From Novice to Pro: The Hurdles of Being a New Private Investigator

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Starting a career as a new private investigator can be both a thrilling adventure and a daunting journey. It’s a profession that challenges a person to understand and ultimately master a unique skill set, serious determination, and the ability to face a multitude of unusual challenges head-on. From navigating the intricacies of the legal landscape … Read more

Top 5 Reasons You Read “Private Investigator Arrested”

Top 5 Reasons Your Read "Private Investigator Arrested"

Let’s dive into the top 5 reasons you might stumble upon news articles with the eye-catching headline “Private Investigator Arrested.” Even though private investigations are a legit career path, just like any other profession, some PIs end up getting into trouble. Here are the scoop and the lowdown on why they find themselves in handcuffs, … Read more

Tips to Avoid Internet Scams in 2023

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Most internet users know about email and phishing scams involving Nigerian Prince claims, emails from “lawyers” asking for bank transfers, and links from “businesses” claiming you’ve won an unsolicited prize or sweepstakes. If you still fall for those, stop! You will not get any money from a prince. No one died and left you a … Read more

5 Questions You Should Ask a Private Investigator

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Private investigators specialize in several fields. You may need to hire a PI to ensure child custody, find a missing person, catch a cheating partner, or even just run some employment background checks. But not all PIs are worth your consideration. You may need to interview several investigators before finding the right fit. But what … Read more

4 Signs of Identify Theft

Identity theft is a major concern for most Americans. According to statistics, nearly 33% of Americans have experienced some type of identity theft during their lifetime. Seniors are especially at risk and often considered the primarily targeted group. However, any age group, including children, can be targets. Unfortunately, many younger victims won’t discover the resulting … Read more

4 Reasons Lawyers Hire Private Investigators

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Information is power, and that’s been the guiding force of the legal system since The Judiciary System was established in 1789. That system focused on the government overseeing state laws, but lawyers worked diligently to win their clients’ cases long before that system was set in motion. While defenders always focused on their clients to … Read more

Why Do Lawyers Hire Private Investigators

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There are 21 legal fields practiced in the U.S. ranging from Animal Law to Tax Law. And over 1.3 million licensed attorneys nationwide work diligently to defend their clients’ rights and win legal claims and cases whenever possible. Regardless of how good or experienced a lawyer happens to be, at some point they’ll need the … Read more

4 Reasons Families May Need a Private Investigator

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The concept of private investigation may spur thoughts of exciting car chases, legal cases, and extensive police affairs. However, the truth is there are several reasons anyone could benefit from the assistance of a professional PI. But what are some reasons families may need a private investigator? Child Custody Evidence According to one nationwide decade-long … Read more

5 Reasons for a Corporate Investigation

There are nearly 32 million small businesses across America, and they’re all responsible for the health, safety, and security of their workers–at least while on and at the job. Simple security measures and safe reporting methods go a long way to help ensure the business stays afloat. But sometimes that’s simply not enough. Company loss … Read more

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