

Phone: (317) 446-9001
Fax: (866) 920-8571
Email: tim@dickson-schaefer.com
Website: www.dickson-schaefer.com
General Specialty Area 1: Engineering
General Specialty Area 2: Failure Analysis
Specialty Focus, Special Skills, Experience: Construction defects, water infiltration, storm damage, fire damage, explosion damage, structural collapse, failure of temporary shoring, construction site accidents, roofing failure, windows, handrail failures, masonry, concrete, steel
Additional Information: I strive to perform impartial forensic investigations in an efficient manner to help my Clients assess their issue. I prepare concise written reports that provide a solid understanding of the technical aspects of the issue so my Client can make informed decisions. My expert witness experience includes cases dealing with issues such as defective construction, water infiltration, storm/fire/explosion damage assessment, structural collapse, failure of temporary shoring, construction site accidents, roofing failure, improper design and manfacture of windows and handrail failures.
Education: MSCE, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; BSCE, Purdue University
Years in Practice: 23
Number of times Deposed/Testified in the last 4 years: 6