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AA-04 · Structural & Specialty

Forensic Engineering

Hundreds of forensic investigations. Clear, client-focused reports. Experts who can explain it in court.

Forensic Engineering
01 · Overview

We frequently assist parties to construction and warranty disputes — condominium corporations, lawyers, insurers, contractors and developers. CEL specializes in expert witness testimony on structural, building envelope and fenestration deficiencies.

Our engineers have been licensed and practising for decades and are fluent in both past and current codes. Reports speak to what is actionable from your perspective — answering the question you actually asked.

02 · Scope

What we do

01

Forensic investigation & reports

Root-cause determination for structural, envelope and fenestration failures.

02

Expert witness testimony

Including deposition and cross-examination planning support.

03

Claim validation

Independent technical review of construction and warranty claims.

04

Mortgage & transaction reports

Engineering letters and reports for financing and sale.

03 · Clients

Who we do this for

LawyersInsurersProperty ownersCondo corporationsContractors
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