Investigation and Expert
Witnesses Services
RRS engineers perform incident investigations, conduct technical
evaluations, and provide expert witness support to assist the legal
profession in case development or defense. We also perform technical code
and standard reviews and other engineering services to assist clients in
addressing regulatory compliance issues. Our effectiveness in providing
these services is enhanced by years of practical staff experience in
sophisticated fire and explosion prevention and protection methodology. Our
services include incident investigations, technical evaluations, and expert
witness services, and engineering services.
Incident Investigations
Alone or as part of a team, RRS conducts fire, explosion or hazardous
materials incident investigations or reconstructions. RRS uses proven
techniques and procedures to develop technically sound and defensible cause
and origin scenarios. When appropriate, RRS will recommend other experienced
specialists whose services would benefit the investigation/reconstruction
effort.
Technical Evaluations
RRS evaluates incident reports, witness and expert witness depositions, and
other related documentation for technical accuracy and applicability of
information to a case. We also conduct preliminary evaluations to assess the
technical aspects of specific incidents for potential legal action. When
requested, reports are prepared to document the technical evaluation of
evidence and facts.
Expert Witness Services
RRS engineers provide depositions and court appearances for testimony to
support the technical opinions and evaluations developed for the case. Our
engineers are experienced, credible expert witnesses that present sound,
logical and understandable testimony.
Engineering Services
RRS performs technical reviews of codes, standards or other documents, and
performs other engineering activities under direction of attorneys and/or
for restricted distribution. These services are identical in nature to the
process safety management and industrial fire protection services or related
technical activities performed by RRS, but are performed under the direction
of an attorney to retain privileged communication and document distribution
control.
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