ABOUT LFI

Established in 2015, LFI offers an Expert Witness and Forensic Investigation service that provides clients with independent, impartial advice and a clear understanding of why failures and incidents have occurred. By applying over 17 years of expertise in materials science, metallurgy and mechanical engineering and considerable experience within the Expert Witness industry, we can investigate a wide range of incidents. LFI prides itself on providing clients with professional, bespoke and cost-effective investigations.

Principal Investigator

Mr Michael Lovis

Forensic Materials Engineer – MEng (First Class, Hons)

Telephone: +44 (0) 7492 854835

Email: ml@lovis-fi.co.uk

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Expertise

Forensic investigation and Expert Witness services
Materials science and engineering – polymers, rubbers
Composites, glass and ceramics
Metallurgy
Engineering failure analysis and product liability
Corrosion and chemical attack
Materials characterisation and testing
Escapes of water, oil and other fluids
Personal injury investigations

Profile

Michael is a Forensic Materials Engineer and Expert Witness who undertakes independent investigations into engineering incidents, acting for Insurers, Loss Adjusters, Solicitors, commercial and private clients. He provides written and oral evidence to Court in both civil and criminal cases, including as a Single Joint Expert.

By applying over 17 years of expertise and knowledge of materials science, metallurgy and engineering to investigations, Michael assists clients by determining and understanding the root cause of an incident and providing insight into the circumstances surrounding it.

Past investigations have required detailed scene inspections, laboratory examinations, light and electron microscopy, mechanical testing and materials characterisation. As an Expert Witness, Michael routinely participates in joint inspections and examinations with Experts appointed on behalf of other parties.

“We have instructed Mike on a number of cases over the years and have always been very impressed by his breadth of knowledge and his attention to detail. Mike is always amenable to travelling to clients and is very easy to liaise with; which makes running a case far easier. He is a very experienced and well-informed expert in his field; as well as being a consummate professional and helpful person to work with. I would highly recommend to anyone.”

Managing Director, forensic services provider

“I found Mike Lovis to be very approachable and helpful from the outset. He was always willing to have a chat about issues which proved very beneficial when trying to understand the science behind the problem. He had an excellent grasp of the subject matter, and causation, which ensured every angle was covered and fully addressed. His way of reporting, and use of photographs to illustrate his hypotheses, made things easy to understand and to explain to the client.”

Solicitor and Director, UK legal practice (Legal 500 Top Tier)

“Michael is a highly knowledgeable expert with an astute eye for detail. I consider his technical expertise in relation to material science unrivalled.”

Solicitor and Partner, Insurance, UK and International legal practice (Legal 500 Tier 3)