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

5 Questions to Ask a Licensed Private Investigator Before Hiring

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There are almost 30,000 private investigation businesses across the US, and the number of employees in that industry is expected to grow 3% annually through 2025. The need for a legitimate, licensed private investigator has seen record highs due to a variety of factors, including background checks, child support issues, medical claims, and cheating partners. … Read more

Criminal History Background Checks

Hiring the best employees can be an arduous task, and many businesses fail miserably, losing millions in potential revenue in the process. But the smart employers know how to dig deeper into their applicants by conducting the right background checks. Since 2003, the Ban the Box movement has helped millions of applicants get their foot … Read more

5 Reasons to Get a Background Check

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It’s easy to run a background check through an online service – they’re fast, affordable, and promise results. But they are often incorrect, not at all thorough, and out of date. The only way to get a complete background check is to go through a certified private investigator who has the tools and resources to … Read more

Should I Run a Background Check on an Independent Contractor?

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An independent contractor is actually a business or person who outsources their need for work or their personal skills, goods, or services through a verbal or written agreement. And according to national statistics, freelance work is at an all-time high with nearly 60 million Americans outsourcing their trade or services in lieu of alternative employment. … Read more

Should You Check a Job Applicant’s Financial Background & Salary History?

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Several specific questions are essential for a hiring manager or HR department to pose during an interview. Inquiries regarding previous salary history or the applicant’s financial background can act as a critical tool in salary negotiations and be an important factor in the hiring decisions. But in today’s modern world, it can also be considered … Read more

4 Best Practices of Employee Background Checks

Hiring the right job candidate can be tricky, time-consuming, and expensive business, especially if you’re too lenient or in a rush. According to national research, almost 80% of job candidates flat-out lie on their resumes or applications, and more than 60% claim master skills in subjects of which they barely have basic knowledge. Moreover, two-thirds … Read more

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Finding a Birth Parent with a Private Investigator

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Approximately 140,000 children are adopted annually for a total of 1.5 million adopted kids nationwide. That averages to about one in every 50 children living with an adopted parent or family unit. Around 90% of those children have positive relationships with their adoptive parents, so it’s clear adoption does not have the taboo tags of … Read more

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