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Tips for Resolving Commercial Disputes
No organization ever wants to have to deal with the messy details of commercial disputes, but despite our best efforts, these things happen. How you respond to such a situation can make a significant difference in the outcome. Should you find yourself dealing with a dispute, whether it’s over a simple misunderstanding or something more complicated, here are a few best practices for making the process go more smoothly.
7 Steps to Take When You’re Suspicious of Employee Drug Abuse
Employee drug abuse in the workplace can lead to a wide variety of problems, many of which can affect your company’s bottom line, regardless of whether the drug happens to be alcohol, prescription medication or illegal substances, or whether the use is occurring during working hours or on the employee’s personal time. Not only do these things affect the employee in question and the company as a whole, but they can also have a negative impact on other employees, leading to a host of other problems. To avoid this, management and those in HR must be proactive and vigilant so potential issues can be addressed swiftly and effectively. If you suspect that one or more of your employees may be abusing drugs, here are 7 steps to get the situation under control.
What’s Involved in a Copyright Infringement Investigation?
Copyright infringement can be one of the most detrimental infractions a business can fall victim to. Regardless of the size or industry of the organization, locating violators and holding them accountable is something that must be done to protect the integrity and hard work of the company. As experienced private investigators, we’ve assisted with countless copyright infringement investigations over the years. Here’s what the process typically involves.
7 Important Things to Know About Court Records
Seasoned private investigators know that when it comes to collecting and compiling pertinent information to help bolster a legal case, the records filed in court can mean the difference between a nail-biter and a slam-dunk case. That said, there are certain things one should understand about court records before proceeding, including how to leverage them to help bolster your investigation. Let’s take a look.
Should I Hire a Private Investigator to Catch My Cheating Spouse?
Few situations in life are more emotionally charged as the thought of one’s spouse being unfaithful. In many cases, hiring a private investigator can help to uncover the truth so the next steps can be taken, whether they lead to divorce or reconciliation. Let’s explore some of the benefits working with a professional can have.
4 Reasons to Hire a Private Investigator During Your Divorce
Going through a divorce is difficult no matter what the circumstances. Having a skilled, experienced private investigator in your corner can make a challenging situation a little bit easier to navigate.
Tips for Conducting a Social Media Investigation
While hiring a professional to locate someone or dig up information will always net the best results, there are some actions that even a novice can use to get the ball rolling on a social media investigation before having to bring in an expert. Let’s take a look.
Corporate Investigations: How to Locate Former Employees
Locating a former employee can be challenging. These tips can provide some direction prior to hiring a private investigator for a formal corporate investigation.
5 Ways a Private Investigator Can Help with Your Child Custody Case
Child custody cases can be extremely difficult to prove. A private investigator can help you gather the evidence you need to keep your children safe, healthy and happy.
An Adoption Story: How Adoption Investigation Brought a Family Together
Thirty-five years ago, Nancy Gille made one of the hardest decisions of her life. After holding her newborn baby daughter for only two minutes, she gave up the child that she was sure she'd see again. "I didn’t tell any of my family, I didn’t tell any of my friends...
Financial Infidelity – 12 Signs Your Spouse May Be Hiding Money
Although no one gets married with the goal of getting divorced, between 40-50% of all couples end up calling it quits. While many speculate the core reasons about why this statistic is so high, there is no doubt that the emotional and financial fallout can be...
Are Your Employees as Nice as They Seem? Why You Should Have a Private Investigator on the Inside
Picture this: You are constantly getting bombarded with complaints from your customers about the service at a single location. From rude transactions to mismanaged orders, it seems that no one is having a good experience with your company. Yet, every time you go to...
Chevron Scrambles to Explain Away Leaked Video Footage – Where Should Investigators Go From Here?
It seems that Chevron will do anything to keep their corporate reputation pristine, including whitewashing soil samples that have been contaminated with oil. On April 8, 2015, Amazon Watch released hours of corporate videotape uploaded by a Chevron...
Kurt and Courtney – Can One PI’s Story Reopen The Rocker’s Cold Case?
Today is the anniversary that many 30-somethings remember tragically. On April 5th, 1994, the up-and-coming rock star Kurt Cobain committed suicide at his home in Seattle, WA. Not only did this event shock the music world, but it began a series of investigations into...
Is It Time to Fire Your PI? The Top 7 Investigator No-No’s
Contrary to popular belief (and noir fiction), private investigators aren't above the law. In fact, they have the same rights, responsibilities, and rules as every other private citizen. Unfortunately, there are some private investigators who have bought into the...
Essence
ESSENCE Special Report: How D.C.'s Disappearing Girls Highlight The Nation's Black and Missing Problem
Vice
What We Know About the Missing Teen Whose Parents Were Shot to Death
San Diego Tribune
Private eyes look for runaways, sex-trade victims to rescue
Stuff
Police reveal number of missing people who are believed to have been murdered
Cleveland
Activists call for dedicated missing persons unit; cities that have them caution against high hopes
Cape Cod Times
Most missing adult cases unsolved
Pheonix New Times
The National Center for Missing Adults’ Funding Was Slashed by the Feds, but Volunteers Are Keeping It Alive
Los Angeles Daily News
LAPD, family both trying to find man missing 4 1/2 years
Ann Arbor News
Is Olisa Williams still alive?