Garrett Wood, Charlotte Regional Manager, began his career at DELTA |v| in 2015 after earning his Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering, with a focus in Injury Biomechanics, from Duke University. Garrett also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical and Biomedical Engineering from Duke University.

As an undergraduate and graduate student, Garrett worked in the Duke Injury Biomechanics Laboratory as a research associate. He investigated blast and blunt trauma models for traumatic brain injuries and Hybrid III dummy skin for automobile crash applications.

Garrett’s education and friendly personality make him a great addition to the DELTA |v| team. He is regularly involved in field work, which includes data collection, truck downloads and investigations. He is also entrenched in drawing production, vehicle accident reconstruction and vehicle system analyses. Garrett brings his unique background in crash injury biomechanics to the DELTA |v| list of services and thoroughly enjoys analyzing these types of incidents. In 2021, Garrett became the Regional Manager of the Charlotte office.

Originally from Charlotte, Garrett is happy to be back in the area. On weekends he enjoys spending quality time with his family and participating in outdoor activities such as camping, fishing and hunting. You may also catch him cheering on the Duke University basketball team from time to time.

Tim Cheek’s engineering interest grew from his high school physics and chemistry courses. This led to a pursuit of degrees in the field of materials engineering. Tim started his career as a consultant where he learned the relationship between materials failure analysis and forensic engineering.

Prior to arriving at DELTA |v|, Tim spent seven years in product development at a commercial vehicle manufacturer. As the manager of the metallurgical laboratories, he led efforts in component failure analysis and the support of truck and bus product design. As a Product Integrity Engineer, he investigated accidents of various types including crashes and fires, and was a corporate representative in product litigation matters. Although Tim enjoyed that experience, he missed the client interaction that consulting allowed. 

In 2005, Tim moved to Charlotte to join the DELTA |v| team. In addition to reconstructing motor vehicle crashes, Tim is one of DELTA |v|’s resident vehicle product liability experts with a specialty in steering, braking, and vehicle dynamics, as well as advanced driver assist systems and component failure analysis. He is a nationally sought-after expert in these areas, and he also enjoys teaching and publishing as a way to share his experiences with the forensic community. 

Tim recently began playing tennis again, a sport in which he competed as a junior. He also enjoys traveling and watching his Florida Gators compete. 

Lindsay Oleson’s interest in forensics grew from her passion for solving puzzles and problems.  After obtaining a B.S.E. in Bioengineering, Lindsay began her career in consulting where she learned to apply mechanical and bioengineering principles in the context of motor vehicle collisions. 

Prior to joining DELTA |v| in 2023, Lindsay spent her career focused on vehicle accident reconstruction, injury biomechanics, and driver behavior. Her areas of expertise include occupant dynamics, vehicle dynamics, and accident reconstruction. Lindsay performs biomechanical analysis on cases involving low-speed and high-severity accidents, driver determination, restraint and helmet usage, slips and falls, and other accidental events. She has reconstructed vehicle accidents involving passenger vehicles, motorcycles, bicycles, pedestrians, and commercial vehicles, as well as complex collisions such as vehicle rollovers. 

Lindsay Oleson is a registered Mechanical Engineer (CA, M39934) and an accredited Accident Reconstructionist through the Accreditation Commission for Traffic Accident Reconstruction (ACTAR #2858). She is also trained and experienced in collision reconstruction technologies, including digital site mapping and the collection and analysis of event data recorder information from passenger cars and commercial vehicles, as well as injury biomechanics. 

Outside the office, Lindsay enjoys hiking, spending time with her pets, reading, and cooking. 

Taylor Johnson, Professional Engineer, began at DELTA |v| in 2017. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Science and Mechanics and a Master’s degree in Biomedical Engineering from Virginia Tech. Taylor’s graduate research focused on Advance Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and driver behavior related to lane and road departures. His education and prior research experience at the Virginia Tech Center for Injury Biomechanics provide Taylor with the knowledge necessary to succeed at DELTA |v|.

Taylor efficiently analyzes incidents, visits incident sites with senior engineers, and accurately reviews files. Taylor’s outstanding work allows senior engineers and clients to trust him to resolve their motor vehicle matters.

In his spare time, you will find Taylor on the water training for stand-up paddle board races. He also enjoys other outdoor activities such as cycling, hiking, and fishing.

Daniel Violette joined DELTA |v| in 2016 as an Associate Engineer. He took on the role of Professional Engineer within our Charlotte office in 2022. He received his BS in Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Mathematics from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.

Dan’s desire to apply his analytical mind and attention to detail to challenging work at a cutting-edge firm was just one of the reasons he was drawn to DELTA |v|. He appreciates that, in his role, hands-on work in the field is balanced with time dedicated to in-office analysis. He gets fulfillment both from his duties and from time spent with his colleagues each day.

Prior to arriving at DELTA |v|, Dan worked as a Mechanical Design Engineer for a turf care equipment manufacturer.

In his free time, you’ll find Dan spending time with his wife and dog. When it comes to activities, he enjoys anything that gets him outside: camping, hiking, hunting, fishing, and working on vehicles and motorcycles.