Jim Koester, P.E., a Principal Engineer for Civil/Structural issues at LGI Forensic Engineering, P.C., was asked by an attorney client to opine on alleged defects to a door. Jim performed an inspection on the door and his investigation found no such defects. Jim’s findings and report directly refuted the plaintiff’s expert’s report, showing that it had no basis in evidence or facts. Kudos to Jim on a solid investigation which…

Anthony Timpanaro, P.E., a Mechanical Engineer with LGI, has recently passed his exam and has earned the distinction of Certified Fire & Explosion Investigator (CFEI). NAFI’s Certified Fire & Explosion Investigator (CFEI) program is an international registry that recognizes qualified fire and explosion investigators and engineers. It provides the dual benefit of establishing a standard for evaluating the qualifications of those conducting fire, arson and explosion investigations, as well as…

John Flynn, P.E., CFEI, a civil / structural engineer with LGI Forensic Engineering, PC has been promoted from Principal Engineer to Senior Principal Engineer. John has been working for LGI for over 23 years and has been a diligent professional handling property and construction related assignments including: building failures of all kinds, catastrophic damages to structures and fires and explosions. John is a go to expert for adjoining construction related…

Yoandi Interian, P.E., CFEI, a civil/structural engineer with LGI, was recently informed by his client that the results of his investigation helped lead to their Summary Judgement Motion being granted by the court. This was for a premises liability action against a construction company. Robert Crawford, PhD, P.E., CFEI, Senior Lead Engineer with LGI, was recently informed that the results of his investigation led to the client settling this matter…

Dr. Crawford was assigned to investigate an alleged trip and fall incident in which the plaintiff claimed to be injured when they tripped on the fill lid cover of an underground storage tank (UST). As a result of Robert’s investigation, he was able to determine the fill lid cover of the UST was within all codes and standards in the industry and the physical evidence did not match the injuries…

Lance Wilson, PhD, Director – Forensic Science and Technology, Dr. Robert Crawford, PhD and P.E., Mechanical Engineer, and Yoandi Interian, ME and P.E., Civil/Structural Engineer, recently attended the National Association of Fire Investigators’ (NAFI) training session and earned the Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator (CFEI) Certification. NAFI’s Certified Fire & Explosion Investigator (CFEI) program is an international registry that recognizes qualified fire and explosion investigators. It provides the dual benefit…

Steve and Karen Pietropaolo of LGI Forensic Engineering, P.C., and LGI Forensic Laboratories, Inc., are pleased to announce the promotion of Dr. Lance Wilson from Materials Scientist to Director – Forensic Science & Technology. The promotion is a direct result of Lance’s impressive work ethic and proficiency in working the laboratory equipment, managing the lab, and running the various joint inspections like clockwork. Lance has become a tremendous asset to the…

LGI Forensic Engineering, P.C. is pleased to announce the hiring of Robert Crawford, PhD, MS, PE, Mechanical Engineer. Robert has a strong background in new product innovation at a Fortune 500 beverage company and has a firm understanding of product liability issues. Dr. Crawford is also experienced in forensic analysis, safety consulting, thermal and fluid sciences, and has been a litigious subject matter expert for mechanical failures, premises liability matters…

LGI recently hired Anthony Timpanaro, P.E., to our expanding team of forensic experts. Anthony has Bachelor and Master of Science degrees in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on thermal and fluid systems. He has over 9 years of experience in forensic causation in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing system accidents and failures, including incidents involving industrial grinders, lift gates, forklifts, fire sprinkler systems and HVAC systems. Anthony is also skilled in…

Yoandi Interian, ME, PE, a Civil/Structural and Construction expert with LGI Forensic Engineering, P.C., testified recently on a case in NY Supreme Court. The case involved a Trip and Fall accident on a wheel-stop at a service station involving alleged injuries to the plaintiff. With the assistance of Yoandi’s testimony, the client received a favorable verdict of only 10% liability. The client was thrilled about the verdict and raved about…