A forklift falling from a loading dock can cause significant injuries or death. Two of the most common causes of these incidents that we see in our forensic casework involve either an unsecured…
A forklift falling from a loading dock can cause significant injuries or death. Two of the most common causes of these incidents that we see in our forensic casework involve either an unsecured…
Marinas and boatyards have numerous day to day hazards not found in many other publicly accessible areas. Electric Shock Drowning (ESD) is an example of one such hazard. This article explains the…
In this article, expert witnesses specializing in child safety though playground inspections and child supervision discuss the standards and guidelines relevant to playground injuries associated with…
In this article, Childcare Operations Expert, Elizabeth Rodano, Ed.D., C.P.S.I., reviews the standard of care for supervising young children on the playground in childcare facilities and early…
The use of brick as a building material on stairs and walkways is common in some regions of the country but can present certain safety issues without proper installation, inspection and maintenance.…
Transportation accommodation plans may exist as part of a student’s IEP (Individualized Education Program) to establish specific requirements for safely transporting a student. This article…
This article provides an overview of the engineering considerations for designing an effective roadway lighting system, as well as the requirements for maintaining the system and the nuances of…
Sliding gate systems present a variety of hazards that can cause significant injury if not properly guarded and maintained. Whether motorized or manually-powered, these systems typically include heavy…
In this article, Civil/Highway Engineer, Thomas Lyden provides an overview of roadside Clear Zones as they relate to roadway departure crashes. His discussion includes the hazard of obstacles in the…
School buses require ongoing diligence from drivers and transportation managers to ensure that students remain safe at each stage of the journey. The bus stop itself represents a point of…
In this article, Social Work Expert, Abigail Rich reviews the standards of care that apply to residential substance abuse treatment facilities. Litigation involving residential substance abuse…
In this short article, the highway engineering experts at Robson Forensic provide an overview of parking lot design. The graphic provided highlights some of the common design elements we encounter…
Traumatic spinal cord injuries (SCIs) are commonly associated with loss of body functions that adversely impacts autonomy, social life, and finances, and can incur lifetime costs often reaching…
The forensic evaluation of “use of force” for retail security guards will consider a variety of factors relevant to the circumstances of the incident. Factors including state and local…
In this article, Mechanical Engineer & Industrial Machinery Expert, Joshua Bostick, discusses the incidence of injuries involving overhead doors. His discussion includes an overview of overhead…