Archive For: Expert Opinion Services
Protect Your Family Against Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Every winter we read about another instance of carbon monoxide poisoning in the news, and all too often, the deaths that occur from it. During these months when the house is closed up for winter, it is imperative to secure your home and family against carbon monoxide leaks, also known as “the silent killer.” What ... Read More
How to Find a Construction Expert Witness
So, you have a construction claim. Your contractor and you are at odds and cannot come to a resolution. And it looks like you might need to go to court. You should consider engaging a construction expert witness. One of the best ways to support your case is to engage an expert witness. But how ... Read More
A Dozen Red Flags for Construction Projects
When you have hired a contractor to remodel, rebuilt or repair your home, there are dead giveaways that trouble is soon to come. In the industry we call those “red flags.” Knowing what to look for, and how to circumvent problems before they happen, puts you in the driver’s seat when controlling your project. 12 ... Read More
Wood Balconies Can Fail Due to Water Intrusion
Humidity and rain can be devastating to wooden balconies, and can be frequent causes for balcony failures from water intrusion. Imagine enjoying your balcony, only to discover that parts of it are rotting away—even if it is relatively new. Or seeing your balcony separate from your house, causing unsafe conditions at the least. The worst ... Read More
Expert Witness Matthew W. Furlong
Matthew W. Furlong, president of Först Consulting Group, is becoming well known in the legal and construction fields serving in the capacity of an expert witness. Trusted by attorneys, insurance professionals and others involved in a construction dispute case, Furlong has been retained as an expert witness in more than 100 cases in just over ... Read More
Först Consulting Group Expertise Featured in Magazines
Först Consulting Group was pleased to be featured in an article titled “Be Your Own Best Advocate: Protecting Yourself as a Homeowner During a Construction Project” in the September/October 2017 issues of Viva Tysons and Viva Reston Lifestyle magazines. In the article, Matthew Furlong, president of Först Consulting Group, explained how homeowners need to know ... Read More
6 Tips to Collecting Flood Insurance
The United States has been hammered with hurricanes and tropic storms, leaving homeowners with cleanup and rebuilding costs reaching into the multi-millions of dollars. And unfortunately, 80% of victims from Hurricane Harvey did not have flood insurance, according to the Consumer Federation of America. For the 20% that did have flood insurance, the road to ... Read More
Först Consulting Group Earns Certifications
Over the past several months, Först Consulting Group has earned even more certifications that can serve as a knowledge base to provide credibility for our expert services. These certifications not only allow us to serve our clients better when working with their properties, they enable us to become a more qualified expert witness in the ... Read More