Fire and Explosion Incident Investigation & Litigation Support
Expert Analysis. Proven Results. Legal Defensibility.
When fire or explosion incidents occur, accurate investigation and litigation support are crucial. At Princeton Safety Solutions, we bring decades of expertise and scientific rigor to uncover the causes and support your legal strategy.
Why It Matters
When a fire or explosion occurs, lives, property, business continuity, and legal responsibilities are all at stake. A flawed investigation can result in repeated incidents, wrongly assigned liability, and noncompliance with safety regulations. At Princeton Safety Solutions, we apply scientifically grounded, experience-driven methodologies to uncover the truth and support prevention, accountability, and legal outcomes.
Integrated Services for Engineering and Legal Needs
We offer a comprehensive approach that bridges the gap between engineering analysis and legal strategy. Whether you’re seeking to uncover the technical root cause of a fire or explosion or need authoritative support in litigation, our services are tailored to meet both investigative and legal demands.
A Dual-Focus Approach to Incident Investigation and Litigation Support
Our method goes beyond identifying what caused an incident—we also determine what did not cause it. This distinction is essential for effective prevention and accurate liability assessment. By combining forensic engineering, real-world field experience, and deep knowledge of codes and standards, we deliver conclusions that are scientifically defensible and legally robust.
Who We Serve: Engineers, Safety Professionals, Insurers, and Attorneys
We understand that each stakeholder has different priorities. Our investigation reports and expert witness services are structured to be meaningful and actionable for:
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Engineers and EHS professionals who need to identify process failures and prevent recurrence.
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Insurers evaluating loss causation, risk exposure, or potential subrogation.
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Attorneys preparing for litigation or mediation with technical issues at the core.
Our Commitment to Technical Rigor and Legal Scrutiny
Our findings are based on proven scientific methodologies, testing when needed, and a careful review of relevant NFPA and industry standards. Every conclusion we present is:
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Grounded in evidence and peer-reviewed methodology.
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Designed to withstand courtroom cross-examination.
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Supported by decades of experience and expert credentials.
Our Investigation Methodology
We specialize in investigating incidents involving:
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Combustible dust
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Flammable and combustible liquids
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Gases and vapors
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Aerosol products
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Electrostatic ignition sources
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Self-heating/spontaneous combustion
Our process:
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Site Inspection & Evidence Collection: Early and thorough documentation of the scene.
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Hypothesis Development: Based on all available data.
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Laboratory Testing: Identification and characterization of fuels, ignition sources, and hazard severity.
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Reconstruction Testing: Simulation of incidents to validate or negate hypotheses.
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Expert Analysis: Review of photos, documents, interviews, and standards.
This methodical approach allows us to identify causes even in complex or compromised incident scenes.
Litigation Support & Expert Witness Services
We have served as expert witnesses in major litigation cases involving multiple fatalities, catastrophic injuries, and multimillion-dollar property losses. Our litigation support services include:
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Case Theory Development & Validation
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Review of NFPA and Industry Standards: Including NFPA 660, 652, 484, and 30B
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Scientific & Engineering Literature Review
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Expert Reports & Testimony
Our expertise helps legal teams:
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Understand the complex technical mechanisms of fire and explosion incidents.
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Establish causation and origin.
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Navigate OSHA citations and regulatory issues.
Why Choose Princeton Safety Solutions
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35+ years of experience in fire and explosion hazards.
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Hundreds of process safety and incident investigation projects.
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National and international client base across diverse industries.
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Scientific, test-based approach to determining real hazard and risk.
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Active roles on NFPA Technical Committees (660, 652, 484, 30B).
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Recognized for practical, cost-effective, and defensible conclusions.
We deliver expert insights that not only help prevent future incidents but also stand strong in the courtroom.
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