Bachelors Degree in Industrial (Technology) with an emphasis in automotive and vehicle power systems. In this professional program module, I studied in design, diagnostics and troubleshooting, R&D, fuels and lubrication efficiency research, dynamometer testing, experimental vehicle design, and high-performance modification and efficiency quantification.
Research Papers Include: Vehicle fuel efficiency studies, motorcycle design engineering, and efficiency study, Composite wheelchair design. I had senior projects including the design and installation of a Clayton chassis dynamometer, the BURT air-drive vehicle conversion, and the GM V8 to V4 twin turbo cylinder deactivated engine system.
TECHNICAL BACKGROUND
Accessories
Brakes & Suspension
Chassis
Component Failure
Custom Vehicles
Drive Systems
Engine
Fuel Systems
High Performance
Specific DOT & NHTSA Regulatory Agency Specifications
Shocks & Forks
Suspension Failure
Wheels & Tires
KEY SKILLS
Off-Road Accident & Crash Investigation
Accident Reconstruction
Design
High-Performance Modifications
Insurance Claims
Patent
Precision Measurement
Product Liability
Standards of Care
Racing Rules & Track Safety
Repair Fraud
Restoration
Routine & Out of Scope Maintenance
Warranty Interpretations
ADDITIONAL VEHICLE BACKGROUND
Experimental engines and vehicle components have been engineered under grants from GM and private funded organizations. Three years experience with a major auto tire manufacturer supporting application, sales, installation and warranty functions of aftermarket tires, wheels, and related components. I have two years working at full service and light mechanical service stations.
CASE EXPERIENCE
(Actual names of Clients, companies and law firms protected for confidentiality)
Plaintiff v. Custom Specialty Vehicle Manufacturer
Representing: Plaintiff
Requirements: Knowledge of on and off-road automotive systems, specifications, engine configuration and power output measurement, dynamometer testing, composite parts fabrication and bullet resistance standards
Description: Plaintiff entered into a contract to purchase a specialty vehicle which was not delivered and had complex technical matters.
Outcome: Supported Counsel by planning an audit and by reviewing contractural & technical issues with the vehicle. Research concluded. Case settled.
Plaintiff v. 3 Wheel Vehicle (Trike) Manufacturer
Representing: Plaintiff
Requirements: Repair Fraud; Technical knowledge of motor vehicle engine function and subsystems, exhaust systems and intake system tuning, troubleshooting and diagnostics.
Description: Plaintiff purchased a trike that utilizes a high-performance motorcycle engine for the power plant. The trike had a series of unresolved technical issues related to its power train and emissions control. We researched the vehicle’s problems and gave recommendations and conclusions to the attorney.
Outcome: Submitted Expert Report. Case Settled.
Plaintiff v. Motorized Scooter Manufacturer
Representing: Defendant
Requirements: Patent Infringement Case; Technical knowledge of motor driven Scooters, Patents, Design and Engineering. Review depositions, patent and legal findings, and access design similarities of patented designs.
Description: Plaintiff initiated a suit against a defendant over complaints to E-Bay that the plaintiff was selling patent protected motor scooters. The Defendant is countersuing for financial losses of E-Bay sales over patent violations of the plaintiff’s products.
Outcome: Submitted Expert Report. Case Settled.
Plaintiff v. Major Insurance Company
Representing: Plaintiff
Requirements: Industrial Manufacturing & Off Road Racing; Technical background
in Vehicles, shop machines, and tools, capital equipment, materials and processes, knowledge
of off-road racing, and trophy truck component design.
Description: Plaintiff Suing Insurance Company for repayment of stolen & insured capital equipment, machine equipment, tools, and off-road racing components. The insurance company claimed the plaintiff would not and/or could not have had this equipment in his manufacturing facility and is denied payoff based on possible fraud.
Outcome: Submitted Expert Report. Case won injury trial.