Coating Expert Witness
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 Engineering
failures cause financial problems which often result in litigation.
In-house testimony can be criticized as provided by witnesses
who may have something to gain or lose and who may be, even
unconsciously, prejudiced in their testimony. This statement
is not a moral condemnation of in-house personnel. It is, however,
a commonly used argument by opposing attorneys.
There are two advantages in using a Professional
Engineer as an expert witness. One, the
Rules of Conduct for Professional Engineers state: "The
Engineer shall undertake to perform engineering assignments
only when qualified by
training and experience in the specific technical field
of professional engineering involved." The Rules further
state: "As a technical or expert witness before
any court, commission or other tribunal, the Engineer shall
express an opinion only when it is founded upon adequate
knowledge of the facts at issue, upon a background of technical
competence of the subject matter, and upon honest conviction
of the accuracy and propriety of his testimony." Two,
employing a Professional Engineer in cases involving potential
litigation often result in an agreement being reached out
of court.
An unbiased professional with an extensive
background in protective coatings can identify the sources
of the problem,
evaluate their economic impact, and recommend solutions
for their repair. In 90 percent of the cases in which S.G.
Pinney has been involved, resolution has been
achieved without litigation.
A list of legal cases that S. G.
Pinney, P.E., Inc. has provided
services for, is available upon request. |
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