Building Expert Witnesses

Miami - Coral Gables, Florida

Architecture, Construction Defects - Standard of Care, Failure Analysis, Construction Documents, Defect, Change Order, Building, Design, Condominium, Hospitality, Casino, gaming, Code Compliance, Contract Document, Field Management, Contract Administration, Commercial, Highrise, Retail, Hotel, Condo-Hotel

With over four decades of experience in architecture, construction, and litigation support, I am a Nationally Board-Certified Architect and a proud American Institute of Architects (AIA) member. My portfolio encompasses multi-billion-dollar projects worldwide—including retail, office, hotel, institutional, aerospace, and mixed-use developments—covering every facet of architectural practice, from design and construction to defect mitigation and resolution of class-action claims. My expertise extends to Luxury Condominium litigation and Casino Gaming Hospitality, where I have provided specialized insights into the unique challenges associated with high-profile, complex developments. These include addressing construction defects, water intrusion, and operational compliance for large-scale residential and hospitality environments. As an expert witness, I have supported plaintiffs and defendants in high-stakes construction defect litigation. My services include field investigations, wa...

Marianna, Florida

Construction, Energy - Wind Power, Solar PV, Solar Concentrate CSP, Battery Storage, Construction Claims, Trenching, Renewable Energy, Heavy Civil, Roads, Highways, Concrete Bridges, Excavation, Earthwork, Underground Utilities, Directional Drilling, Dewatering, Building, Litigation Support, Transmission T-Line, Substation

Nicholas Fiduccia is President and Co-Founder of Due Diligence Professional Services, Inc. a Florida based expert witness service, construction claims specialist and project management consulting firm that focuses its practice on assisting law firms, owners, engineering, construction firms, and contractors performing renewable energy, power, heavy civil, underground utilities, building and other related construction specialties. Nick Fiduccia has successfully consulted and provided litigation support services in matters related to settlement of claims, including both depositions and court appearances associated with projects involving renewable energy, power, heavy civil, underground utilities, building and other related construction specialties. Mr. Fiduccia’s Expert Witness Services center around Claim Development and Litigation Support. EDUCATION Attended St Joseph College, Rensselaer, Indiana LICENSING Class A General Contractor – State of Florida (Inactive) Certified Und...

Hollywood, Florida

Structural Engineering, Construction Engineering - forensic engineering, hurricane damage, civil engineering, building, structural engineering, facade, astm f13, pedestrian safety, Slip and fall, roadway design, Florida Building Code, Construction Disputes, Site Inspections, fire, water intrusion, water damage, premises liability, building envelope, construction defect

Jose Omar Nunez, PE, FRSE, CXLT is a multi-state licensed Professional Engineer and the Principal of Aurora Consulting Group, specializing in the forensic evaluation of structural failures, building envelope breaches, and complex water intrusion cases. Based in Hollywood, FL, he provides expert Cause and Origin determinations for insurance and legal professionals across the Gulf Coast and beyond. Mr. Nunez holds active Professional Engineer (PE) licenses in Florida, Colorado, Louisiana, Alabama, New York, and North Carolina. This multi-state footprint allows him to provide specialized forensic services for regional catastrophe events and complex litigation across state lines. Professional Affiliations He is an active member of several premier industry organizations, including: National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE) International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC) ASTM International, specifically serving on the F13 Committee on Pedestrian/Walkway Safety....

Georgia

Construction, Energy - Wind Power, Solar PV, Solar Concentrate CSP, Battery Storage, Construction Claims, Trenching, Renewable Energy, Heavy Civil, Roads, Highways, Concrete Bridges, Excavation, Earthwork, Underground Utilities, Directional Drilling, Dewatering, Building, Litigation Support, Transmission T-Line, Substation

Nicholas Fiduccia is President and Co-Founder of Due Diligence Professional Services, Inc. a Florida based expert witness service, construction claims specialist and project management consulting firm that focuses its practice on assisting law firms, owners, engineering, construction firms, and contractors performing renewable energy, power, heavy civil, underground utilities, building and other related construction specialties. Nick Fiduccia has successfully consulted and provided litigation support services in matters related to settlement of claims, including both depositions and court appearances associated with projects involving renewable energy, power, heavy civil, underground utilities, building and other related construction specialties. Mr. Fiduccia’s Expert Witness Services center around Claim Development and Litigation Support. EDUCATION Attended St Joseph College, Rensselaer, Indiana LICENSING Class A General Contractor – State of Florida (Inactive) Certified Und...

Cold Spring, New York

Construction, Construction Defects - construction, construction defects, construction delays, construction accidents, construction cost estimation, luxury construction, high end construction, construction safety, construction schedule delays, residential construction, architecture, commercial construction, building, housing, cabinetry

Derek Graham is a forty-year veteran of the construction industry - a construction expert with twenty-three years field experience, and sixteen years experience providing expert witness testimony and litigation consulting services, including construction cost analysis, construction estimation, construction schedule delay and disruption and time impact analysis, job safety, material design and product defects, change order analysis and reconcilement, construction accident causation, slip, trip and fall, architect and contractor standard of care, property damage, and breach of contract. Derek has testified in several states, as well as a number of Federal cases. His work is divided ⅔ for plaintiffs and ⅓ for defendants. Derek’s book Managing Residential Construction Projects: Strategies and Solutions, was published in 2006, by Mcgraw Hill Technical Book Group Derek worked as a high-end carpenter and millworker for his first eight years in the construction industry on over one-hundr...

Glenville, New York

Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering - Building, Highway, Bridge, Structures, pavement, trench, underground, drainage, traffic engineering, temporary traffic control, building envelope, roof, trip and fall, erosion, sewerage, directional boring, soils, trusses, construction vibration, groundwater

Over 1,000 Expert Opinions. Chief Senior Forensic Engineer with a background in Design, Inspection and Construction of Buildings, Bridges, Heavy Highway, and Field Engineering for State Government, Municipal, Institutional, Commercial, and Private sectors; including towers, culverts, and underground infrastructure related to Traditional Civil Engineering and Forensic Engineering and Forensic Investigation. Board-Certified Diplomate Senior Forensic Engineer through the National Academy of Forensic Engineers, Diplomate Building Inspection Engineer and Certified Structural Engineer through the former Structural Engineering Certification Board (2008-2022). Licensed to practice engineering in CT, FL, MA, NC, NH, NJ, NY, OH, PA, VA, VT, WV, and the USVI. Provided Expert Testimony in over dozens of cases and Expert Opinions in over hundreds of cases involving wrongful death, injury, and property damage.

North Carolina

Construction, Energy - Wind Power, Solar PV, Solar Concentrate CSP, Battery Storage, Construction Claims, Trenching, Renewable Energy, Heavy Civil, Roads, Highways, Concrete Bridges, Excavation, Earthwork, Underground Utilities, Directional Drilling, Dewatering, Building, Litigation Support, Transmission T-Line, Substation

Nicholas Fiduccia is President and Co-Founder of Due Diligence Professional Services, Inc. a Florida based expert witness service, construction claims specialist and project management consulting firm that focuses its practice on assisting law firms, owners, engineering, construction firms, and contractors performing renewable energy, power, heavy civil, underground utilities, building and other related construction specialties. Nick Fiduccia has successfully consulted and provided litigation support services in matters related to settlement of claims, including both depositions and court appearances associated with projects involving renewable energy, power, heavy civil, underground utilities, building and other related construction specialties. Mr. Fiduccia’s Expert Witness Services center around Claim Development and Litigation Support. EDUCATION Attended St Joseph College, Rensselaer, Indiana LICENSING Class A General Contractor – State of Florida (Inactive) Certified Und...

South Carolina

Construction, Energy - Wind Power, Solar PV, Solar Concentrate CSP, Battery Storage, Construction Claims, Trenching, Renewable Energy, Heavy Civil, Roads, Highways, Concrete Bridges, Excavation, Earthwork, Underground Utilities, Directional Drilling, Dewatering, Building, Litigation Support, Transmission T-Line, Substation

Nicholas Fiduccia is President and Co-Founder of Due Diligence Professional Services, Inc. a Florida based expert witness service, construction claims specialist and project management consulting firm that focuses its practice on assisting law firms, owners, engineering, construction firms, and contractors performing renewable energy, power, heavy civil, underground utilities, building and other related construction specialties. Nick Fiduccia has successfully consulted and provided litigation support services in matters related to settlement of claims, including both depositions and court appearances associated with projects involving renewable energy, power, heavy civil, underground utilities, building and other related construction specialties. Mr. Fiduccia’s Expert Witness Services center around Claim Development and Litigation Support. EDUCATION Attended St Joseph College, Rensselaer, Indiana LICENSING Class A General Contractor – State of Florida (Inactive) Certified Und...

Houston, Texas

Construction Defects, Construction - Construction Defects, Repair Cost Estimates, Roof and flashing failures, Duty of Care, Damage causation, Code compliance, Project Management, Materials and Methods, Building, Remodeling, Performance standards, cost estimating, Construction Performance Standards, New Construction, Water Damage

Mr. Dan Bawden has an outstanding reputation for winning cases, and over 45 years of residential construction experience. He possesses a unique combination of being a practicing attorney and an accomplished, award-winning builder/remodeler with numerous professional certifications in construction. This makes him a highly credible witness in all facets of residential and light commercial construction. Just as importantly, Mr. Bawden has a musical theatre background, so he thinks fast on his feet, is a clear and charming communicator, and understands the legal aspects of litigation better than other construction experts. Mr. Bawden helped write the NAHB "Residential Construction Performance Guidelines" (6th edition, published August 24, 2022) which is a nationally recognized source for construction performance standards. With experience assisting both homeowners and builders, Mr. Bawden is very effective an excellent and clear communicator, extremely likable and effective befo...