
A: Associated Plaster and Lathing Contractors
Of San Diego, Ca. 92123
Q: Have any of your accreditations ever been investigated, suspended or removed? (if yes, explain)
A: No
Q: On how many occasions have you been retained as an expert?
A: Over 200 Cases.
Q: For what area(s) of expertise have you been retained as an expert?
A: 3-Coat Stucco
Building Envelope / Water Intrusion
Carpentry / Finish Door / Trim
Cost Estimating
Decks / Water Proof
Developer
Failure Analysis
General Building Contractor
Inspection Site / Destructive Testing
Lathing
Moisture / Water Intrusion
Painting
Roofing
Sheet Metal
Showers / Water Intrusion
Stucco
Standard Of Care
Water-Proofing Evaluations
Window / Door Field Testing
Window / Door Leak Analysis
Q: In what percentage of your cases were you retained by the plaintiff?
A: 15%
Q: In what percentage of your cases were you retained by the defendant?
A: 85%
Q: On how many occasions have you had your deposition taken?
A: 2
Q: When was the last time you had your deposition taken?
A: 6 years ago
All of my Cases Settle during Mediation.
Q: On how many occasions have you been qualified by a court to give expert testimony?
A: None
Q: On how many occasions have you testified as an expert in court or before an arbitrator?
A: Twice for the State of California.
Q: For how many years have you worked with the legal industry as an expert?
A: 20 years.
Q: What services do you offer? (E.g.: consulting, testing, reports, site inspections etc.)
A: Forensic Consultant and Cost Estimating consultant .Construction defect litigation: Field investigation and destructive testing, preparation of cost estimates, analysis of subcontractor contracts, research of building codes, product and industry standards, analysis and preparation of allegation summary reports, repair recommendations and allocations of responsibility, attendance at mediation, and provide witness testimony deposition and trial.
Q: What is your hourly rate to consult with an attorney?
A: $150.00
Q: What is your hourly rate to review documents?
A: $150.00
Q: What is your hourly rate to provide deposition testimony?
A: $300.00
Q: What is your hourly rate to provide testimony at trial?
A: $300.00
Q: Please list any fees other than those stated above (E.g.: travel expenses, copy fees, etc.)
A: Travel Expenses
I own a airplane that I use to keep travel expenses to their minimums.I can travel from San Diego, Ca. at 180 mile an hour for $50.00 per hour. This save the client three times the cost.
References
Ashley Posner, Esq., Law Offices of AshleyPosner-310-475-8520John Farmer, Esq. Farmer & Case-619-338-0300
Dennis O’Neill, Esq., Farmer & Case-619-338-0300
Reed Settle, Reed Settle Architecture-760-787-0005
David Smiley, ESQ. Marks, Golia, & Finch, LLP-619-293-7000
