Expert witness services
Technical construction issues explained clearly and supportably.
Expert consulting concerning construction practices, property damage, building-envelope systems, repair methodology, scope, and associated costs.
Service overview
Construction-grounded analysis for complicated property matters.
Expert work must be objective, well documented, and understandable to people who may not have a construction background. Opinions are developed from the available evidence, field observations, relevant technical sources, and practical construction experience, with limitations and areas requiring further investigation identified when appropriate.
When this service may be appropriate
- Construction-related litigation or dispute resolution
- Property damage and repair-scope disagreements
- Workmanship, installation, or building-envelope issues
- Repair methodology and reasonable cost require expert analysis
An engagement may include
- Document and evidence review
- Property inspection and technical investigation
- Code, manufacturer, and industry-source research
- Written opinions, reports, or rebuttal analysis
- Deposition, mediation, hearing, or trial support when retained
Helpful information to provide
- Pleadings, disclosures, and relevant deadlines
- Contracts, estimates, reports, and correspondence
- Photographs, videos, measurements, and testing
- Applicable expert reports and opinions
- A clear description of the issues on which an opinion is requested
Discuss the assignment
Start with the property, the evidence, and the issue that needs to be resolved.
Provide a brief description of the property and matter. Friend Building Consultants will review the basic circumstances, confirm availability, and determine whether the requested service is an appropriate fit.
Request a consultationServices are technical and construction-focused. Friend Building Consultants does not provide legal advice or make insurance coverage determinations.