Blog Posts
Reconstructing Multi-Vehicle Collisions (a.k.a. “eating” an elephant)
Steven M. Schorr, PE :::: They typically happen in winter, during snow storms, when visibility and road conditions are poor. We are talking about multi-vehicle collisions. Not just three or…
A Common But Preventable Bicycle Accident
Johann F. Szautner, D.I.,P.E.,P.L.S. :::: Collision with an automobile is a hazard a bicyclist faces in an urban environment; however, it’s a relatively uncommon occurrence. A majority of bicycle accidents…
Curt’s Corner: Fast Fact
According to the federal government, per miles traveled in 2007, the number of deaths on motorcycles was about 37 times the number in cars. Forty-two percent of 2-vehicle fatal motorcycle…
Autodesk Testing Program
Hugh B. Borbidge, BSME, Director of Engineering Animations, and Jon W. Adams, 3D Modeling Specialist, attended the Autodesk Testing Program and gained Autodesk Professional-level Certification on Auto CAD 2012 Software.…
U.S. DOT National Highway Traffic Safety Administration 49 CFR Part 563 rule
EDRs have become an integral part of many collision investigations and product liability litigation actions, proving their value many times over. However, because this technology evolved in a legislative vacuum,…
Key-less ignitions linked to three carbon monoxide-related deaths
Keyless ignition systems are an increasingly popular automotive feature. First seen on high end luxury vehicles, these systems are now appearing as optional, and in some cases standard, equipment on…
Steven Schorr & Scott King author article: Beyond Black Boxes
Steven M. Schorr, PE and R. Scott King, BSME recently published an article in the February 2011 Issue of Trial Magazine entitled Beyond Black Boxes. For additional information, contact Joy…
Tom Griffiths, Ed.D, Nationally Renowned Aquatics Expert, is Featured Speaker at Seminars
Tom Griffiths, Ed.D, Aquatics Safety Expert with DJS Associates, Inc. recently taught all three levels of Aquatic Risk Management for the National Aquatic Management school sponsored by the National Parks…
Evaluation of Police Speed Analysis in a Criminal “Rollover” Case
Steven M. Schorr, PE :::: Case Synopsis: An ATV being operated at night, on a dark, dirt roadway, in a mountainous area rolled over crushing and killing an occupant riding…
