PRACTICE AREAS
Mechanical Failure Analysis
Automotive Forensics & Diagnostics
Post-Accident Vehicle Inspections
Determining the root cause of a mechanical failure is critical in accident claims and service-related disputes. Dan investigates engine, brake, steering, suspension, and drivetrain systems to identify whether failures resulted from wear, neglect, improper repair, or design flaws.
Post-Accident Vehicle Inspections
Automotive Forensics & Diagnostics
Post-Accident Vehicle Inspections
Timely, detailed inspections following a collision can preserve vital evidence. Dan performs comprehensive vehicle assessments to document damage, capture event data, and identify mechanical conditions that may have contributed to or resulted from an incident.
Automotive Forensics & Diagnostics
Automotive Forensics & Diagnostics
Automotive Forensics & Diagnostics
Dan applies forensic methodology and advanced diagnostic tools to uncover what happened and why. From sensor data to component failure patterns, his findings provide objective, technical clarity that supports legal strategy and discovery.
Repair Facility Standards & Shop Safety
Repair Facility Standards & Shop Safety
Repair Facility Standards & Shop Safety
When claims involve improper repairs or injuries within a shop environment, Dan assesses whether standard procedures, OSHA guidelines, and industry best practices were followed. His insight is especially valuable in service negligence or injury-related cases.
Vehicle Appraisals & Valuation Disputes
Repair Facility Standards & Shop Safety
Repair Facility Standards & Shop Safety
Disagreements over vehicle value—before or after an incident—require impartial appraisal. Dan provides certified valuations for personal vehicles, fleets, and RVs, offering defensible reports in cases involving diminished value, repair disputes, or total loss claims.
Service Negligence Investigations
Repair Facility Standards & Shop Safety
Service Negligence Investigations
Dan investigates whether mechanical issues were caused or worsened by substandard service. His experience with shop operations and repair protocols allows him to identify errors in diagnostics, missed issues, or failure to follow proper procedures.
Areas of expertise
Heavy Duty Trucks
Off Road Equipment
Heavy Duty Trucks
Dan has a professional background in repairing and teaching Heavy Duty Truck repair. ASE Master Certified in Heavy Duty Truck Repair including L2 Advanced Diagnostics.
Shop Safety
Off Road Equipment
Heavy Duty Trucks
Dan has over 35+ years working in a professional automotive and truck environment including teaching shop safety and procedures to post secondary students.
Off Road Equipment
Off Road Equipment
Recreational Vehicles
Dan has experience both operating and repairing off road equipment such as backhoes, bulldozers, and other earth moving equipment. Dan operated and maintained construction equipment in both the military and civilian fields.This includes teaching Hydraulic repair and safety.
Recreational Vehicles
Recreational Vehicles
Recreational Vehicles
Dan's work history includes repairing, modifying, and using Recreational Vehicles and Trailers.
Power Sports
Recreational Vehicles
ADAS and Recalls
Dan is well versed in most aspects of Power Sports especially the use, maintenance, and dangers of popular equipment like side by sides and UTVs.
ADAS and Recalls
Recreational Vehicles
ADAS and Recalls
Dan's training and repair history includes factory recalls and he is up to date on the newest use, repair, and calibrations of Advanced Driver Assist Systems. This includes actual hands-on experience calibrating and repairing ADAS systems.