In the case of Stewart v. Gruber, the testimony of a Structural Engineering Expert Witness was central to the plaintiffs’ attempt to prove claims of professional negligence and breach of contract. However, procedural issues ultimately led to the exclusion of their expert, resulting in dismissal of the case before trial.
Background of the Case
The plaintiffs, Mr. and Mrs. Stewart, hired architect William Gruber to design and oversee the construction of a multi-unit apartment complex. After the project was completed, the Stewarts alleged that the building suffered from multiple structural issues, including uneven flooring, cracked walls, and misaligned framing. They claimed that these issues were due to design and oversight failures by the architect.