The first step in most assignments is the initial evaluation provided FREE OF CHARGE.

It consists of first reviewing the assignment material (including photographs, diagrams, witness statements, discovery documents, police reports, etc.) and then advising the client verbally (or in writing if desired) of the preliminary findings and technical merits of the assignment and whether a complete investigation and analysis is warranted.

If a complete investigation and analysis is warranted, we will then establish a budget with the client and follow it. All engineering assignments and file contents are confidential and the information is provided only to the client or those designated by the client.

Clients are billed on an hourly base plus associated expenses. An estimate of fees can be provided after a description of the assignment and its scope is received. If a budget was established, as mentioned earlier, we will closely follow it.

We provide our clients with the highest calibre forensic engineering services, from initial case review to the courtroom, while maintaining reasonable costs.

Discussion of cost and scope of work is always welcome, both before and following the completion of any engineering assignment.

Our engineering report is typically available within 14 to 21 days from the time that all available information (accident scene, vehicles, injuries, product information, failure details, etc.) is in our possession.