Rimkus Connections: March Edition

Rimkus is proud to announce our newest financial partner, HGGC, marking a significant milestone in our 40-year legacy

“We are excited to welcome HGGC as a strategic partner. Their investment not only recognizes the Rimkus team’s hard work and dedication but also empowers us to accelerate our growth trajectory. With HGGC’s expertise and resources, we’re poised to reach new heights and expand our service offerings to provide even greater value for our clients,” said Jonathan E. Higgins, P.E., President and Chief Executive Officer at Rimkus.

We are confident that this new partnership, bolstered by our ongoing collaboration with Century Equity Partners, will enhance Rimkus’ growth momentum and position our company for an even brighter future.

Recognizing Our Engineers on World Engineering Day

March 4 is World Engineering Day. Professor Gong Ke, President of the World Federation of Engineering Organizations (WFEO), defines World Engineering Day as “an opportunity to celebrate engineering and its vital role in delivering sustainable development worldwide, and champion the next generation of innovators.”

The Rimkus team comprises multiple engineering disciplines and expertise spanning a wide range of industries. On World Engineering Day, and every day, we’re proud to recognize our global team of consultants, experts, and innovators, and their contributions to a better, safer world for all. Happy World Engineering Day!

Expect the Unexpected: Addressing or Preventing Frozen Pipes Inclement weather with heavy snowfalls, freezing temperatures, and harsh winds can lead to unexpected and expensive damage – including frozen pipes. By offering a holistic approach to frozen pipe prevention and addressing issues promptly, our experts can help clients safeguard plumbing infrastructure, minimize risks, and reduce the potential for costly damage. Learn More

Investigating Slips, Trips, and Falls: Human Factors Issues and Premises Liability Human factors can play a major role in slip, trip, and fall accidents that occur at both private and public locations such as homes, malls, grocery stores, casinos, spas, hotels, restaurants, and retail establishments. Rimkus experts have years of experience performing investigations related to slips, trips, and falls, and can provide a variety of services related to human factors and premises liability evaluations. Learn More

Post-Winter Property Assessments As winter transitions to spring, property owners often start planning renovation or new construction. Rimkus consultants have the technical expertise necessary to perform condition assessments of structures and their systems, including pavement, building envelope, roofing, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection. Learn More

Sports, Human Performance, and Wearable Technology The experts on the Rimkus Sports Science Consulting team offer a wealth of industry experience related to the development, evaluation, and implementation of sport and human performance technologies, including wearables, equipment, footwear and apparel, and facilities. We partner with leagues and teams, governing bodies, athlete associations, manufacturers, and investors to tackle the unique challenges facing the sports, fitness, and human performance industries. Learn More

KU Leuven Centre for IT and IP Law (CiTiP) AI in Sports Seminar
March 5, 2024 – Online

“An International Perspective on AI and Sports” presented by Jessica M. Zendler, Ph.D., Special Consultant, Applied Safety and Ergonomics, A Rimkus Company.

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Rimkus CE/CLE Webinar
March 6, 2024 – Online

“Motorcycle Accident Analysis and Reconstruction” presented by David C. Lund, ACTAR, Transportation Practice Leader.

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Louisiana Live Burn CE/CLE Seminar
March 8, 2024 – Bridge City, LA

“Live Burn Demonstrations and Presentation” presented by Brian P. Tauzin, IAAI-CFI, NAFI-CFEI, Fire Consultant, Rimkus.

“What Ethical Canons Keep Claims Analysts and In-House Counsel Awake at Night?” presented by James (Jimmy) W. Hailey III, Partner, Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith, LLP.

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S.E.E. Spring Conference-Claims Section
March 13, 2024 – New Orleans, LA

“Riding the Waves: Understanding Electrical Surges and Sags” presented by Clifton F. Royston, P.E., Principal Consultant, and Timothy C. Martin, P.E., NAFI-CFEI, Senior Consultant, Rimkus.

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PLRB Claims Conference and Insurance Services Expo
March 19-20, 2024 – Boston, MA

“Off-Site Fabrication: Property/Construction Claims” presented by Carter W. Terry, P.E., CWI, Senior Consultant, Rimkus.

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Rimkus CE/CLE Webinar
March 20, 2024 – Online

“Construction Delays” presented by Murat Kilic, PSP, CFCC, Director, Forensic Delay Analysis Practice, and Lindsay A. Macioce, PSP, Forensic Delay Analysis Practice Leader.

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Rimkus Biomechanics and Sports Injuries CE/CLE Seminar
March 21, 2024 – Birmingham, AL

“Human Biomechanics in Low-Speed Vehicle Collisions” presented by Yadetsie N. (Niky) Zaragoza-Rivera, Ph.D., Fatiesa Sulejmani, Ph.D., ACTAR, Senior Consultant, and Evan P. McConnell, P.E., ACTAR, Principal Consultant.

“Sports and Biomechanics: Analyzing Principles, Mechanisms, and Injuries” presented by Yadetsie N. (Niky) Zaragoza-Rivera, Ph.D., Fatiesa Sulejmani, Ph.D., ACTAR, Senior Consultant, and Evan P. McConnell, P.E., ACTAR, Principal Consultant.

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Human Factors and Ergonomics Society (HFES) International Symposium on Human Factors and Ergonomics in Health Care
March 25-27, 2024 – Chicago, IL

“Tailoring HF Development/Validation Processes to Software and its Changes” presented by Samantha Sye, MCIT, Senior Human Factors Manager, Jack Giacomini, MS, Senior Human Factors Consultant, Core Human Factors, A Rimkus Company, Kelly Watson, VP, Product and User Experience, Maya Friedman, Product Design Manager/UX Design Lead, Christine Brydges, UX Researcher/Human Factors Researcher, and Brooke Matthews, Product Designer, Tidepool.

“Development and Pilot Testing of a Health Literacy Participant Screening Measure” presented by Marissa Docimo, Ph.D., Senior Human Factors Consultant, Nicole Stephenson, MS, Senior Human Factors Manager, Samantha Sye, MCIT, Senior Human Factors Manager, Jennifer Soosaar, Director, Human Factors Practice, Core Human Factors, A Rimkus Company, and Patricia Anderson, Senior Principal Engineer, Eli Lilly.

“Special Considerations for Human Factors Work Involving Vulnerable Populations” presented by Emily Dissinger, MS, Senior Human Factors Manager, Sarah Piperato, PhD, Human Factors Manager, IRB Chair, Marissa Docimo, Ph.D., Senior Human Factors Consultant, Nicole Stephenson, MS, Senior Human Factors Manager, Jennifer Soosaar, Director, Human Factors Practice, Core Human Factors, A Rimkus Company, Zhonghai (John) Li, Merck Sharp & Dohme, and Mikaylah Stumbo, Eli Lilly and Company.

“Accounting for Economic Decision-Making in Medical Device Use among Intended Users” presented by Jennifer Soosaar, Director, Human Factors Practice, Jack Sharples, MS, Senior Human Factors Consultant, Marissa Docimo, Ph.D., Senior Human Factors Consultant, and Sarah Johnstone, MA, Senior Human Factors Manager, Core Human Factors, A Rimkus Company.

“A Happier NICU: Improving the Usability of NICU Technology from Healthcare Provider and Lay Caregiver Perspectives” presented by Irina Lucaciu, MPhil, Human Factors Manager, Jennifer Soosaar, Director, Human Factors Practice, Rory Klingensmith, MS, Human Factors Consultant, and Tyler Oates, MS, Human Factors Consultant, Core Human Factors, A Rimkus Company.

“The Role of Institutional Review Boards in Human Factors Research” presented by Allison Kampa, Ph.D., Human Factors Manager, and Sarah Piperato, PhD, Human Factors Manager, IRB Chair, Core Human Factors, A Rimkus Company.

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Recalls can be the result of manufacturing defects, design issues, or unexpected and unintended user behaviors – for many manufacturers, issues due to user behavior can be particularly challenging.

Our Human Factors group can provide the expertise to analyze user behavior. We can help predict potential misuses before they happen or identify ways to address unexpected misuses when they are discovered in the field.

J. Jay Todd Senior Consultant View Expert Profile “We provide independent, data-driven insight on an individual’s decision-making and behavior surrounding the use of product. This knowledge can be used to help the client better understand the user’s goal(s) while interacting with the product. This is important because sometimes even subtle changes in a user’s goal-directed behavior can lead to errors and violations, resulting in incidents.”

Offering extensive experience in safety, forensic sciences, and failure analysis, Rimkus has a diverse group of qualified engineers, metallurgists and materials scientists, biomechanists, human factors experts, and safety professionals to conduct accident investigations involving products, equipment, and materials.

Rimkus uses specialized investigative techniques to analyze the full spectrum of the product cycle. We examine the entire life cycle, from inception to end use, including design, manufacturing, materials installation, training, operation, and maintenance.