J. B. Shepherd & Company, Inc.

Forensic Engineers and Expert Witnesses

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About the firm

J. B. Shepherd & Company, Inc. is a forensic engineering practice providing specialized consulting in mechanical and electrical systems. It provides expert opinions, litigation support, and accident investigation for legal, insurance, and corporate clients.

Established
2012
Team
Micro
Firm type
Forensic Engineering · Electrical Engineering · Mechanical Engineering

Credentials

Florida Certificate of Authorization (CA 31344)

People

Curtis FalanyPresident and Principal Engineer

Miguel RodriguezAssociate Engineer

Louis VanacoreAssociate Engineer

Duane VannAssociate

William BailieAssociate Engineer

Capabilities

Forensic Engineering

Comprehensive engineering investigation, analysis, and expert services for mechanical and electrical failures.

  • Accident Investigation

    In-depth investigation of mechanical and electrical accidents, including fires, explosions, safety failures, injuries, and electrocutions.

  • Cause and Origin Analysis

    Determining the root causes of failure or loss in electrical, electronic, and mechanical systems.

  • Accident Reconstruction

    Reconstructing accidents and losses to clearly communicate complex engineering failures.

  • Expert Witness Testimony

    Providing expert testimony in federal and state litigation, alternative dispute resolution, and regulatory hearings.

Advisory Services

Strategic advisory and risk management services for industrial operations, utilities, and construction practices.

  • Risk Management

    Assisting with the identification of design and operational risks, product liability, and worker safety issues.

  • Claims Administration

    Evaluating claims for losses involving electrical and mechanical equipment, and advising through the settlement process.

  • Process Improvement

    Advising corporations on process and safety improvements based on forensic insights.

Utility Services

Specialized consulting for electric utilities and industrial infrastructure.

  • Utility Real Estate Assistance

    Consulting on right-of-way disputes, electric infrastructure cost analysis, and overhead versus underground comparisons.

  • System Operation and Protection

    Advising on electric utility construction, operations, maintenance methods, and system protection.

Construction & Compliance Consulting

Supporting contractors, builders, and developers with compliance and risk management.

  • Permitting and Code Compliance

    Determining and explaining applicable building codes, electrical codes, and safety standards.

  • Surety Bond Claims

    Providing technical evaluation and support for surety bond claims in the construction industry.

Industries

Legal · Insurance · Electric Utilities · Industrial

Projects

Arc Blast Injury Investigation

Electric Utilities

Project details

Investigation of an accident where an electrical worker was injured by an arc blast, analyzing cause, origin, and safety standard compliance.

Grove Worker Electrical Contact Injury Investigation

Agriculture

Project details

Forensic engineering investigation into an electrical contact injury and fatality involving a grove worker harvesting citrus.

Battery Manufacturing Plant Fire Analysis

Industrial

Project details

Investigation into the cause and origin of an industrial fire at a lead acid battery manufacturing plant.

Wild Lands Fire Electric Utility Allegation Investigation

Electric Utilities

Project details

Forensic analysis of a forest fire alleged to have resulted from overhead electric utility lines.