Forensic investigation services

It happens. Foundations, pavement systems, and other building components can fail to live up to expectations. Property may be damaged -- or worse -- people may be injured. Third parties may claim damages due to the alleged impact of your operations or construction activities, when in fact, your operations had little or nothing to do with their perceived problem. When these situations arise, you need a trusted partner to help analyze these issues and help guide you through the problem.

Bowser-Morner’s skilled team of geotechnical engineers and materials consultants is experienced in working with parties impacted by failures and damage claims.

Our broad knowledge of construction, manufacturing, and industrial processes, coupled with our years of experience analyzing local subsurface conditions and materials, allows our experts to isolate the root causes.  We can assess their likely impact on the situation and provide solutions for preventing similar failures down the road.

Forensic services offered include evaluation and investigation of:

  • Foundation settlements, tilting, or failure
  • Retaining wall failures
  • Slope or embankment failures
  • Pavement failures
  • Damage of structures and pavements due to utility installation
  • Sheetpile and dock bulkhead failures
  • Insurance claims
  • Failure of structural components


Key Personnel

President, Sr. Geotechnical & Materials Consultant / Director, Field Services Division View Bio