David Peraza, P.E. directs the structural engineering practice in the New York office of Exponent. He specializes in the investigation of structural failures, condition assessments, and the development of remedial measures for distressed structures. He is a member of ASCE 7, ASCE 37, and serves on the Executive Committee of ASCE’s Technical Council of Forensic Engineering. Dave can be reached at dperaza@exponent.com.