Expert Details
Intellectual Property, Patents, Validity/Invalidity, Infringement/Noninfringement, Product Liability
ID: 731697
Michigan, USA
His technical knowledge spans automotive systems, crash pulse analysis, electronic components, and safety systems such as airbags, seatbelts, and warning sensors. He has hands-on experience with the design and analysis of crash recorders and other safety technologies. Additionally, his work extends to fire cause analysis, field investigations, and the implementation of design changes to reduce product liability exposure.
In intellectual property, Expert has provided litigation support in patent infringement and validity cases, involving complex technologies like telecommunications, microprocessors, and automotive systems. He has participated in Markman hearings, patent disputes, and International Trade Commission (ITC) cases, delivering expert reports, depositions, and testimony. His work includes analyzing prior art, patentability, and developing claim charts for federal cases.
Education
| Year | Degree | Subject | Institution |
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| Year: 2002 | Degree: MBA | Subject: Electrical Engineering | Institution: University of Michigan |
| Year: 1993 | Degree: BS | Subject: Electrical and Computer Engineering | Institution: Wayne State University |
| Year: 1991 | Degree: MS | Subject: Electrical Engineering | Institution: Wayne State University |
| Year: 1984 | Degree: BS | Subject: Chemical Engineering | Institution: Wayne State University |
Work History
| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
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| Years: 2010 to Present | Employer: Undisclosed | Title: Principal | Department: |
Responsibilities:Technical consulting practice conducting objective expert analysis, research, and investigation of all aspects of Intellectual Property including: Patents, Products and Technologies, Product Liability, Defect Investigation, Regulatory Compliance, and Forensic Analyses. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 2010 to Present | Employer: Undisclosed | Title: Chief Scientist Office / Invention Evaluation Committee / Computer Engineer | Department: U.S. Army R&D Center |
Responsibilities:• Develop innovative arguments for a wide range of technologies across electrical, computer, mechanical, chemical, robotic, automotive, and other disciplines.• Draft and negotiate complex joint research and development contracts and licenses with defense contractors, universities, and other entities. • Educate and mentor departments, businesses, and contractors on intellectual property and legal matters. • Review procurement contracts and provide legal guidance. • Develop invention disclosures, write patent applications, respond to office actions, and conduct searches and infringement analyses. • Extensive experience with ITAR, FAR, and DoD government contracts, including data rights and restrictions. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 2009 to 2010 | Employer: Vivacqua Laq | Title: Associate | Department: |
Responsibilities:Represented clients in all intellectual property aspects of electrical, chemical, software, and automotive components. Clients included General Motors and Adco products.• Developed the patent portfolio for U.S applications, Patent Cooperation Treaty, and international filings. • Defended and prosecuted trademarks/trade secrets. • Conducted prior art searches, analysis, and opinions, and determined best design alternatives and solutions. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 2008 to 2009 | Employer: Raytheon, General Dynamics | Title: Risk and Decision Analysis/Principal Systems Manager | Department: |
Responsibilities:Modular Brigade Enhancements for a U.S. Government Customer located at the US Army Arsenal in Warren, Michigan. Responsible for drafting overall contractual requirements and contract fulfillment. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 2007 to 2007 | Employer: Dechert LLP | Title: Litigation Associate | Department: |
Responsibilities:• Conducted IP litigation, including discovery, motion practice, trial, and settlement procedures.• Analyzed complex agreements, licenses, patent pools, acquisitions, and sales related to intellectual property. • Drafted and reviewed commercial contracts, focusing on antitrust, bankruptcy, mergers & acquisitions. • Developed and implemented trial strategies, including offensive and defensive legal arguments. • Handled dispute resolution, negotiations, and settlements. • Prepared legal documents such as motions, memos, and summary judgments. • Analyzed hearings, expert reports, depositions, trials, and claim constructions for litigation strategy. • Represented clients in IP matters involving electrical, chemical, software, and computer technologies. • Managed licensing, standard boards, joint development agreements, USPTO matters, and infringement analyses. • Handled cases across State, Federal, and International Trade Commission jurisdictions. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 1999 to 2007 | Employer: Dechert LLP | Title: Technical Case Manager | Department: Ford Design Analysis |
Responsibilities:• Managed nationwide automotive product liability matters from claim through trial.• Conducted discovery, motion practice, and overall case management. • Developed trial strategies and consistent discovery responses. • Led eDiscovery procedures and establish discovery policy and strategy. • Participated in dispute resolution, negotiations, trials, and settlements. • Directed technical case management for over 300 cases. Conducted legal and technical analysis of lawsuits and claims. • Evaluated corporate liability exposure. • Educated Ford's Office of General Counsel and local counsel on high-dollar claims and legal strategies. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 1995 to 1999 | Employer: Ford Motor Company | Title: Engineering Technical Manager | Department: |
Responsibilities:• Led cross-functional teams for the design, development, testing, and implementation of advanced-technology systems.• Developed design verification plans, engineering specifications, failure modes and effects analyses, control plans, and product validation plans. • Designed and developed products and systems to meet specified requirements. • Utilized Six Sigma Black Belt expertise and ensured compliance with QS/ISO 9000 & 14000, TS 16949, and other quality and process standards. • Designed and analyzed electrical system architectures, including CAN, LIN, MOST, Byteflight, IDB1394, Flexray, and Bluetooth. • Gained in-depth experience with vehicle diagnostics, OBDII interfaces, and vehicle communication protocols. • Collaborated with global teams, including Mazda in Japan, Ford of Europe, Ford of Mexico, suppliers, and assembly plants. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 1993 to 1995 | Employer: General Motors Corporation | Title: Senior Project Engineer | Department: |
Responsibilities:• Developed advanced research contracts, statements of work, and technology transfer agreements for new engineering projects.• Led the design, development, testing, and release of safety, sensing, and electrical systems. • Ensured overall system performance met FMVSS, corporate, and do-care requirements. • Reported and presented issues and recommended next steps to senior management. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 1992 to 1993 | Employer: AlliedSignal Automotive | Title: Senior Project Engineer | Department: |
Responsibilities:Negotiated and developed contracts, statements of work and comprehensive design and testing requirements for complete restraint system development for domestic, Asian, and European suppliers and customers. |
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Career Accomplishments
| Associations / Societies |
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| Six Sigma Black Belt – American Society for Quality & International Quality Federation. |
| Licenses / Certifications |
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| • Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) • Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) • Certified in Accident Reconstruction |
Additional Experience
| Expert Witness Experience |
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| He has served as an expert witness and corporate representative in state and federal courts nationwide, handling all aspects of discovery, depositions, and trial testimonies. He has been directly involved in more than 300 product liability litigation cases, offering in-depth evaluations of high-value claims and lawsuits. |