FORENSIC ENGINEERING & LOSS CONSULTING
 
Recognized as a leader in the field of structural engineering, LERA is called upon by attorneys, insurance companies, and their clients to investigate problems that arise on construction projects. Drawing upon our 100-year history of successful and innovative designs for a wide range of complex projects, we seek out the root causes of structural defects, performance issues, and collapses, and provide sound and reliable advice to our clients. Our services include investigations, litigation support services, expert testimony, risk assessments, design of remedial measures for damaged or poorly performing structures, and development of graphic tools that help legal teams explain things to triers-of-fact.

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SERVICE LEADER
Benjamin M. Cornelius, Partner | P.E., C.E., S.E., M.L.S.E.
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EXPERIENCE
LERA is currently the lead structural engineer for more than $12 billion and 50 million square feet of construction, worldwide. Our forensic engineers are experienced members of construction project teams, who understand the complexities of the design and construction processes and bring this experience to bear in the firm’s forensic work.

CLARITY
Problems that arise on construction projects can be complicated. LERA is committed to providing our clients with clear, reliable advice, so they understand the technical and operational issues underlying structural problems and can make sensible decisions in preparing for and navigating disputes. LERA frequently develops three-dimensional models and animations to help clients and triers-of-fact understand complex issues.

CREDIBILITY
The breadth and depth of LERA’s experience with complex, challenging projects worldwide, combined with our reputation for design excellence, gives our forensic engineers a unique level of credibility in their evaluations of construction projects.