Business Details
36 Years
experience
Trusted Forensic Engineering Consulting Services
Established in 1990, Technology Associates has been a leader in forensic engineering consulting, providing expert analysis and testimony to attorneys, insurance professionals, and corporations. Our team of highly qualified mechanical, civil, and electrical engineers, many holding advanced degrees from institutions like MIT, specializes in accident reconstruction, biomechanics, and product liability. With over three decades of experience, we have investigated nearly 2,000 cases, offering scientifically rigorous solutions for both plaintiffs and defendants. Our expertise extends to computer simulations, 3D animations, and courtroom exhibits that clarify complex technical details. We maintain extensive testing facilities and a reference library of industry standards to support our work.Our engineers are frequently qualified as expert witnesses in state and federal courts, with a proven track record of overcoming Daubert/Frye challenges. Headquartered in Stratford, Connecticut, we serve clients across the Northeast and are available for investigations nationwide. Our commitment to thoroughness, honesty, and technical excellence ensures clients receive actionable insights grounded in engineering principles. We pride ourselves on translating complex analyses into clear, defensible conclusions that have influenced settlements worth millions. Our work has been featured in media outlets like the New York Post, underscoring our reputation for credibility and precision.
Services
Traffic Accident Reconstruction
Biomechanics Analysis
Product Liability Evaluation
Computer Simulation
Expert Testimony
3D Animation
Finite Element Analysis
Premises Liability Assessment
Safety Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We have conducted nearly 2,000 accident investigations since 1990.
- Our engineers hold advanced degrees from institutions like MIT and Columbia University.
- Our experts are qualified in state and federal courts nationwide.
- We utilize advanced 3D animations and computer simulations for courtroom clarity.
- We serve clients across the Northeast and travel nationwide for investigations.
Services
Traffic Accident Reconstruction
We analyze vehicle collisions using event data recorders, surveillance footage, and physical evidence to determine causation factors. Our engineers create detailed simulations and courtroom exhibits to explain complex dynamics. This service helps legal teams understand liability in cases involving automobiles, motorcycles, bicycles, and pedestrians.
Biomechanics Analysis
Our experts evaluate injury mechanisms through computer modeling and physical testing to correlate trauma with specific incidents. We use advanced tools like the Articulated Total Body model to demonstrate injury causation. This service supports cases involving falls, vehicle accidents, and product-related injuries.
Expert Testimony
Our licensed engineers provide expert witness services in state and federal courts, with extensive experience in depositions and trials. We prepare clear visual exhibits to explain technical findings. Our team has successfully defended methodologies against Daubert/Frye challenges in multiple jurisdictions.
Computer Simulation
We create mathematical models to predict system behavior in accident scenarios using finite element analysis and other techniques. These simulations help visualize complex events and test hypotheses. This service provides quantifiable evidence for legal proceedings and insurance claims.
3D Animation
Our team develops dynamic visualizations based on reconstructed accident data to illustrate key events in court. These animations translate technical findings into accessible presentations. This service has been instrumental in helping juries understand complex engineering concepts in high-stakes litigation.
People
Dr. Irving Ojalvo
Founder
Former aerospace engineer and university professor with 35 years of experience in structural dynamics. Applied advanced technology to accident reconstruction since 1978. Holds doctorate from Columbia University and has analyzed nearly 2,000 cases.
Kristopher J. Seluga
Forensic Engineer
MIT graduate with 20+ years of experience in forensic engineering. Specializes in accident investigation and 3D printing technologies. Has analyzed hundreds of cases for both plaintiffs and defendants using advanced simulation techniques.
Jonathan Hartzsch
Mechanical Engineer
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute graduate specializing in additive manufacturing and accident reconstruction. Joined Technology Associates in 2016, supporting complex case analyses with expertise in creating technical visualizations and simulations.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We are based in Stratford, Connecticut and serve Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and the broader Northeast/New England region. We also travel nationwide for investigations.
What types of cases do you handle?
We specialize in traffic accident reconstruction, biomechanics, product liability, premises liability, electrical engineering, and safety analysis for both plaintiffs and defendants.
Are your engineers qualified as expert witnesses?
Yes, our staff includes licensed professional engineers qualified in state and federal courts who have successfully defended against Daubert/Frye challenges.
What technologies do you use?
We employ 3D animations, computer simulations, finite element analysis, and surveillance camera analysis to create compelling courtroom exhibits.
How long have you been in business?
We were founded in 1990 by Dr. Irving Ojalvo, though our team's collective experience in forensic engineering spans decades prior to that.
