What is forensic structural engineering?

Forensic structural engineering is the investigation of structural failures, damage, and distress to determine causation, scope, and responsibility. It combines engineering analysis with evidence-gathering methods used in legal contexts.

How quickly can you inspect my property?

We typically deploy local engineers within 24-72 hours of your call. With licensed PEs in 25 states and teams on the ground nationwide, we offer rapid response for urgent structural concerns.

Will your report be accepted by my insurance company?

Yes. Our PE-stamped reports are widely accepted by major insurance carriers. We follow industry-standard forensic protocols and provide objective, scientifically-supported findings.

Do you provide expert witness testimony?

Yes, Dr. Mousavi has extensive experience providing deposition and trial testimony in state and federal courts for construction defects, hurricane damage, foundation failures, and insurance disputes.

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Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 25, 2026

1. Introduction

Global Forensic Engineers and Dr. Mir Emad Mousavi, Ph.D., P.E. ("we," "our," or "us") are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or contact us by phone, email, or text message. Please read this policy carefully.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Identifiers: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address.
Communications Data: Records of calls, emails, and text messages exchanged with us.
Project Information: Details about your property, claim, or legal matter that you voluntarily share.
Usage Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on our website (collected automatically).

3. SMS / Text Message Consent

By calling or texting our phone number (833) 511-2542, you expressly consent to receive SMS text messages from Global Forensic Engineers. These messages may include:

Appointment confirmations and reminders
Project status updates and follow-ups
Quote or report delivery notifications
General communications related to your engineering inquiry

Message frequency varies based on the nature of your project. Standard message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier and plan.

To opt out at any time, reply STOP to any text message from us. You will receive one final confirmation message, after which no further texts will be sent. To re-subscribe, reply START. For help, reply HELP or contact us at emad@globalforensicengineers.com.

Disclaimer: We do not share your mobile number with third parties for marketing purposes. SMS consent is not required as a condition of purchasing any service. This SMS program complies with the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) and applicable CTIA guidelines.

4. How We Use Your Information

To provide forensic engineering services and respond to your inquiries
To schedule site visits, inspections, and follow-up communications
To deliver reports, invoices, and project documentation
To send SMS updates when you have consented (see Section 3)
To improve our website and services
To comply with legal obligations and professional engineering standards

5. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our business (e.g., cloud storage, email providers), with your consent, or as required by law (e.g., court orders, subpoenas related to litigation matters we are involved in as expert witnesses). All third-party providers are bound by confidentiality obligations.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, comply with legal requirements, and maintain professional engineering records as required by state licensing boards. Engineering project records are typically retained for a minimum of 7 years.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your state of residence, you may have the right to:

Access the personal information we hold about you
Request correction of inaccurate information
Request deletion of your information (subject to legal retention requirements)
Opt out of SMS communications at any time (reply STOP)
Withdraw consent for future communications

To exercise these rights, contact us at emad@globalforensicengineers.com.

8. Cookies & Website Analytics

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and analyze website traffic. You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some features of the site may not function properly without them.

9. Security

We implement commercially reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of our services after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

Global Forensic Engineers

Dr. Mir Emad Mousavi, Ph.D., P.E.

Edinburg, Texas

Phone: (833) 511-2542

Email: emad@globalforensicengineers.com