When fire sprinkler systems activate and/or release water we are frequently retained to determine if the systems worked as intended. In the course of these investigations there are common questions…
When fire sprinkler systems activate and/or release water we are frequently retained to determine if the systems worked as intended. In the course of these investigations there are common questions…
Falls are the most common type of incident associated with hospital beds, however pressure injuries and entrapments are also notable safety concerns. In this article, Christian Mongrain, Doctor of…
In this short article, the experts at Robson Forensic provide an overview of parking lot design. The graphic provided highlights some of the common design elements we encounter through our casework,…
When food products are contaminated with the hazards of bacteria, parasites, or viruses, depending on the nature and extent of the contamination, foodborne illness can occur in single individuals…
Concrete cracking in new construction is one of the most common matters encountered in construction defect litigation. A crack can be an indication that something went wrong. What it does not tell you…
For the person operating a vessel, whether it be a large commercial vessel or a small recreational boat, safe navigation involves maintaining situational awareness, which includes but is not limited…
Over the past decade, infant and child deaths related to synthetic opioids, mainly fentanyl, have been on the rise. Many times, these children are either active with child welfare at the time of their…
This article provides an overview of wood truss systems with a focus on how and why these systems can fail during erection. Wood Truss System Failures The civil/structural engineers at Robson Forensic…
Typically group homes and other residential facilities for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities do not provide medical care. Rather, non-medical direct support professionals are…
A frequently asked question in any type of case where video evidence is being used is whether footage has been edited. That is, whether portions of the footage have been intentionally removed. Even in…
Architects commit significant resources to designing and ensuring that walkways are built to accommodate humans of all abilities, yet slips, trips, and falls remain one of the most common case types…
In this article, foster care expert Abigail Rich, LCSW, provides an overview of the process by which children are placed, reunified and/or removed from unsafe living environments into safe…
Sexual violence and abuse occur in all types of educational settings. The confined physical environment and the supervision needs on school buses and school vans can make them a common location…
In this article, the electrical engineers at Robson Forensic provide an introduction to Lithium Ion Polymer (LiPo) batteries. The discussion includes an explanation of the technology, the applications…
The failure of ADA-compliant grab bars can result in serious injury. This article provides a technical overview of grab bar failures from an engineering perspective, focusing on load requirements as…