Accident Reconstruction Experts
From early investigative involvement through expert witness testimony, our reconstruction experts help attorneys, claims professionals, and commercial fleet operators preserve evidence, understand the collision, and make informed case decisions, with findings built to withstand the toughest scrutiny.
ACTAR-Accredited • Career Police Experience
Northwestern University Educators • Court-Tested Expert Witnesses
Based in Woodstock, Illinois, we provide accident investigation and reconstruction services throughout the Midwest and nationwide.
Discuss Your Case
Connect with an accident reconstructionist to discuss your collision, review the evidence, and determine your next steps.
Submit an inquiry online or call us at 815.855.1050.
Meet the Reconstruction Team
One Team for Your Accident Investigation
Collision Analytics supports attorneys, claims professionals, and commercial fleet operators with coordinated vehicle inspections, crash site investigations, accident reconstruction analysis, and expert witness testimony.
Our own technicians conduct inspections, and our experts analyze vehicle downloads and video in-house. We can also retain evidence to maintain the chain of custody and coordinate specialized downloads through established industry partners.
This connected approach minimizes handoffs, maintains consistent analysis, and reduces coordination delays, keeping inspections and reporting on track as your deadlines evolve.
Andrew W. Thomas
Founder & Principal Reconstructionist
Nicholas M. Funk
Principal Reconstructionist
Eric Fohlmeister
Associate Reconstructionist
Peter Mader
Technician
Renée Fetty
Office Manager
Our Expertise
Our accident reconstruction experts combine field investigation and prior law-enforcement experience with advanced reconstruction methods to collect, preserve, and interpret evidence. We evaluate vehicle dynamics, electronic data, and scene evidence together using the same established methods we teach other industry professionals. This experience helps us recognize when further investigation is needed and when the documented facts support technically sound conclusions.
Investigation & Services
Early involvement in a crash investigation helps preserve critical evidence before conditions change or data becomes unavailable. Our services include vehicle and site inspections, EDR/ECM “black box” downloads, video analysis, accident reconstruction, 3D simulations, and expert witness testimony. Engage us for rapid response investigation, a specific service, or coordinated support throughout your case.
Our Value
Our accident reconstructions account for each case’s circumstances, complexity, and exposure. We apply our understanding of real-world dynamics to explain what the evidence means and answer the questions that matter to your case. You get clear answers and defensible conclusions, reducing uncertainty and providing a reliable basis for evaluating claims and making informed case decisions.
Accident Investigation & Reconstruction Services
Rapid Response
Time-sensitive accident investigations require immediate action. Our rapid response team documents crash scenes, vehicles, and perishable evidence before conditions change or data is lost.
Forensic Documentation
Accurate forensic documentation supports reliable accident reconstruction. We capture detailed measurements of crash scenes, vehicle damage, and human factors using established forensic methodology.
Collision Event Data
Vehicle systems record critical pre-crash and crash data. We retrieve and analyze event data recorder (EDR), ECM, and onboard system data to support reconstruction and failure analysis.
Video Analysis
Video evidence provides additional insight into crash events. We analyze surveillance, dashcam, and onboard footage to evaluate timing, vehicle motion, driver input, and the sequence of events.
Accident Reconstruction & Simulation
Accident reconstruction applies forensic methodology, vehicle dynamics, and detailed investigation to determine how a collision occurred. We analyze physical evidence and crash data to develop well-supported findings, translating complex data into a clear sequence of events and visual simulations for use in investigations, depositions, or at trial.
Light Vehicle Collisions
Passenger vehicle collisions often require analysis beyond the initial police report. We conduct detailed inspections and apply forensic methods to evaluate vehicle damage, impact dynamics, and contributing factors.
Motorcycle Collisions
Motorcycle collisions involve unique dynamics related to rider motion, visibility, and roadway interaction. Our analysis is informed by firsthand motorcycle enforcement experience, providing added perspective when evaluating crash circumstances, rider behavior, and contributing factors.
Heavy Vehicle & Commercial Fleet Collisions
Commercial vehicle collisions involve complex mechanical systems and extensive operational data. We collect and analyze ECM data, vehicle systems, and performance factors, with the resources and connections necessary to access critical information when it is not readily available
Expert Witness Testimony
Accident reconstruction findings must be clearly communicated in legal proceedings. We provide expert witness testimony supported by forensic analysis, technical data, and extensive deposition and trial experience, including hundreds of hours of courtroom testimony.
Professional Training & Presentations
Our reconstructionists play an active role in advancing the field of collision investigation and reconstruction. As instructors in Northwestern University’s professional programs, and through their own continued education, they remain engaged at the leading edge of the industry. Our training and presentations translate real-world case experience into practical, applicable knowledge for professionals.
Request a consultation with one of our experts today.
Contact us to preserve your collision data. Schedule a vehicle inspection, site inspection, or submit your request today. Curious right now? Give us a call at 815.855.1050.