Accident Investigations

Expert Automotive Accident Investigation Services

When an accident of any kind occurs, a rapid response and accurate investigation is crucial. Forensic Analysis & Engineering has years of experience with automotive accidents, establishing causes, reconstructing the scene, and providing unbiased facts.

Comprehensive Reporting and Expert Testimony Services

We perform thorough investigations of each aspect of an accident, analyzing speed & time-distance calculations and assessing approach, impact, and departure angles. Our clients are provided with comprehensive reporting, coupled with full color photo documentation. When indicated, investigators provide expert testimony services during the litigation process.

Related Proficiencies:

• Accident Reconstruction
• Incident Simulations
• Fraud Investigations and Analysis
• Computer Assisted Reconstruction
• Graphic Demonstrations
• Personal Injury

Establishing Why Commercial Vehicle Accidents Occurred

When an accident of any kind occurs in the workplace, it is crucial for rapid response and accurate investigations. Forensic Analysis & Engineering has established why commercial vehicle accidents occurred in countless cases, reconstructing the scene and providing unbiased facts.

Expert Analysis and Investigation

Our experienced team of mechanical engineers will be able to analyze and investigate your commercial trucking accident involving semi/tractor-trailers, box trucks, walk-in trucks, and delivery vans. We perform thorough investigations of each accident analyzing speed, load weight, and human factors to see if they adhere to proper operation protocols. Our engineers provide comprehensive reporting, coupled with full color photo documentation.

Expert Witness Services

When indicated, investigators provide expert witness services during the litigation process.

Related Proficiencies:

• Accident Reconstruction
• Fraud Investigations and Analysis

Specialized Investigations of Industrial Vehicle Accidents

Workplace injuries as a result of industrial vehicle accidents need specialized, professional engineers to investigate the cause. FAEC engineers have years of experience establishing why accidents happen during the operation of industrial equipment.

Expert Analysis and Investigation

Our knowledgeable engineers know there are inherent risks associated with the operation of industrial equipment. They will be able to analyze and investigate your industrial accident involving forklift, crane, or material movers. When determining why an equipment guarding or lockout injury occurred, it is necessary to identify all factors in the situation. After years of expertise and countless cases, our team of mechanical and material engineers has the experience needed to thoroughly analyze the machine’s design, safety measures, and any human factors to find the root cause of the injury.

Litigation Expert Witness Testimony

When indicated, investigators provide expert witness services during the litigation process.

Related Proficiencies:

• Accident Reconstruction
• Mobile and Fixed Crane Failures
• Fraud Investigations & Analysis
• Forklift, Crane, and Material Mover Accidents

Specialized Investigation Management of Aircraft Failures

When an accident involves the aviation industry, oftentimes the case is unique and has no precedence. Aviation accidents require specialized engineers that are experienced in the multi-faceted aspects of an aircraft failure. Forensic Analysis & Engineering can be the point of contact in coordinating the team of diverse engineers needed for a large case. Our electrical and mechanical engineers and aviation experts will work together with you in order to establish the facts and pinpoint the origin of the failure. With our experts’ decades of experiences working in their respective fields, FAEC has the depth and breadth required to assist in your aviation accident case.

Related Proficiencies:

• Accident Reconstruction
• Computer Assisted Reconstruction
• Fraud Investigations & Analysis

Establishing Why Railroad Accidents Occurred

Unique and specialized engineers and experts are required in cases involving railroad accidents, collisions, derailments, mechanical failures or human errors. FAEC engineers have years of experience investigating railroad safety issues in a variety of railways including heavy rail, light rail, metros, and heritage railways. At FAEC, our mechanical engineers with extensive background in the railroad industry will be able to assist in the investigation of any train accident.

Railroad Safety Recommendations

In addition to railroad accident investigation and analysis, the FAEC team is also involved in railroad safety issues, and how improvements can be made to this critical area of public interest.

Expert Witness Testimony

When indicated, our engineers continue working with you into the litigation process and provide expert witness services.

Related Proficiencies:

• Accident Reconstruction
• Railway Track Investigations
• Computer Assisted Reconstruction
• Fraud Investigations & Analysis
• Mechanical Failures

Establishing Why Accidents Occurred

Accidents involving bicycles, ATVs, and RVs often require a forensic firm that is also capable of working with you through the investigation as well as the legal process. The professionals at Forensic Analysis & Engineering can dig through the aftermath of an accident to establish how and why it happened.

Expert Anaysis, Reports and Witness Services

Our engineers on staff have the experience needed to give you the peace of mind that each bicycle, ATV or RV accident is investigated thoroughly and according to industry standards. After the investigation, FAEC experts will assist in every step of the litigation process including depositions, expert testimonies, and trials.

Related Proficiencies:

• Personal Injury
• Accident Reconstruction

Certified Marine Investigators & Accident Reconstructionists

Accidents involving pleasure vessels and personal watercrafts are fundamentally different from accidents involving motor vehicles. Our Certified Marine Investigators and qualified boating accident reconstructionists will be able to address the three-dimensional nature of marine accidents such as ramping, overriding, vaulting and downward forces. FAEC investigators are here to assist you in your marine accident case involving all types of boats – from small personal watercraft and recreational pleasure boats to large cargo ships and passenger vessels.

Related Proficiencies:

• Cruise Ship / Passenger Ferry Operational Issues
• Commercial Ships
• Off-shore / Inland Marine / Maritime Safety
• US Coast Guard Code Compliance
• American Boat & Yacht Council Standards
• National Fire Protection Association Standards