American Society of Mechanical Engineers
American Society of Saftey Engineers
American Society for Testing Materials
Bar Association of
San Francisco
International Conference of Building Officials
National Association of Professional Accident Reconstruction Specialists
National Fire Protection Association
National Safety Council
Society of Automotive Engineers
Society of Forensic Engineers and Scientists
Phone:
(510) 530-4777
Mobile:
(510) 967-4486
Fax:
(510) 531-3675
Albert J. Ferrari
1000 Elbert Street
Oakland, CA 94602
Head-On Collision Reconstruction
• Which Vehicle crossed the centerline?
• What were the speeds and paths prior to and after impact?
• Were there any Vehicle Code violations?
• Which witness account is most plausible?
• Were the seat belts used and if so, did they function properly?
• Were there any mechanical defects that may have contributed?
• Is the police report accurate?
Vehicular Mechanical Failures
• Did the brakes fail as claimed by the driver?
• If so, why did they fail?
Vehicle Fires
A witness says he saw a fire in a car which had been previously damaged by a fire blamed on an un-fused radio circuit. The fire spread quickly, destroying the carport and other cars.
• What is the fire's cause and origin?
• Could it be due to improper repair or is there evidence of arson?