Edward Poon | HKA The combination of modern delivery methods and increasingly complex projects is fundamentally reshaping the rules of risk and responsibility for stakeholders throughout the construction ecosystem. New ways of working, greater collaboration, and more advanced integrated systems mean that when a failure happens, it is significantly more challenging to identify what went… Continue reading Construction Disputes Under the Microscope: How Forensic Engineering Uncovers Why Failures Happen
Category: Expert Witness
Property Insurance Claims and How to Prove Causation
Advise & Consult, Inc. A recurring issue in property insurance litigation warrants closer attention. Policyholders—and at times their representatives—often believe they understand the cause of a loss. The sequence of events appears to align. The damage is evident. The explanation seems reasonable. However, in litigation, outcomes are not determined by what appears logical. They are… Continue reading Property Insurance Claims and How to Prove Causation
Selecting the Right Appraiser or Umpire for the Insurance Appraisal Process
Joe Gulick | JS Held Introduction In the world of insurance valuation disputes, the selection of the appraiser and umpire can significantly influence the outcome of an appraisal. These professionals play an important role in resolving disagreements over the value of damages, and their competence, impartiality, and negotiation skills are essential for achieving fair awards.… Continue reading Selecting the Right Appraiser or Umpire for the Insurance Appraisal Process
Why Jurisdiction Shapes What Testifying Experts Can Say Before And During Trial
Paige McKirahan | Wit In a perfect world, an expert’s testimony wouldn’t change just because the courtroom does. But those who work in complex litigation know the reality: state rules can dramatically alter what experts must disclose before trial and what they’re allowed to say during it. While federal court offers a familiar playbook, the… Continue reading Why Jurisdiction Shapes What Testifying Experts Can Say Before And During Trial
4 Key Takeaways | Insights from Arbitrators and Advocates: The Pros and Cons of Alternative Delay and Damages Quantum
Gautam Y. Reddy | Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton Kilpatrick’s Gautam Reddy joined a panel of fellow thought leaders at the 2025 Construction Super Conference to discuss “The Pros and Cons of Alternative Delay and Damages Quantum.” The panel discussed delay and disruption claims in construction disputes where each side is armed with experts providing competing opinions on delays and damages. They… Continue reading 4 Key Takeaways | Insights from Arbitrators and Advocates: The Pros and Cons of Alternative Delay and Damages Quantum