Engineering failures have the potential to happen in nearly any environment and situation, from large-scale industrial equipment and construction settings down to everyday household products. These failures can occur as isolated incidents or systemic problems. In nearly all instances, there are questions as to safety and property damage which can lead to significant business interruptions.
Our professional engineers, scientists, and industry specialists are experts in providing rigorous failure analysis, investigations, risk assessments, performance evaluations, and expert testimony related to nearly every type of mechanical system and component. We excel at pinpointing the root causes of failures, assessing their impacts, and presenting our analysis in clear, comprehensible terms for arbitrators, judges, juries, and other key stakeholders.
Our capabilities extend beyond our mechanical engineering professionals to include a renowned roster of accounting and valuation experts. As an integrated team, our experts have the ability to conduct highly technical analyses as well as the financial impacts of the associated damages.
This article focuses on the two main dispute mechanisms under the Premier League’s Rules: disciplinary proceedings under Rule W and arbitration under Rule X. The article also looks at the role of experts in both sets of proceedings.
Secretariat is thrilled to announce that 20 of our experts have been recognized as premier Construction professionals in the Lexology Index 2025 Thought Leaders – Construction report, including a leading number of Global Elite Thought Leaders (12).
Secretariat Experts Receive Recognition in Lexology Index Thought Leaders – USA 2026
Secretariat is proud to share that 11 of our experts have been named as USA Thought Leaders in Lexology Index’s 2026 listing.