Business Details
20 Years
experience
Nationwide Forensic Engineering Solutions
US Forensic was founded in 2006 by three engineers and a businessman in New Orleans, Louisiana, with a vision to build a forensic engineering company focused on hiring top talent. Over nearly two decades, we've grown to 62 locations nationwide and earned recognition as one of New Orleans' Fastest Growing Companies. Our team of licensed professionals delivers unbiased forensic engineering reports with conclusive findings, repair recommendations, and court-tested expert testimony. We prioritize quality work products grounded in factual analysis and compliance with state-specific engineering regulations.Our experts have testified in local, state, and federal courts, maintaining a reputation for timely, cost-effective solutions. We support communities through charitable initiatives, including donating 115,000 meals during the pandemic and hurricane relief efforts. Our growth reflects our commitment to trusting qualified professionals and maintaining industry leadership through technical excellence and client-focused service.
Services
Accident Reconstruction
Structural Evaluations
Fire Origin Analysis
Product Liability Assessments
Storm Damage Inspections
Marine Structure Analysis
HVAC Failure Investigations
Construction Defect Analysis
Thermal Imaging Surveys
Expert Witness Testimony
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We have 18+ years of experience in forensic engineering investigations
- Our experts have testified in federal and state courts nationwide
- We maintain strict compliance with state engineering board regulations
- Our team includes licensed professionals in multiple engineering disciplines
- We provide nationwide coverage with 62 service locations
What people say
Court-qualified experts
Nationwide service network
Detailed technical reports
Litigation support experience
Timely deliverables
Services
Accident Reconstruction
Our certified accident reconstructionists analyze vehicle collisions using crash data, scene evidence, and engineering principles. We determine factors like speed, impact angles, and mechanical failures while providing courtroom-ready visualizations. This service helps insurers and legal teams understand collision dynamics and liability factors through scientifically validated methodologies.
Structural Evaluations
Licensed engineers assess structural failures in residential and commercial buildings using advanced diagnostic tools. We identify causes ranging from construction defects to natural disasters while providing repair recommendations. Our reports include detailed documentation of damage patterns and compliance assessments with building codes and safety standards.
Fire Origin Analysis
Certified fire investigators determine ignition sources and spread patterns through evidence collection and laboratory testing. We analyze electrical systems, heating equipment, and environmental factors while maintaining NFPA 921 compliance. Our findings support insurance claims and legal proceedings with defensible origin and cause determinations.
Product Liability Assessments
We evaluate product failures across automotive, industrial, and consumer goods using metallurgical testing and stress analysis. Our engineers identify manufacturing defects, design flaws, and misuse factors while preparing technical documentation for litigation support. This service includes laboratory testing and expert testimony capabilities.
Storm Damage Inspections
Specialists assess wind, flood, and hail damage to structures using drone surveys and moisture mapping. We differentiate between storm-related damage and pre-existing conditions while providing repair cost estimates. Our reports meet insurance industry standards for claims documentation and subrogation support.
People
Gary Bell
Managing Partner & Owner
Co-founder with 18+ years leading US Forensic's growth strategy. Focuses on maintaining technical excellence and client relationships while fostering employee autonomy. Instrumental in establishing nationwide service capabilities.
Hal Martin
Mechanical Engineer
Licensed professional engineer with dual expertise in forensic analysis and motorsports engineering. Conducts vehicle failure analyses and provides expert testimony while maintaining racing industry connections that enhance technical perspectives.
William Janowsky
Principal Engineer
Senior expert with extensive hurricane damage assessment experience. Leads complex property damage cases and has provided expert testimony in high-profile litigation involving catastrophic losses from natural disasters.
Michael DeHarde
Partner / Principal Engineer
Co-founder with technical leadership in electrical systems analysis and equipment failure investigations. Maintains active involvement in case reviews and quality control processes across the firm's engineering disciplines.
Peter Henderson
Client Services Manager
Regional operations leader responsible for client relations and service coordination across multiple southeastern states. Brings 15+ years of engineering management experience to support technical and administrative client needs.
Questions
What types of cases does U.S. Forensic handle?
We investigate property damage, vehicle failures, industrial accidents, construction defects, and environmental issues requiring forensic engineering analysis.
Do your engineers testify in court?
Yes, our licensed professionals regularly provide expert witness testimony in state and federal courts nationwide.
Are your services available nationwide?
We operate through 62 locations across all 50 states and Puerto Rico with local experts in multiple engineering disciplines.
How do you ensure report accuracy?
All findings follow state engineering board regulations and undergo rigorous internal quality control before client delivery.
What industries do you serve?
We support insurance companies, legal firms, and corporations with technical analysis across construction, automotive, marine, and industrial sectors.
How quickly can you respond to assignments?
Our nationwide network enables rapid deployment for time-sensitive investigations while maintaining methodical analysis standards.
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