The holiday season offers time to pause, reflect, and recharge. It’s a chance to appreciate the milestones we’ve reached together and look forward to the exciting opportunities ahead. As we begin to wrap up 2025, we would like to take a moment to express our gratitude. To our

We are proud to announce the appointment of environmental consulting expert Michael Novak, LSRP, to New Jersey Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill’s Interdisciplinary Task Force. The Task Force is designed to bring together voices from across New Jersey’s key sectors – including

On January 1, 2026, J.S. Held turnaround and restructuring expert and Senior Managing Director Brian Gleason will begin his term as Global President of @TMAGlobal. Brian is a Certified Turnaround Professional (CTP) who serves on TMA’s Global Executive Board, has led the

We’re proud to celebrate the honors J.S. Held and our experts have earned throughout 2025. Our team’s technical, scientific, and financial expertise is recognized globally by leading outlets across disciplines including investigations, risk advisory, forensics, turnaround and

Timing is crucial when addressing water damage because mold doesn’t develop immediately — it requires specific conditions and time to grow. Understanding these factors and applying knowledge to insurance claims, legal cases, and remediation strategies can be paramount in

Under current corporate accounting practices, artificial intelligence (AI) companies’ most valuable resources – large language models, training datasets, and algorithms – remain “off the books” or uncapitalized. As the importance of AI continues to grow in the global

Fraud prevention isn’t just a compliance issue — it’s about building a culture that protects your business. Ethics and oversight are essential for resilience and trust in today’s risk landscape. Forensic accountants Natalie Lewis, CPA, CFF, CFE, and Pamela Hefner, CPA, CFE,

This #InternationalVolunteerDay, we’re celebrating the incredible generosity of our team members across the globe who give their time, talent, and treasures to support their communities. From lending support through J.S. Held Helping Hands initiatives, to being honored with the

We are thrilled to welcome GLI Advisors  – led by Steve Galash, Larry Gregg, and Teddy Odgers – a trusted partner in construction project and community development throughout the US West Coast and Hawaii. GLI is a first-class team with expertise rooted in general contracting,

We are proud to recognize Rebecca Pusch (Becky) as our Q3 2025 Held’s Hero Award recipient. Rebecca has over 19 years of litigation and financial consulting experience and specializes in forensic accounting, complex data analysis, and financial modeling. Outside of J.S. Held, for

Passive soil gas sampling is a non-traditional approach used in environmental assessments to evaluate subsurface conditions and identify areas of concern, contaminants and their source, migration pathways, and potential receptors – all of which help inform a conceptual site model

Daubert challenges have been on the rise since the 1999 Supreme Court decision in Kumho Tire Co. v. Carmichael, which confirmed that Daubert standards for assessing the reliability of expert testimony apply to all experts — not just scientific ones. In a recent case involving

We’re incredibly grateful to the individuals and teams who generously share their time, expertise, and support. Your dedication and partnership make a difference in our success. Thanks to shared goals, open conversations, and steady collaboration, we continue to make meaningful

Stay informed about the latest recalls and product safety alerts from trusted sources, such as the @USCPSC, the @US_FDA, and the @NHTSAgov. Our Environmental, Health, and Safety practice monitors these updates to help you navigate product risks and ensure your safety. Five new

The first snow event for portions of the upper Midwest is occurring right now with a general 5-10" of snow expected. Higher amounts are likely near the lakes. Farther south of the low pressure track, high winds are likely as the cold front blows through.

We are proud to announce that John Brennan, LSRP, and Michael Novak, LSRP, have been recognized as Environmental Influencers by @ROINJNews for the third consecutive year. John and Michael are senior leaders in our Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) practice, each bringing

From healthcare fraud to cyber theft and bankruptcy litigation, technology is reshaping investigations for complex claims/litigation. Natalie Lewis and Mike Gaudet combine their financial and technical expertise to extract key insights from their recent panel discussion at the

When fraud threatens a business, clarity and precision matter. Forensic accounting and digital investigations offer a structured and strategic approach to uncovering the truth – but no two cases are ever the same. Investigators must navigate unexpected challenges with sound

Strategic management of intellectual property (IP) and artificial intelligence (AI) assets has become a crucial driver of valuation in mergers and acquisitions. Originally published by The M&A Journal, this article by James E. Malackowski and Angelica Hofmann explores why