Forensic and Failure Investigations CTL is often called upon to investigate circumstances or events associated with serviceability or total failure of systems, components, and materials.
Clients request investigations for a variety of reasons.
Although both types of investigation require the formulation of technical opinions by experts, the former may not involve litigation while the second definitely does. Although many firms and registered professionals can perform field investigations and render opinions in regards to their specialized expertise and skills, many lack familiarity with the mechanics of the jurisprudence system. Forensic engineering is the application of the art and science of engineering technology in the jurisprudence system. The procedure for working within the system is far different from and more demanding than the more common practice of offering professional opinions in litigation cases regarding limited specialized expertise. Every professional qualified to perform forensic engineering should be a registered engineer.