3D Laser scanning has become an increasingly useful technology for analyzing crime scenes and accident scenes. 3D modeled animations can be introduced at trial to "tell the story" to the jury in visual re-creation. Engineering experts and private investigator experts may testify as to how the model was developed and how it applies to the case. Experts may be hired by law enforcement agencies and District Attorney's Offices as experts, but are often times hired by Plaintiff's legal counsel in civil cases and by Defense counsel in criminal matters.
Presenters
Alan Skinner, President and CEO of VirtuaLabs
Alan brings over 25 years of experience in 3D modeling, animation, and forensic reconstruction. He specializes in using advanced 3D laser scanning to document and analyze crime scenes and crash scenes with precision and accuracy. His work helps translate complex evidence into clear, defensible visualizations for investigations and legal proceedings.
Alan is a former tenured professor at Napa Valley College, where he taught CAD, 3D modeling, and digital media. As President and CEO of VirtuaLabs, he continues to lead projects in forensic visualization and UAV operations, delivering practical solutions to complex investigative challenges.
Ron Lopez, Medical Forensics Investigator and Registered Nurse, RLA Investigations
Ron holds dual licensure as both a registered nurse and certified private investigator, medical forensics investigator and CA Superior Court-qualified expert witness. As such, he is in the unique position to bring sophisticated forensic analysis to any investigation where it is needed. He is a CALI member and Certified Professional Investigator (CPI.) Ron has worked with 3D laser analysis experts in cases he has been involved with.
After completing a research internship in the Dept. of Chemical Physics at Caltech, then completing his Human Biology degree at Stanford, Ron took his first job as an emergency room & orthopedic technician at San Jose Hospital and never looked back. His work in emergency, intensive care, disaster medicine, and critical care transport nursing has taken him into a broad spectrum of adventure, including wilderness & urban search and rescue teams; federal disasters including the Northridge earthquake, Oklahoma City Bombing; Y2K event; the 9/11 attacks; Hurricane Katrina, and more. Ron is a contributing author in multiple legal textbooks and he currently keeps sharp with work as an expert witness & medical forensics investigator while working as a medication infusion nurse.
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