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"The Rogue Chicken Theory - A Forensic Engineering Investigation into a Structural Collapse"

What caused the collapse of a commercial egg facility-300,000 birds lost, and conflicting theories on the table? This case study dives deep into a real-world forensic engineering investigation to uncover the facts behind the incident. Legal professionals will find actionable insights into causation testing, liability strategy, and expert witness considerations.

When 300,000 hens perished in a structural collapse at a large-scale egg production facility, the initial cause was chalked up to an unlikely chain reaction—a rogue chicken triggering a feed spill. But was that really what brought down a 12-tier cage system? A forensic engineering investigation set out to uncover the truth.

This case study examines two conflicting theories of causation and how thorough engineering analysis dismantled the popular assumption. Legal teams will gain insight into how forensic methods like structural load testing, weld inspection, and control logic reviews provide the factual clarity needed to support litigation strategies. You'll also learn how early involvement of expert witnesses can help define liability across multiple parties, including installers, manufacturers, and operations teams.

Whether you're preparing for trial, assessing exposure in a product liability case, or building an early-stage defense, this report illustrates the value of impartial, data-driven investigation in complex claims.

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• How engineering analysis disproved the prevailing assumption of causation
• Evidence-based findings that stood up to Federal Rule 702
• Critical lessons on causation testing and liability distribution
• Visual demonstratives and expert testimony best practices
• Why legal teams turn to independent experts to clarify facts in unwitnessed events

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