LGI hosted a Forensic Engineering Seminar to kick off Engineering Week with girls, inc., of Westchester County. girls, inc., is a non profit organization that “inspires all girls to be strong, smart and bold”. The event was to reinforce the STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) initiative.
Principal Architect Named
LGI is pleased to announce that Scott Cameron, R.A. has been named Principal Architect.
Convention Success
Convention Sponsorship
LGI is attending the SNAME (Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers) Maritime Convention 2016 Seattle from November 2-4. We are manning a both, so if you are attending, please make sure that you stop by!
Successful Summary Judgements
Congratulations to LGI’s Scott Cameron, Registered Architect, for his work as a Defense Expert on a trip and fall case where there was Summary Judgement afforded to the Defendant. Scott was able to prepare an Affidavit In support of the Defense Motion for Summary Judgment illustrating that there was no evidence of an alleged defect. Congratulations to LGI’s Steven Pietropaolo, P.E., CFEI, CFII, FACEFI, CFC, CFPE, for his work as…
Keynote Speaker
Steven Pietropaolo was the Keynote speaker at the New York State Gas & Electric Utility Claims Managers’ Association (UCMA) meeting. As the Keynote speaker, he presented, “Working with Outside Engineering Firms – the Good, Bad and Ugly”.
New Professional Designations
Steven Pietropaolo, P.E. CFEI, CFII, CFC, CFPE, has recently earned the designations of Certified Forensic Consultant (CFC), and Certified Forensic Professional Engineer (CFPE) through the American College of Forensic Examiners Institute (ACFEI) where he holds Diplomate status. Robert Berryman, JD, P.E., CFEI, CFC, CFPE, has recently earned the designations of Certified Forensic Consultant (CFC), and Certified Forensic Professional Engineer (CFPE) through the American College of Forensic Examiners Institute (ACFEI).
Unique Services
Frank Villano, P.E., LGI’s Senior Structural/Civil Engineer is a licensed and insured drone pilot and a certified marine diver. His unique skills can assist in investigating failures either up in the air, on the ground or underwater! Frank recently used his diver skills to enter a large roof top tank to inspect for physical evidence and to assist mechanical engineers in testing the automatic fill system. Frank has also performed…
ISO/IEC 17025 Certification
The LGI Laboratory has been awarded accreditation by ANAB. We are now ISO/IEC Certified in: Fire Debris Hardness Testing Flow and Pressure Testing Stay tuned for more news on further certifications.
Cooney Promotion
Great news! Michael J. Cooney has been promoted to LGI’s Chief Metallurgist. Mike has over 25 years experience in the field of Metallurgy. He joined LGI in July of last year and he has proven his exceptional abilities in the lab and in the field.