Business Details
33 Years
experience
Expert Forensic Engineering Services in Coarsegold, CA
Founded in 1993, J2 Engineering has established itself as a leader in forensic engineering, delivering precise analysis of incidents involving personal injury, product liability, and industrial accidents. Our team prioritizes continued education, original research, and collaborative problem-solving to ensure accurate evaluations of safety processes and compliance with OSHA, ANSI, ADA, and ICC standards.With expertise in mechanical and electrical failure analysis, premises liability, and simulation-based accident reconstruction, we serve clients nationwide while maintaining affiliations with prestigious organizations like ASME and ASTM. Our commitment to quality work, timely delivery, and competitive pricing is supported by decades of hands-on experience and peer-reviewed research contributions to the field.
Services
Accident Investigation
Failure Analysis
Code Compliance
Premises Liability
Simulation & Animation
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We have 30+ years of experience in forensic engineering investigations
- Our team publishes original research in peer-reviewed engineering journals
- We utilize advanced simulation tools like HVE and PC-Crash for accident reconstruction
- Our experts maintain affiliations with ASME, ASTM, and other industry organizations
- We conduct specialized biomechanical research in partnership with universities
Services
Forensic Engineering
Our forensic engineering services investigate industrial, agricultural, and construction accidents through detailed analysis of safety protocols and regulatory compliance. We examine OSHA, ANSI, and ADA requirements while utilizing simulation software to recreate incidents. Clients receive comprehensive reports that clarify causation factors and liability considerations for legal proceedings.
Failure Analysis
We analyze mechanical and electrical system failures through material testing and design evaluation. Our engineers assess component integrity, safety controls, and maintenance practices. Findings help determine whether failures resulted from manufacturing defects, improper installation, or operational misuse through laboratory testing and field investigations.
Premises Liability
This service examines slip, trip, and fall incidents through walkway surface testing and code compliance checks. We use ASTM-approved equipment to measure slip resistance while evaluating handrails, stairways, and lighting. Our analysis considers ADA accessibility requirements and maintenance practices to determine facility safety compliance.
Simulation & Animation
We create physics-based accident simulations using HVE and PC-Crash software. These models combine scene photographs, vehicle data, and sensor readings to produce courtroom-ready animations. The visualizations demonstrate collision mechanics and help clarify complex accident sequences for legal professionals and juries.
Code Compliance
Our code compliance services verify adherence to OSHA, ANSI, and ICC standards through facility inspections. We evaluate safety programs, equipment guarding, and warning systems while checking building code requirements. Clients receive detailed assessments identifying regulatory gaps and recommendations for improving workplace safety compliance.
People
James Flynn
BS, P.E.
James Flynn, a licensed Professional Engineer, leads forensic investigations with 30+ years of experience in accident reconstruction and biomechanical research. He contributes to peer-reviewed journals and collaborates with universities on walkway safety standards while directing J2 Engineering's technical operations.
Naomi Tan
Naomi Tan supports forensic engineering projects with expertise in data analysis and technical documentation. She contributes to research initiatives and assists in preparing detailed engineering reports for legal proceedings while maintaining the company's publication standards.
Robert Buckert
BS
Robert Buckert provides engineering analysis for accident reconstruction cases using simulation software and field data. He assists in mechanical failure investigations and contributes to research projects that advance forensic engineering methodologies through practical applications.
Clint Hunter
Clint Hunter supports forensic engineering operations through technical analysis and field investigation assistance. He contributes to data collection efforts and helps maintain the company's research standards through hands-on testing and documentation.
Rick Ripley
Rick Ripley assists with forensic investigations by conducting technical analyses and preparing visual documentation. He supports simulation projects and contributes to maintaining the company's research infrastructure through equipment maintenance and data management.
Questions
What types of cases do you handle?
We investigate industrial accidents, construction incidents, product liability claims, and premises liability cases involving slip/trip-and-fall accidents.
Do you provide courtroom testimony?
Yes, our engineers provide expert witness testimony supported by simulation models and technical reports for legal proceedings.
How do you analyze slip-and-fall incidents?
We use ASTM-approved tribometers to measure walkway slip resistance and evaluate compliance with ADA and building codes during investigations.
Can you reconstruct vehicle collisions?
Yes, we use HVE and PC-Crash simulation software to recreate vehicle collisions and analyze accident sequences for legal cases.
Do you offer biomechanical research services?
We conduct gait biomechanics research in partnership with USC's Musculoskeletal Biomechanics Laboratory to advance slip-and-fall analysis.
How do you maintain technical expertise?
Our team publishes peer-reviewed research and maintains affiliations with ASME, ASTM, and other engineering organizations to stay current with industry standards.
