We are proud to offer a full range of accident reconstruction services. While many services are interdependent by their nature, many are available alone.
Our staff of accident reconstructionists are all fully accredited by the Accreditation Committee for Traffic Accident Reconstruction (ACTAR) and hold memberships in a number of reconstruction societies. The background of our reconstructionists is based in long term law enforcement careers with extensive training in a variety of accident reconstruction disciplines. Training has been received from widely recognized sources including Texas A & M University Engineering Extension, University of North Florida Institute of Police Technology and Management, Northwestern University Traffic Institute, Georgia Police Academy, and many others.
We work closely with our clients to evaluate each case and establish a reconstruction agenda to address all of the issues in a collision. We will conduct detailed examinations and analysis of the scene and physical evidence, the involved vehicles, injury patterns of involved parties, witness statements and all available reports and photographs. From these analyses, a collision dynamics assessment can be conducted to determine the speeds of the involved vehicles, time and distance relationships, human factors and contributing or causation factors. As a case progresses, we will evaluate ongoing discovery materials and transcripts and prepare the matter for appearance in deposition and trial.
We offer an extensive expertise in reconstructions involving Commercial Vehicles. We will examine the vehicle thoroughly for operational capabilities and compliance with applicable regulations. We will examine driver qualifications, training, and logbook maintenance for compliance and accuracy. We will examine the safety profiles, hiring and retention procedures, driver training, vehicle maintenance procedures, and operational procedures of the involved motor carrier.
We maintain relationships with experts in a number of specialized areas in reconstruction and engineering in order to effectively manage all aspects of a case. We work closely with other experts as needed by the client to ensure your case issues are all addressed properly.
Watercraft Collision and Incident Reconstruction
Southeast Collision Analysis
is pleased to announce that it has formed a partnership with Coastal
Marine Surveyors and Consultants, Inc. , to create a Marine
Division. This merger has resulted in the addition of Watercraft Collision
and Incident Reconstruction to our list of services. While the physics
of watercraft collisions are the same as those for land based incidents,
other aspects of Marine Collision Reconstruction vary significantly from
those of motor vehicles. These include most importantly the application
of the Rules of the Road. The operating environment and the unique nature
of the watercraft themselves require specialized knowledge and training
when evaluating the factors which come together to result in a collision.
Our watercraft collision and incident reconstruction specialists have received
extensive training in the field and have numerous years of practical experience
in law enforcement investigative techniques, maintenance of watercraft,
and construction of same. Our services include evaluations of the operation
and functionality of powerboats, sailing vessels, and personal watercraft.
Forensic Mapping and Scene Diagramming SAMPLE DIAGRAMS
SoutheastCollision Analysis, Inc. utilizes Total Station Forensic Mapping Systems to accurately record physical evidence and roadway properties. All of our reconstructionists and draftsmen/technicians have received recognized training in the use of the system and have met all of the requirements for acceptance into the Professional Society of Forensic Mapping.
With the data collected by the Total Station Forensic Mapping System, we are able to produce highly detailed and accurate scene diagrams. These diagrams include the roadway, impact, evidence, post-collision and a variety of reconstruction and time-distance scenarios. The roadway can be viewed as an aerial view, contour or profile as needed. Diagrams can be produced in any size required, including large scale courtroom displays.
Additionally, the Total Station Forensic Mapping System can be utilized to accurately measure the damage profiles of involved vehicles for use in crush presentation and analysis.
Our diagramming software uses the industry standard AutoCAD drawing format for easy interchange between parties and for use in forensic animations.
We use the Vetronix Crash Data Retrieval System to download the Airbag System Sensing and Diagnostic Module in most General Motors cars, light trucks, vans, and SUVs. A select portion of the Ford automobile line can be accessed as well. Additional Ford models and other manufacturers will come on line in the near future. This technology provides information used by the airbag control module in making deployment decisions. In many GM vehicles, it also can provide 5 seconds of data before a crash, including speed and seatbelt status. Sample SDM Download
For downloading Electronic Control Modules from commercial tractors, we have the technology available for Detroit Diesel Series 60 engines. This system provides a wealth of data on the operational parameters of the engine and records hard braking events. Sample ECM Download
Also, available for use in vehicle testing is the Vericom VC3000DAQ Dynamometer and Braking Test Computer. It operates in two modes; braking and accelerating. The two most common uses in the braking mode are determining the coefficient of friction of the road surface, and analyzing the vehicle's braking ability. The common uses for theVC3000 in the acceleration mode are determining acceleration rates and times. The system is capable of analyzing a variety of input sources. These include lateral acceleration, reaction time, brake system pressures, brake pedal force application, and analysis of the vehicle electronic operational systems via the Diagnostic Link Connector (DLC - OBD II).
We also have available the Stalker Acceleration Testing Sytem (STATS). This RADAR based system provides a detailed picture of the dynamics of acceleration, braking, or kinetic testing. The Stalker ATS software program displays the test results in various graphical forms and calculates exact performance statistics. The computer records the speed data, assigns time information, and calculates distance and acceleration rates for each data sample. The measurements are typically within 1/100th of a second.
We are pleased to offer a full range of forensic photography and videography services in standard film and digital formats. We have a wide range of equipment to address the needs of any case, including photogrammetry and macro photography. Our practice for photography involves the inclusion of all photographs and detailed print-by-print descriptions in an easy to use notebook format. We can also produce the notebook on CD-ROM as PowerPoint or Acrobat presentations.
We have an extensive background in instruction and training. Our staff have presented a wide variety of programs to diverse audiences in the legal, insurance, law enforcement and trucking industry fields. If you or your group desire training, we can tailor a course to fit your needs.
Every investigation requires case specific research. We are pleased to provide research as a stand alone service, also. The areas in which we may produce research include crash testing, crush stiffness, recalls, vehicle spcifications, VIN decoding, human factors, SAE publications, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, motor carrier profiles, driver log book analysis, trip/route planning, traffic signal issues, and state traffic laws.
