Every specialty and expertise develop their own vernacular – a kind of code that is mutually understood by the experts and can easily be misunderstood by everyone else. Attorney clients often complain that forensic document examiners use language that is unfamiliar, especially when rendering opinions. I write my reports to conform to the guidelines published… Read more »
If you suspect that there has been some hanky-panky on a document, you should go with your intuition and look into the reasons why. Don’t think that a signature is genuine just because it has a notary seal. In my work, I see many fabricated notary acts. These documents make their way to my lab… Read more »
When my clients first contact me, I am often asked how many signature samples for comparison will I need. The short answer is, the more the better. This may seem obvious to some, but I am sure that most clients want to know how much effort will be required on their end. Here are two… Read more »
Over the years, we have become reliant on email and our cellphones for our communication needs, but never more than how much we rely on them today. These days, the internet and cellphone networks have allowed most of us to work far more efficiently. Without these advancements, we would spend more time and investment reaching… Read more »
With the specter of the CCP virus hovering over our open courtrooms these days, districts here in California have opted to proceed with hearings and trials using internet media such as Zoom or Microsoft Meetings. I was recently called to testify as an expert witness in just such a trial. I found that a whole… Read more »
There is a first time for everything, including hiring experts. Attorneys are no different from the general public regarding their knowledge of who to hire and what to expect. Here are a few key elements to consider on your first venture into the handwriting genre: Understanding a Handwriting Expert According to the forensic community, a… Read more »
If you’re trying to determine if the handwriting or printing on your document is authentic or a result of disguise, then you should contact a professional document examiner. An expert examiner will help identify or eliminate your questioned documents. Before contacting your examiner, it will help if you define precisely how they can help you!… Read more »
I am very proud to announce that I have successfully completed testing by the American Board of Forensic Document Examiners required for certification. The letters, “D-ABFDE” that follow my name indicate that I am a Diplomate of ABFDE. By achieving this designation, I have been certified as having the necessary skills and qualifications to perform the duties of… Read more »
I have enjoyed meeting a great new group of clients and friends in my first two years of practice in the Inland Empire and I look forward to many more. Thank you for your confidence in my work. Those of you who know me, know that it is a labor of love. The office of… Read more »
If you and your attorney(s) have decided to file a medical malpractice suit against a healthcare professional, be ready for a long and possibly arduous experience. It now becomes your responsibility to prove that he or she has not fulfilled the requisite professional responsibilities. Let’s leave the details for you and your attorney to discuss…. Read more »