A refinery operator alleged that defective fabrication of a fired heater led to a catastrophic failure, resulting in extended downtime and significant economic damages. Baker & O’Brien performed an independent, detailed analysis of causation, repair costs, and lost profits, and assessed the opposing expert’s economic damage calculations. We submitted an expert report and a reply report and provided deposition testimony. The parties settled prior to trial.

Introduction: Baker & O’Brien was retained to determine the value of renewable diesel production assets located on the West Coast of the United States.

Introduction: A pipe segment suspended by bull rigging shifted during a construction project and fatally struck a worker. We were engaged in determining the cause of the incident and identifying the regulations applicable to using bull rigging in construction. In addition to opinions on training and competence, our report included an expert opinion on the relevant human factors.