NES provides litigation support on water damage/ toxic mold cases including visual inspections and mold sampling, review of inspection and sampling reports prepared by other consultants, and expert witness testimony during depositions or at trial. NES has also acted as a third party, independent mediator on several water damage cases to help involved parties achieve a mutually agreeable resolution during arbitration proceedings or settlement negotiations. NES can collect and review data to assist in determining the cause of water intrusion and damages resulting from water intrusion, particularly where furniture or personal contents are involved. When necessary, NES prepares Recommended Microbial Remediation Protocols to assist insurance representatives and attorneys with soliciting bids and cost estimates for remediation of affected building structures and contents. NES can also provide support for cases involving occupational exposures and workers compensation claims.