Intellex Acquires Expert by Big Village

We're thrilled to announce that Intellex has acquired Expert by Big Village, effective March 22, 2024. This strategic move enhances our capabilities and strengthens our commitment to delivering exceptional solutions to our customers.

Stay tuned for more updates on how this acquisition will benefit our clients and experts.

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Expert Details

Fire Origin and Cause Investigations, Product Failure Analysis, Subrogation, Product Liability

ID: 725785 Ohio, USA

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Expert applied his extensive background in fire investigation and suppresion operations to conduct over 500 fire and explosion investgations involving various types of structures, processes and vehicles. By remaining objective through his thorough and systematic investigative process, he has established a high level of respect by his peers and clients.

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After a fire had been ruled as accidental by the local fire department, he conducted an independant investigation locating the presence of gasoline in the area of origin. The subsequent investigation saved the client over $100,000.After conducting a systematic and detailed neighborhood canvas, he obtained critical information that identified the insured as being present at the loss location and ultimately being responsible for starting the fire.During the examaintion of an industrial accident scene, he located pieces of evidence that indicated safety features had been defeated by the injured party eliminating exposure to the client.A client had requested the expert to examine a dishwasher that caused over $20,000 in damage to a residential structure for a product failure analysis and potential subrogation against the manufacturer. Upon conduting interviews with the insured and examining the dishwasher, it was determined the the device had been damaged while being transported to the residence. Additionally, the dishwasher had actually been taken from another residence by the insured's family. This saved the client several thousands dollars in expenses associated with a potential subrogation claim.While conducting a investigation of a chimney fire, the expert identified that the fireplace installed two years prior had not been installed per NFPA standards. This $250,000 loss was quickly settled with the installer's carrier after their expert conducted his scene examination.

Education

Year Degree Subject Institution
Year: 2001 Degree: Associates Subject: Public Safety Institution: Sinclair Community College

Work History

Years Employer Title Department
Years: 2006 to Present Employer: Undisclosed Title: Fire and Explosion Investigator Department:
Responsibilities:
He is the owner and senior investigator for Expert and Associates LLC, a forensic analysis company speciallizing in fire and explosion investigations and failure analysis.
Years Employer Title Department
Years: 1996 to Present Employer: Undisclosed Title: Captain Department: Division of Fire
Responsibilities:
Captain Expert currently is assigned as a shift officer responsible for fire and suppression operations. Previously, he was assigned to the Fire Marshal’s Office where he was responsible for fire origin and cause investigations for five years.
Years Employer Title Department
Years: 2002 to 2006 Employer: Crawford Investigation Services, Inc. Title: Fire Investigator Department: Fire and Explosion Unit
Responsibilities:
He was a forensic investigator conducting fire and explosion loss investigations, failure analysis investigations as well as other fraud related investigative activities.

Government Experience

Years Agency Role Description
Years: 1996 to Present Agency: Fire Department Role: Captain Description: Fire Suppression and EMS response operations.

Career Accomplishments

Associations / Societies
IAAI, NAFI, IATIA, OTATIA
Licenses / Certifications
CFI, CFEI, FF I/II

Additional Experience

Expert Witness Experience
He has testified in local, state and federal courts as an expert witness in numerous fire-related cases. Many of his cases have been disposed of during the deposition phase in favor of his clients.
Training / Seminars
With a strong education/instructor background, he has presented numerous training topics to both public, private and international students in the discipline of fire and explosion events. As a master instructor, he has created customized programs for his clients that engaged the learner, improving the overall learning experience.
Vendor Selection
He has networked with many individuals and companys providing expert solutions for many of his clients. He believes that assisting his clients is key to his success regardless of who provides the services.
Marketing Experience
His experience in both the public and private sector has allowed him to learn of various types of industrial settings. Specifically, he has conducted fire and accident related investigations in the steel and paper industries. As a public servant, he is very aware of the importance industry has on the community it resides in.
Other Relevant Experience
Expert also provides consulting services related to failure analysis and subrogation. Expert can provide initial opions as to damages caused by either improper use, installation or product failure. His clients have been able to quickly determine if they truly have a case without incurring large expenses for claims.

Fields of Expertise

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