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Liberty Building Forensics Group has just assisted the Owners law firm in recovery of
$6.25M worth of repair costs in a 24-building apartment complex. The complex had
building envelope water intrusion related problems. Liberty Building Forensics Group
also assisted Surety with $5.5M in recovery from sub contractors.
December 2006
George DuBose of Liberty Building Forensics Group has been recommended by “The
Best Lawyers in America” as a leading expert in the field of construction. “George
DuBose heads a group of experts, previously with CH2M Hill, who do a superb job of
investigating, documenting, and negotiating in construction defect litigation. They are
incredibly well prepared and well spoken.”
For more information regarding George Dubose and Liberty Building Forensics Group,
you can call 407-467-5518 or visit www.libertybuilding.com or www.bestlawyers.com.
November 2006
To read the full article visit Liberty Building Forensics Group website at
www.libertybuilding.com .
September 2006
May 2006
For more information on obtaining this manual, contact Liberty Building Forensics Group
through their website at www.libertybuilding.com or David Odom at (407)697-7227.
March 2006
January 2006
Richard Scott, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB, has joined Liberty Building Forensics Group as a
forensic architect. Rick has extensive experience in rainwater intrusion, building
envelope investigations, and moisture and mold remediation.
With over 25 years of experience Rick has worked on some of the largest and most
complex projects in the world, including:
October 2007
Mr. DuBose, Mr. Odom, and Mr. Scott are scheduled to be on the faculty of the Atlanta
November 29, 2007 Lorman Seminar, “The Hidden Risks of Green Construction.” Mr.
Odom and Mr. Scott will address LEED practices in their presentation, “The High-risk
Components of LEED.” “Recommended Approaches to Preventing Building Failures” by
Mr. DuBose will cover how to avoid problems while instituting LEED design.
August 2007
Mr. Scott and Mr. DuBose have been selected to provide an instructive seminar for the
Mississippi Board of Architects on October 23, 2007, on the topic of "The High Risk of
Green Buildings."
July 2007
"The High Risk of Green Buildings: Why Moisture & Mold Problems are Likely" article in
Direct Connection magazine; written by J. David Odom, Richard A. Scott, AIA, LEED,
AP, NCARB & George H. DuBose. This article is scheduled to be published in
September 2007.
May 2007
Florida AIA has selected Liberty Building Forensics Group to be a presenter at the
Florida AIA Conference in Orlando, FL, July 2007. J. David Odom and Richard Scott,
AIA, LEED, AP are to present the topic "The High Risk of Green Buildings: Why
Moisture and Mold Problems are Likely."
April 2007
Georgia AIA has selected Liberty Building Forensics Group to be a presenter at the
Georgia AIA Conference in Savannah, Georgia, October 4, 2007. J. David Odom and
Richard Scott, AIA, LEED AP, will present the topic “The High Risk of Green Buildings:
Why Moisture and Mold problems are Likely.”
There is strong evidence to suggest that there is a direct correlation between innovative
design and building failures. Since the very nature of green construction involves
innovation and experimentation, it also introduces an increased risk of building
problems. It is the authors’ 25+ years of experience that this increased risk is even more
pronounced in “unforgiving” climates like the southeast where any departure from the
“tried-and-true” often introduces moisture intrusion and mold problems.
March 2007
J. David Odom of Liberty Building Forensics Group has just been selected to the Project
Committee to help develop and co-author the Advance IAQ Design Guide. Ten
specialists have been selected from many fields, including ventilation, pollutant sources
and control. Mr. Odom was selected for his immense knowledge and specialization in
the area of moisture intrusion.
The Advanced IAQ Guide will be prepared over the next two years jointly by the
American Institute of Architects (AIA), American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and
Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), BOMA International, Sheet Metal and Air
Conditioning Contractors’ National Association (SMACNA), and the U.S. Green Building
Council (USGBC). The guide is being developed to become a “Best Practices” design
guide.
George DuBose, Vice-President of Liberty Building Forensics Group, said that “The role
of David Odom in the development of this manual is a reflection of Liberty Building
Forensics Group's recognized technical experience in the areas of moisture in buildings
and how they impact indoor air quality in buildings.”
For more information on Liberty Building Forensics Group visit their website at
www.libertybuilding.com.
February 2007
Florida AIA has selected Liberty Building Forensics Group to be a presenter at the
Florida AIA Conference July 12, 2007. George DuBose, J. David Odom, and Richard
Scott, AIA, LEED AP, will present the topic “The High Risk of Green Buildings: Why
Moisture and Mold problems are Likely.”
There is strong evidence to suggest that there is a direct correlation between innovative
design and building failures. Since the very nature of green construction involves
innovation and experimentation, it also introduces an increased risk of building
problems. It is the authors’ 25+ years of experience that this increased risk is even more
pronounced in “unforgiving” climates like the southeast where any departure from the
“tried-and-true” often introduces moisture intrusion and mold problems.
George DuBose, principal of Liberty Building Forensics Group, has been named by
“The Best Lawyers In America” as a leading expert in the field of construction.
July 2008
July 31: Teleconference 2:00PM EST – “Hidden Risks of Green Buildings: Why Building
Failures are Likely and How to Avoid Them”
During this teleconference Mr. DuBose and Mr. Odom will discuss the latest standard of
care in the design and construction industry: green buildings. What elements of green
buildings will impact risk for designers, contractors, developers, and owners? What
specific LEED® credits are most likely to cause building failures? Hear case studies of
past problems with green buildings and the lessons learned.
Mr. Odom, Mr. Scott, and Mr. DuBose will give a 1½ hour presentation: “The Hidden
Risks of Green Buildings: Why Moisture & Mold Problems are Likely.” They will discuss
what makes some green buildings risky and what steps must be taken to avoid failures,
even possible lawsuits.
June 2008
May 2008
Mr. DuBose, Mr. Odom, and Mr. Scott are scheduled to be on the faculty of the Lorman
Seminars: “The Hidden Risks of Green Buildings: Why Building Failures are Likely and
How to Avoid Them in Florida.” Mr. DuBose and Mr. Scott will address LEED® practices
in their presentation, “An Overview of Green Building Concepts and Why Moisture and
Mold Problems are Likely.” “Preventing Green Building Failures in the Southeast –
Specific Techniques to Implement” by Mr. DuBose and Mr. Odom will cover how to avoid
problems while instituting LEED® design.