Why Attorneys Need Forensic Architects
Mixed Use Center
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Florida Bar Approved | 1.5 General CLE Credits
In premises liability cases, the details matter. A worn walking surface, improper stair geometry, an overlooked exit-route condition, or the wrong edition of a building code can significantly affect an investigation.
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In this 69-minute Florida Bar-approved CLE program, Dr. E. William Henry and the RGA Design Forensics team examine how forensic architects help attorneys investigate property conditions, interpret building and accessibility requirements, and evaluate physical evidence.
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Drawing on practical examples involving sidewalks, parking facilities, cruise ships, theme parks, and existing buildings, the discussion explores site inspections, evidence preservation, incident causation, expert testimony, and when additional specialists should be involved.
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Understand what forensic architects can contribute to your next premises liability case—and how to make better use of their expertise.
Meet the Speakers
​Dr. E. William Henry, Ph.D.
Managing Director of RGA Design Forensics, Dr. E. William Henry holds a Ph.D. in Architecture from the University of Pennsylvania. With over 40 years of architectural experience, he has been involved in more than 1,000 cases and over 200 trials and depositions, bringing extensive expertise in forensic architecture and expert witness testimony.
Zoe Gaik, LEED GA
Architectural Code Analyst and Designer at RGA Design, Zoe Gaik holds the LEED Green Associate credential and has approximately nine years of experience with the firm. Her work includes building-code research, site inspections, and forensic investigations involving accessibility, life safety, and building conditions.
Connor Coughlin, M.Arch, AIA
Connor Coughlin is a graduate of the University of South Florida's architecture program and serves as host and moderator of Ask the Building Doctor. He guides discussions on forensic architecture, expert witness testimony, premises liability investigations, building codes, and the role of architectural expertise in litigation.