Peter Leffe offers Consultation services and Expert Witness testimony in Accident Investigation and Reconstruction. Mr. Leffe has conducted numerous investigations and reconstructions for both plaintiff and defense firms, and has deposition and trial experience in both state and federal courts.

Areas of Specialization:

Failure Analysis of Materials and Structures

Stress Analysis of Structural and Mechanical Components

Wreckage Analysis

Structural Reconstruction

Design Defects

Manufacturing Defects

Construction Defects

Aviation Accidents

Sports and Recreation Accidents

Background:
B.S. Mechanical Engineering with Metallurgy, Indiana Institute of Technology.
Master of Architecture, University of California Berkeley.
Diploma in Accident Investigation, University of Southern California

Licensed and Registered Architect
Member American Institute of Architects
Diplomat of the National Counsel of Architectural Registration Boards
Airline Transport Rated Pilot

For detailed information, please refer to web site www.PLeffe.com.

B.E.C. Consulting, LLC was established in 1982. Since that time, we have provided top-level consulting engineering services and accident reconstruction to our clients; law firms, insurance companies, state and local agencies, manufacturing companies, and clients who are seeking product design analysis and other engineering related services.

Our engineers represent a broad range of engineering disciplines which enables us to work on a variety of cases using the team approach. The teams at B.E.C are comprised of Engineers, Technical Specialists, Graphics Specialists as well as Research and Administrative Personnel, so that each case is given personal attention and is handled efficiently and effectively. We are located in Tallahassee, Florida, but are active in AL, GA, MS, TN and SC. We have worked in almost every state in the United States, including Alaska.

Areas of Expertise:

All Areas of Accident Reconstruction

Failure Analysis

Product Design

Product Development

Product Delivery

Material Handling System

Computer Animation, Electronic Graphics and Video Reenactment

Every aspect of our firm is designed to serve our clients needs; conference rooms for mediations and depositions, a research and testing lab, secured evidence storage, facilities for expert inspections, and easy access to airport and hotel facilities for our out-of-town clients. We are truly a full service engineering firm.

Because of this team approach and a commitment to customer service, B.E.C. has attained regional and national recognition as a leader in forensic engineering services and new product development. This excellent example and tireless dedication to serving our client’s needs has resulted in a devoted client base and reputation second to none.

Dr. Charles Benedict, P.E. founded Benedict Engineering Company in 1982. He has over 35 years experience in the fields of product and machine design and analysis, vehicular accident reconstruction of all types, and product and system failure analysis. He has designed, developed, manufactured, and tested more than sixty different products and machine systems. Dr. Benedict is well respected in the fields of forensic engineering, product and machine system design and analysis and patenting.

Expertise:

Biomechanics Occupant Kinematics Vehicle Restraint Systems Vehicle Controlability Material Handling Patent Infringement

Automobile Accidents Pedestrian Accidents General Engineering Product Design Fire and Explosion Analysis Tractor / Trailer Accidents Electrical Issues

Dr. Jim Dobbs, P.E. is a principle in the organization and has been practicing forensic engineering for the past 12 years. He was a design/development engineer at General Electric for a decade prior to coming to BEC Consulting. He has extensive experience in product development and design and hold several patents. He is nationally known for metallurgical failure analysis and accident reconstruction. He has particular experience and knowledge with motorcycles and tractor-trailer accidents.

Expertise:

Metallurgy Medical Devices Railroad Accidents Seat Belts and Airbags Seatback Analysis Automobile Accidents

Pedestrian Accidents General Engineering Product Design Slip / Trip / Fall Tractor / Trailer Accidents

Dr. Brian Pfeifer, P.E. is also a principle with BEC Consulting, and has been practicing forensic engineering for over 15 years. He holds several patents on roadside safety devices and studied roadside safety at the University of Nebraska. He has considerable knowledge about maintenance of traffic plans and traffic engineering. He is equally knowledgeable about accident reconstruction, especially involving tractor-trailer accidents.

Expertise:

Roadside Hazards Vehicle Controllability Occupant Kinematics Roadway Design Guardrails and Bridges Biomedical Engineering

Automobile Accidents Pedestrian Accidents Tractor / Trailer Accidents Slip / Trip / Fall Product Design General Engineering

Dr. Ying Lu

Expertise:

Biomedical Analysis Occupant Kinematics Injury Causation Low Speed Accidents Recreational Injury Sports Injury General Engineering

Accident Reconstruction Pedestrian Accidents Bicycle Accidents Slip / Trip / Fall Product Design Ergonomics Human and Environment Interaction

Mrs. Traci Campbell, P.E.

Expertise:

Industrial Accidents Safety Analysis Product Design / Failure Analysis Slip / Trip / Fall Guarding / Warnings Workplace Safety Bicycles

OSHA Regulations Pedestrian Accidents Automobile Accidents Tractor / Trailer Accidents Fire and Explosion Theme Parks Airbag and Black Box General Engineering

Mr. Chris Yates, P.E.

Expertise:

Black Box Analysis Motorcycle / Bicycle Mechanical Design Product Guarding Design Fire and Explosion Seat Belt Analysis

Automobile Accidents Pedestrian Accidents General Engineering Product Design Tractor / Trailer Accidents Slip / Trip / Fall

Dr. C.J. Abraham, P.E. is a Certified Professional Chemical Engineer with over thirty years of international experience consulting to insurance companies, municipalities, government agencies, and the legal profession. He provides consultation to International corporations in the areas of New Product Development, Manufacturing, Packaging, Warnings and Instructions. Dr Abraham's services include Expert Witness Testimony for both Plaintiff and Defense in matters involving Personal Injury and Product Liability.

Areas of Expertise:

Construction Accidents OSHA ADA Labor Law Human Factors Household / Industrial Products Safety Engineering

Retail Store Safety Industrial Hygiene Textiles Fires / Explosions / Flammable Fabrics Slips / Falls Recreational / Sports Accidents Toxic Exposures

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Draganich Consulting, Inc. provides consultation, expert witness testimony and trial support in injury biomechanics, clinical orthopaedics, failure analysis and patent validity.

Louis Draganich, Ph.D. has 30 years of academic experience in biomechanics and orthopaedic research, several patents on total knee replacements and more than 11 years of experience in consulting and injury biomechanics.

Both plaintiffs' and defense attorneys have retained Dr. Draganich for cases involving:

Wrongful Death Premises Liability Personal Injury Products Liability Medical Malpractice

Criminal Acts Motor Vehicle Accidents Slips, Trips and Falls Industrial Injuries and Ergonomics Sports Injuries and Recreation

References Available Upon Request.

Frank J. Smith is the owner of Elite Fitness Consulting Services and a member of numerous organizations and legal associations. His practical experience includes over 40 years of experience in the Fitness and Sport Equipment industries, including Forensic Litigation Support Consulting. Fit Witness can help you resolve legal difficulties with health clubs and sporting facilities. This includes the following functions and responsibilities:

Expert Witness:

Testify as an expert witness in legal matters relating to fitness facilities, personal trainers, fitness training, fitness equipment use, fitness equipment design, fitness equipment warnings / use instructions and product safety

Clients include Academic Institutions, Insurance Companies, Corporations, Health Clubs, Private Training Facilities, Hospitals, Physical Therapy and Private Persons

Services Include:

Fitness & Exercise Equipment

Sauna's and Steam

Fitness Facility Design

Accident Reconstruction

Consulting Specialist In All Aspects Of Fitness: Selectorized Equipment, Cardio Equipment, Free Weight Equipment, Plate Load Equipment, Equipment Design, Equipment Use, Sauna's, Steam, Flooring, Private Trainers, Signage, Warnings etc.

Gary E. Kilpatrick and Associates, PA is a Forensics Engineering Firm dedicated to the application of the art, science and methodology of engineering and the scientific method to answer questions of fact in the jurisprudence system pertaining to personal injury and wrongful death. We provide technical competency, forensic evidence collection from the field and from documents, oral and written communications, objective, ethical and professional responsibility.

We are familiar with the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, Federal Rules of Evidence and Daubert and have given sworn expert testimony under oath during judicial proceedings. We are retained by law firms, public defenders and insurance companies on plaintiff, defense, criminal and claimant cases and work nation wide.

Areas of Expertise:

• Traffic Accident Reconstruction
• Vehicle Crash Data Report Retrieval and Interpretation
• Off-Road ATV Accident Reconstruction
• Motorcycle Accident Reconstruction
• Vehicle Inspections
• Industrial Accident Reconstruction
• OSHA Safety 29CFR1910
• OSHA 29CFR1926
• OSHA 29CFR1928
• Product Liability Investigations

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Ken Tannar’s Golf Expertise is unique in the legal world. As an errant golf ball expert, Mr. Tannar can analyze and give advice on potential damage produced by errant golf balls. Golf Netting Safety Height, Topographic Errant Ball Analysis, Adjoining Property Errant Golf Ball Safety Determination, any litigation involving golf club / ball interactions. Using a highly accurate golf ball projectile model, Mr. Tannar can determine the “zones of danger.” Call for a quote.

James Schlernitzauer has over 27 years experience in Parachuting, Skydiving and Parachute Rigging. Mr. Schlernitzauer has been granted Expert Teaching Credentials in all areas of instruction including Tandem Examiner, Aff Evaluator and Coach course director. He is a Master parachute rigger per FAA guidelines.

Mr. Schlernitzauer has over 13,000 total jumps - over 11,000 teaching skydiving. He has owned a skydiving school for over 11 years, packed over 1,400 emergency parachutes and has 0 losses.

Mr. Schlernitzauer has acted as a Safety and Training Advisor for the United States Parachute Association. Although he retired from full time skydiving in 2008, he still jumps occasionally for fun. Mr. Schlernitzauer lives in central CA and is willing to travel if necessary.

Kent B. Godsted has over 17 years experience as Expert Witness in Fitness and Fitness Equipment, Sports and Recreation, Exercise Technique, Weightlifting, Intellectual Property and Mechanical Devices. He has over 45 years working and consulting experience in new product and process planning, research and development. Mr. Godsted has served in 118 cases (88 plaintiff) with 27 depositions and 5 trials.

Education and Certifications:

BSME 1966, MSME 1982 – Illinois Institute of Technology

Professional Engineer certification in IL (retired) and KY (active)

8 U.S. patents

Personal training certification 2007 YMCA

References available upon request.

Leonard K. Lucenko, PhD, Sport and Recreation Expert, is an Adjunct Professor at Montclair State. A prolific speaker, he has taught undergraduate and graduate courses on Risk Management in Sports and Recreation. He is a certified teacher, coach, athletic director, dean of students and international speaker on sports and recreation safety. Dr. Lucenko has qualified for Testimony and Consultation in 40 State and Federal Courts in Plaintiff and Defense cases.

Areas of Expertise

Aquatics Pool Safety Supervision Equipment Children's Camps Certified Playground Inspector Football Roller Skating Ice Hockey Cheerleading	Fitness and Health Clubs Soccer Baseball/Softball Wrestling Golf Physical Education Amusements Waterparks Recreation Facility Safety