The Expert Newsletter: January 2025 Edition

How Accident Reconstruction Strengthens a Product Liability Case

In the world of product liability, establishing clear and compelling evidence is crucial to proving your case. Whether representing the plaintiff or the defendant, having the right expert witnesses and technical data can make all the difference in securing a favorable outcome.

Accident reconstruction is one of the most valuable tools an attorney can employ in a product liability case…

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ATA Accident Reconsturction Technology - Measurement and Analysis through FARO, PIX4d, and LIDAR 360°

iPhone as a Collection Device

iPhone cameras are getting better and better. LiDAR technology is integrated into the iPhone 12 Pro and newer models, making it possible to create a 3D scan of most subjects with an acceptable fidelity and usefulness for forensic analysis.

Don’t miss April Yergin, Accident Reconstructionist, speak as part of a panel at the Transportation Megaconference introducing the concept of using your cell phone to take quality scans for the purpose of data collection. April will review several phone applications and their pros and cons.

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1-Hr CLE Course

Enhance your expertise with ATA Associates’ 1-hour CLE course, Introduction to Accident Reconstruction. Available in-person or virtually, this course is designed to provide a solid foundation in accident reconstruction, focusing on the scientific and technical methods used to analyze an incident.

Participants will learn about key concepts, such as vehicle dynamics, collision forces, skid marks, and how these elements contribute to determining accident causes…

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Engineering Analysis for Product Liability Litigation

Product liability litigation arises from allegations that a product is defective in its design, manufacturing, or marketing. These claims can involve a wide range of consumer, industrial, and commercial products. In many cases, the outcome of litigation depends on a clear, technically sound understanding of how a product was designed, how it was manufactured, and how it performed in real-world use.

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ATA working in the petrochemical sector.

ATA Associates Expands Petrochemical Forensic Engineering Services

ATA Associates (ATA) was founded in 1974 by Robert Swint while he was working at NASA. From its inception, the firm focused on accident reconstruction and forensic engineering. Early work emphasized transportation and marine incidents, fields in which ATA quickly earned a strong reputation. Today, ATA is widely recognized and respected as a leader in forensic engineering investigations across complex and high-risk industries.

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