Joshua Weiner
Fremont, CA 94539
Office: 510-219-0267
Welcome to SepiSolar, where passion meets expertise in upholding the integrity of the solar industry. As fervent advocates for sustainable energy, we have positioned ourselves as the premier expert witness for solar-related cases. Our commitment to transparency, ethical practices, and cutting-edge knowledge has made us a trusted authority in the field.
At SepiSolar, we recognize the pivotal role solar energy plays in shaping a sustainable future. Our team of seasoned professionals brings unparalleled expertise, providing comprehensive insights and testimony to support legal proceedings related to the solar sector. With a deep understanding of industry standards, regulations, construction, and emerging technologies, we stand as unwavering guardians of the solar industry's integrity. Trust SepiSolar to illuminate the path towards fair and just resolutions in solar-related cases, driven by a passion for a cleaner, greener tomorrow.
- Architect Liability
- Construction
- Electrical
- Intellectual Property
- Lithium Ion Battery Fires
- Patents
- Products Liability
- Scheduling Delay & Analysis
- Solar Energy
- Utilities
- Q: Please list your professional accreditations, degrees, licenses, and certificates granted:
- A: BA in Astrophysics (minors in Physics & Music) -- University of California, Berkeley
Named as a 40-Under-40-Changemaker (2018) -- Renewable Energy World
Patent awarded for Load Isolation Consumption Management Systems and Methods (US 20130285446 A1)
NABCEP Certified 092907-34 (2007 - present) -- North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners - Q: Please list your affiliations or memberships in any professional and/or industry organizations:
- A: CalSSA member (2016 - present) -- California Solar & Storage Association (formerly CalSEIA)
- Q: Please list any teaching or speaking experience you have had, including subject matter:
- A: Instructor of "Advanced PV System Design & Project Management" -- University of California, Berkeley
Numerous presentations at conferences and trade events -- Solar Power International, InterSolar - 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: 50+
- Q: For what area(s) of expertise have you been retained as an expert?
- A: Solar project development, project planning, project execution / construction, asset management / operations, product failures, system failures, system performance, root cause failure analysis, cash flow / financial analysis, misrepresentation, duty of care, negligence, scheduling delays and liquidated damages, construction defects, patent litigation (infringement and invalidity, claim construction, POSITA), etc.
- Q: In what percentage of your cases were you retained by the plaintiff?
- A: 50%
- Q: In what percentage of your cases were you retained by the defendant?
- A: 50%
- Q: On how many occasions have you had your deposition taken?
- A: 5+
- Q: When was the last time you had your deposition taken?
- A: 2024
- Q: On how many occasions have you been qualified by a court to give expert testimony?
- A: 1 and counting...
- Q: On how many occasions have you testified as an expert in court or before an arbitrator?
- A: 8 and counting...
- Q: For how many years have you worked with the legal industry as an expert?
- A: 5 and counting...
- Q: What services do you offer? (E.g.: consulting, testing, reports, site inspections etc.)
- A: Consultations, analysis, reports, depositions, arbitration / mediation hearings, trials, site inspections, damages calculations
- Q: What is your hourly rate to consult with an attorney?
- A: $650
- Q: What is your hourly rate to review documents?
- A: $650
- Q: What is your hourly rate to provide deposition testimony?
- A: $650
- Q: What is your hourly rate to provide testimony at trial?
- A: $650
- Q: Please list any fees other than those stated above (E.g.: travel expenses, copy fees, etc.)
- A: Travel, filing, and administrative fees to be reimbursed
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