Clear technical analysis for contested marine matters.
The objective is not advocacy. It is to identify the relevant technical question, examine the available evidence and communicate a supportable opinion in language that counsel, insurers, decision-makers and triers of fact can understand.
Assignments can begin with an early technical review, a focused onboard inspection or a comprehensive analysis of reports, photographs, service records, invoices, specifications and deposition material. The scope is matched to the procedural posture and the evidence actually available.
Opinions are developed from documented facts, recognized marine standards where applicable, manufacturer information, accepted industry practice and practical engineering judgment. Assumptions and limitations are stated expressly.
Typical scope
- Pre-litigation technical review and issue identification
- Independent vessel, machinery and component inspection
- Document, photograph, specification and repair-record review
- Expert reports and rebuttal analysis
- Counsel support for deposition, mediation, arbitration and trial
- Technical evaluation of opposing opinions and claimed repair scope
What the analysis is designed to establish.
- Whether an alleged defect is supported by the physical evidence
- Whether installation, maintenance or operation materially contributed
- Whether cited standards or regulations actually apply to the condition
- Whether claimed repairs are technically necessary and proportionate
- Whether the documentary record is consistent with observed vessel condition