Broken Theory
R. Scott King, BSME :::: Case Synopsis: A commercial vehicle operator was fatally injured when his truck overturned at the bottom of a long descent. After the incident, investigators discovered…
The Double Whammy
Johann F. Szautner, P.E, P.L.S. :::: Case Synopsis: The lawn needed to be mowed. As the plaintiff walked from the driveway onto the lawn, and bent down to pick up…
There is a Satellite in My Sewer Pipe
Marlin E. Buckley, Registered Master Plumber :::: Case Synopsis: An elderly homeowner purchased television service from one of the major satellite service providers. As has been successfully done in thousands…
Airbag Deployment Moot Despite Faulty Sensor
R. Scott King, BSME, Automotive / Mechanical Engineer :::: Case Synopsis: A passenger in a late model Toyota vehicle was seriously injured when the operator lost control of the vehicle…
He said, She said: Let the evidence speak for itself.
Case Synopsis: A motorcycle and pickup truck were traveling in the same direction on a four-lane roadway. As the pickup truck was entering an intersection, another vehicle turned in front…
Operator Actions on Descent Suggest Driver Error
Case Synopsis: Safely descending a long grade in a commercial truck requires more than just a properly functioning braking system: it also requires careful operating procedures and familiarity with the…
Unexpected Platform Tilt Leads to Injuries
Case Synopsis: A truck driver was injured while making a routine delivery to a supermarket that had a dock lift for unloading freight. The dock lift had a hydraulically powered…
Faulty Face Shield Proves Dangerous
Case Synopsis: A young boy was engaged in an afternoon of paint ball games. He had recently purchased a new face mask that promised to protect his eyes with its…
Catastrophic Chamber Failure in Rifle
James M. Gannalo / Forensic Firearms Examiner :::: An experienced hunter was severely injured when the chamber of his rifle failed and blew apart inches from his face. The catastrophic…
