Essence of the research

Judicial product examination is conducted after being appointed by the court: the expert receives the ruling, questions, and materials, is warned about liability, and submits the conclusion to the court. Before the appointment, an informational letter is possible.

Who conducts the research

Forensic product examination in Moscow is conducted by product examination expert Andrey Viktorovich. When performing the work, the object, documents, posed questions, technical documentation, condition of the goods, signs of use, damage, completeness, and possibility of further use are taken into account.

Objects and materials of the research

non-food products of various groups
furniture, clothing, shoes, and accessories
household, children's, and sports goods
Property after flooding, fire, delivery, or repair

Characteristic defects and controversial signs

dispute over the presence and nature of a defect
non-compliance of the product with the contract
contradictory conclusions of the parties
the need to determine the mechanism of damage

What the product examination expert determines

Identification of the object and its compliance with the submitted documents
Presence, location, and severity of defects, damages, and other commodity signs
Probable stage and mechanism of formation of the identified deficiencies
Impact of defects on completeness, appearance, and usability
Sufficiency of product examination methods or the need for another specialist

Questions that can be posed to the expert

Are there any defects in the object and what is their nature?
Does the product comply with the contract and specifications?
What is the likely mechanism of damage formation?
Is a comprehensive study required?

How the research is conducted

Preservation of the object, its labeling, and connection with documents are checked
signs related to objects are recorded: non-food products of various groups, furniture, clothing, shoes, and accessories
Photographic documentation is performed, and if necessary — available measurements and comparison of similar elements
The actual condition is compared with the contract, instructions, acts, and the chronology of events
Conclusions are formulated separately for each issue, indicating any limitations

Documents and source information

name of the court and case number
ruling or draft questions
list and condition of objects
contracts, certificates, photos, and conclusions of the parties

Scope of competence

The expert interacts with the court within the framework of the determination and does not coordinate conclusions with any party. In case of insufficient materials or if the issue goes beyond their competence, they refer the matter to the court rather than supplementing the data with assumptions.

Cost and timeframe

The cost is determined after examining the object, the number of issues, the volume of documents, the need for a site visit, laboratory work, or the involvement of other specialists. Before starting the study, the scope of work, timeframe, price, and format of the final document are agreed upon.

Frequently asked questions

Is it possible to start with photographs?

Yes. Competence, the composition of materials, and the need for inspection can be determined from photographs and documents. A categorical conclusion about the nature of a defect usually requires direct examination of the object.

What if the object has already been repaired or modified?

It is necessary to provide acts, work orders, and photographs before intervention. The report separately considers which features could have been lost or altered.

Will the report be suitable for a claim or court?

Yes. A specialist's report can be used for a claim, negotiations, preparation of a lawsuit, objections, or a motion for appointment of a judicial examination. If the examination is appointed by the court, the final document is issued as an expert’s report within the scope of the questions posed.

Forensic product examination in Moscow