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…
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…
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…
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…
