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Howe & Associates, Inc. draws from the experience gained through more than 3,500 expert designations in a wide variety of construction defect and claims litigations. Leveraging from this considerable body of experience, BHA provides construction related trial support and expert services to the nation’s most recognized construction litigation practitioners, Fortune 500 builders, commercial general liability carriers, owners, construction practice groups, and a variety of state and local government agencies.     Construction Defects and ClaimsProject Experience U.C. Riverside Science Library A project involving the catastrophic failure of large-diameter underground air-conditioning chiller lines and the resulting settlement of fill materials, attendant water damage to adjacent structures, and loss of use. Bert L. Howe & Associates developed repair and damage evaluations which were instrumental in the successful prosecution of subsequent subrogation action. Lish Residence Located in Twinsburg, Ohio, the claim involves EIFS exterior cladding, alleged window issues, and other building code deficiencies. Bert L. Howe & Associates, Inc. performed an evaluation of the plans, construction documents, and installation. Bert L. Howe & Associates, Inc. observed and documented removal and replacement of system. UCLA Northwest Housing Complex A project involving the recently completed Northwest Housing Complex on the UCLA campus. The complex consists of 3 multi-story residential units and a large, five-story multipurpose facility encompassing classrooms, auditoriums, a food facility, and campus support services. Repairs and damages amounting to $18,000,000 were addressed and included alleged deficiencies in structural and fire-resistive systems and failures in exterior waterproofing systems and materials resulting in water intrusion and mold growth. Las Vegas Club, Las Vegas Nevada A $5,000,000 remediation analysis of EIFS cladding and related exterior fenestration at the hotel tower portion of the casino. Specialized protocols were developed in order to accomplish exterior repairs without disruption of normal hotel and casino operations and to minimize street-level impact on guests. Special fenestration components and related interface details were developed in order to integrate repairs at the South Wall Facade while maintaining a continuous one-hour minimum fire-rating at this area. San Bernardino County Medical Center A $251,000,000 regional medical center constructed in San Bernardino County, California. Claims included alleged failure of terrazzo flooring materials and water damages and mold contamination related to shower membrane leaks in patient rooms. Repair protocols developed by Bert L. Howe & Associates were implemented resulting in substantial savings to insurers and continual, uninterrupted hospital operations during mold abatement remediation and repair. Dickens Senior Housing Project, Sherman Oaks California A project involving water intrusion at a senior citizen condominium facility. The complex consists of a two-story wood-framed structure over a combination above- and below-grade, cast-in-place concrete parking structure. Claims included water intrusion through roofing assemblies, stucco wall and window systems, and membrane waterproofing materials at public courtyards and walkways over the parking structure. Special repair protocols were developed with regard to sound and dust mitigation and a sophisticated relocation schedule was prepared in order to minimize resident discomfort and displacement. Banning’s Landing Community Center, Wilmington, Port of Los Angeles A $5,000,000 state-of-the-art multipurpose cultural and meeting facility located in the port community of Wilmington, California. Claims arose from damages caused by prolonged weather exposure resulting from numerous construction delays. Due to complex design elements and the interpolation of multiple architectural, structural, and material finish elements, the development of repair protocols presented BHA with unique challenges. Adding to the complexity of the project was the complete remediation of the center prior to BHA involvement, which forced a heavy reliance on construction documents and project logs. Mission Ridge Apartments, Las Vegas Nevada A $9,000,000 project involving a 256-unit, 16-building apartment complex in Las Vegas, Nevada. Repair and damage evaluations were developed relative to significant deterioration of exterior stucco wall systems, correlating to multiple contributing sources. BHA provided in-depth analysis of leak history documents, historical photographs of previously repaired damage, and deficiency listings and repair recommendations developed during mediation. As a result of this analysis, BHA was able to successfully allocate responsibility to multiple sources outside the insured’s scope of work, resulting in a savings to the carrier in excess of 96% off the mediation demand. Union Bank Plaza, Los Angeles A $1,000,000 renovation and tenant improvement project encompassing the street level plaza and mezzanine promenade fronting the Union Bank building in downtown Los Angeles. Repair and damage evaluations were developed relating to failed substrate topping slab materials, horizontal and vertical waterproof membrane systems over a subterranean garage, and the failed application of granite pavers and building wainscot cladding. Senior Systems Technology, Palmdale California A project involving the failure of the slab-on-grade in a $7,000,000 high-tech computer manufacturing facility and the resulting damage to sophisticated static electricity-dissipating flooring systems. Southern California 5415 East La Palma Avenue Anaheim Hills, California 92807 Phone: [714] 701-9180 Fax: [714] 701-9182 San Jose - Northern California Region 2033 Gateway PlaceFifth Floor San Jose, California 95110 Phone: [408] 850-2139 Fax: [408] 850-0178 Bay Area Offices 6200 Stoneridge Mall RoadThird FloorPleasanton, California 94588 Phone: [925] 218-4589 Fax: [925] 218-33972121 N. California BoulevardSuite 290Walnut Creek, California 94596Phone: [925] 974-3610Fax: [925] 974-3506 Southern Nevada Offices 7251 West Lake Mead Blvd., Suite 304Las Vegas, Nevada 89128 Phone: [866] 705-6964Fax: [702] 562-4001 Southern Region Offices 2375 E. Camelback RoadFifth FloorPhoenix, Arizona 85016Phone: [800] 305-6440Fax: [800] 305-93734801 Woodway DriveSuite 300 EastHouston, Texas 77056Phone: [713] 264-8221Fax: [713] 264-8219 Central Region Offices 4600 South SyracuseNinth FloorDenver, Colorado 80237Phone: [800] 248-4096Fax: [800] 303-7176General Contracting When investigating a construction defect claim, credibility counts. The credibility of our General Contracting and cost-estimating experts has been firmly established by the experience gained in managing a wide variety of commercial, residential, and public construction defect claims. At BHA, clients also benefit from the diverse claims related knowledge base of our technical staff. Our in-house resources consist of recognized experts in the fields of Architecture, General Contracting, Remedial Construction Estimating, Civil / Structural Engineering, Roofing and Waterproofing, as well as a wide variety of other construction related disciplines. The latest technology is employed in support of our experts group. Proven cost development methods, as well as computer supported quantification software, assist our team in developing reliable, accurate repair cost estimates. This convergence of experience and technology translates to the best possible outcome for our clients, and allows us to provide the highest quality litigation support services while minimizing expert support costs. The approach at BHA is to provide a single point of reference for the construction claims professional. Find out how our extensive General Contracting / Cost Estimating experience can work for you. Contact us today in order to arrange for an initial consultation or for discussion of any of our services. Forensic Architecture At BHA success is measured on a case-by-case basis. Using our knowledge, credibility and expertise to achieve the best possible outcome is our goal. Through the various stages of discovery, expert exchange, mediation, and trial, the Architects Group at BHA is adept at dealing with the myriad issues surrounding construction defect litigation. With years serving the dispute resolution needs of building owners, insurers and attorneys, we are experienced in all aspects of construction claims support. Our staff architects hold credentials in California, Arizona, and Nevada, and include examiners from the State of California Architectural Review Board. As leaders in the construction forensics industry, BHA has a proven track record of mitigating settlement costs by providing precise valuation of actual damages. Our design professionals are known for innovative repair and scheduling concepts that provide reasonable remediation costs and conform to the highest professional standards. Contact us today in order to arrange for an initial consultation or for discussion of any of our services.Building Envelope The building envelope is a critical component of any facility since it both protects the building occupants and plays a major role in regulating the indoor environment. The building envelope can be considered the selective pathway for a building to work with the climate-responding to heating, cooling, ventilating, and natural lighting needs. The experts group at BHA can draw from a group of Licensed General Building / Engineering Contractors and Registered architects whose focus is the investigation, testing and analysis of building envelope systems. The firm has provided analysis and expert witness testimony on a wide variety of construction defect litigations involving building envelope and curtain wall issues. Bert L. Howe & Associates, Inc. has provided expert testimony, investigation, testing, consultation, and analysis on a multitude of building envelope related litigation claims. In connection the firm is retained by a number of the country's largest publicly traded builders, county, state and local agencies, building and facilities owners, property management firms, commercial general liability carriers, legal professionals, owners, and construction practice groups. Project experience includes Hospital / Medical, Universities, Offices, Hotels, Multi and Single Family Residential, High End Custom, Mid / High Rise, Retail, Commercial, Industrial, Educational, and Institutional facilities.Civil & Structural Engineering Group The Engineering Group at BHA is eminently qualified to analyze design and construction defect allegations. We have provided civil and structural engineering consultation to all types of clients, including insurers, private adjusters, attorneys, owners, private firms, HOAs, and public agencies. Our engineering group provides: site investigation, documentation and quantification of site conditions, presentation and refutation of technical evidence on a wide array of residential, commercial, and public projects. Our credentialed experts can develop and critique structural and civil repair specifications, and have given testimony in a number of construction defect trials. Contact us today to arrange for an initial consultation or for discussion of any of our services. Roofing and Waterproofing Experts Many construction defect claims involve allegations of water or moisture intrusion. Having the ability to understand the precise mechanisms of failure and to apportion liability accordingly is crucial to effective representation at trial. Our roofing and waterproofing division brings a remarkable claims support history and years of field experience to the table. We have developed proven methods of determining actual damages, and repair valuation methods geared to the rapid resolution of disputes. BHA experts have been instrumental in proposing repair and remediation techniques that through their efficiency can produce reasonable settlement costs. We have testified to standards, costs, materials, repair methodology, specifications, resultant damage, and liability apportionment. Contact us today to arrange for an initial consultation or for discussion of any of our services. Construction Claims Consultants Trial Support, Expert Witness Personnel  John Springman Master of Architecture, University of IllinoisLicensed Architect, CaliforniaLicensed Architect, ColoradoLicensed Architect, NevadaLicensed Architect, TexasNCARB CertificationCalifornia Supplemental Examination Commissioner, California State Board of Architects Email: johns@berthowe.com  Stan Bezue Bachelor of Architecture, Southern University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana Licensed Architect, California Licensed General Building Contractor, B-00846803, State of CaliforniaMember, American Institute of Architects Email: stanbezue@berthowe.com  John B. A. Mancini Licensed Architect, California Licensed General Contractor — B, State of California California Supplemental Examination Commissioner, California State Board of Architects Certificate, High Density Urban Planning, Urban Land Institute Guest Speaker, American Society of Consulting Engineers (Forensic Evidence Collection) Email: johnm@berthowe.com  Jeannette Y. Arakaki Hotta Bachelor of Architecture, Cum Laude, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona Ecole Speciale d’Architecture, Paris, France Athens Polytechnic, Athens, Greece Licensed Architect, CaliforniaNCARB Certified Email: jhotta@berthowe.com  John Sorcinelli Licensed Architect, State of CaliforniaRegistered Architect, British Columbia, CanadaRegistered Architect, United KingdomRegistered Architect with NCARBMember of the American Institute of ArchitectsMember of the Royal Institute of British ArchitectsVice Chairman Royal Institute of British Architects, Los Angeles ChapterMember of the Architectural Institute of British ColumbiaFounder and President of the San Dimas Marketplace, Inc. (non-profit) Email: johnsorc@berthowe.com  John D. Tolman Licensed General Building Contractor, B-410125, State of CaliforniaLicensed Real Estate Broker — CaliforniaDoctorate of Law — Western State UniversityBachelor of Science, Law — Western State UniversityBachelor of Arts — University of RedlandsMember — American Bar AssociationMember — Building Industry AssociationMember — American Society of Professional EstimatorsMember — Construction Specification InstituteMember — Association of General Contractors Email: johntolman@berthowe.com  Donald W. MacGregor Licensed General Building Contractor, B-900929, State of CaliforniaLicensed General Contractor, All Structures: OregonMember, International Conference of Building OfficialsICC Certified Building Inspector (IBC), #5028454-B5ICC Certified Building Inspector (UBC), #5028454-10Certificate — 11CRC & AGGIH Mold Remediation in BuildingsMember, American Society of Professional Estimators (ASPE)Member, Construction Specification InstituteMember, International Conference of Building Officials Email: donm@berthowe.com  Gary Ray Master of Business Administration, Major: Construction Management, Alameda UniversityLicensed General Contractor — B, State of CaliforniaLicensed General Contractor — Engineering A, State of CaliforniaInternational Code Council, Contributing Council MemberInternational Code Council, Certified International Residential InspectorAmerican Society of Safety Engineers, Certified Member, Safety Trained Supervisor4-Year Apprenticeship Program, Journeyman Carpenter (Union 2203)4-Year Apprenticeship Program, Journeyman Electrician Email: garyray@berthowe.com  David L. Suggs Licensed General Building Contractor, B-778968, State of CaliforniaCertified Waterproofing ApplicatorMember, American Society of Professional EstimatorsMember, Construction Specifications Institute Email: davidsuggs@berthowe.com  Gregory C. Cook Licensed General Contractor, CaliforniaICBO Residential Building InspectorCertified Mold Remediation Contractor Email: gregcook@berthowe.com  Mark Chapman Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering, 1991, California State University, Long BeachRegistered Civil Engineer for California, 52142, 1994Registered Civil Engineer for Arizona, 36022Registered Civil Engineer for Nevada, 014532Licensed General Building Contractor, B-632445, State of California Email: markc@berthowe.com  Kevin Heidelberger Licensed Roofing Contractor, C39-539648, State of CaliforniaLicensed Roofing Contractor (C15A), State of NevadaCertified Waterproofing ApplicatorInstructor — Tile Roof InstituteMember, Tile Roof InstituteMember, Western States Roofing Contractors Association (WSRCA)Certified Installer — Tile Roof InstituteCertified Specifier &mdash Tile Roof InstituteCarlisle Waterproofing — Certified Inspector Email: kevinh@berthowe.com |
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