Architecture Expert Witness | Design Liability Support

Design Decisions, Legally Dissected

Architectural errors often appear long after a project is complete—resulting in costly litigation, delays, and disputes over liability. At Expert Witness Construction, we provide forensic analysis and expert testimony on design-related failures that impact safety, code compliance, usability, and performance. From load miscalculations and ADA violations to envelope design flaws and improper space planning, our experts pinpoint where the design process broke down.

We work alongside attorneys, insurers, developers, and contractors to review construction documents, assess standard of care, and deliver unbiased findings rooted in building codes and architectural practice. Whether you’re litigating a high-rise facade dispute, residential code deficiency, or commercial layout issue, we present facts that hold up under courtroom scrutiny. With decades of field experience and courtroom credibility, our assessments help clarify liability and support successful legal outcomes.

We analyze architectural drawings and construction specifications to identify areas where they fall short of local building codes, ADA accessibility requirements, or environmental compliance standards. These oversights can lead to costly delays, legal disputes, or unsafe conditions if not addressed early. Our expert evaluations pinpoint design flaws and code violations, providing the technical clarity needed to support legal action, insurance claims, or corrective planning before construction begins or after issues arise.

Architecture in Legal Claims & Defense

We assist in resolving disputes that stem from flawed architectural plans, incomplete construction documents, and violations of the professional standard of care. These issues can lead to costly construction errors, delays, or legal exposure. Our expert witness reports provide a clear connection between design decisions and the consequences they produce in the built environment. By bridging the gap between architectural intent and legal scrutiny, we help attorneys, insurers, and clients pursue informed and effective resolutions.

Full drawing and spec analysis
Building code compliance review
ADA and life safety evaluation
Sequence and plan coordination issues
Change order documentation audit
Oversight responsibility identification
Peer review of licensed architect work

Blueprints Reviewed, Liability Exposed

We help resolve disputes involving flawed architectural plans, incomplete construction documents, and breaches of the professional standard of care. These design-related issues often lead to construction defects, delays, or safety risks. Our expert reports clarify how errors in design contribute to real-world problems, bridging the gap between architectural practice and legal proceedings to support fair, well-documented resolutions in court or mediation.