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Hawkins recently welcomed clients and industry colleagues to an engaging evening of technical insight and networking at One Moorgate Place, London, for our latest CPD event, What Lies Beneath.
Our team was joined by loss adjusters, insurers, and industry professionals for a run through of a forensic investigation, demonstrating how experts from multiple disciplines collaborate to uncover the causes of complex failures and support high-value claims.
The CILA-accredited presentation centred on a major sinkhole incident, with Hawkins specialists showcasing how geotechnical, materials science, electrical engineering, and quantum evidence can be tested, analysed and correlated to establish causation and determine liability exposures.
Hawkins experts presenting included Geotechnical Engineering expert, Yvonne Ainsworth, Mechanical and Materials Expert Nick Wright, Electrical Engineering Expert Richard Heath, and Quantum Expert Nigel Jackson from ALA, Hawkins’ quantum and delay subsidiary. The multi-disciplinary panel explored the forensic investigation process from initial failure through to the assessment of losses associated with reconstruction and remediation works.
Adding a client perspective to the discussion, Luke Brannigan of Crawford & Company shared insights into the claims journey and the practical challenges faced during complex investigations.
In addition to the presentations, guests were given the opportunity to examine real-life exhibits from Hawkins’ casework and experience an immersive 3D virtual walk-through of a fire scene using VR technology, showcasing how innovative tools are supporting modern forensic investigations.
The evening concluded with a drinks reception and networking session, allowing attendees to continue discussions with our presenters, the wider Hawkins team, and peers from across the insurance and claims sectors.
Hawkins would like to thank everyone who attended and contributed to the success of the event. We look forward to welcoming clients and colleagues to future CPD and networking events.
If you are interested in our forensic investigators delivering training or a forensic fun day for your team, please get in touch.
