By AstridHowell October 06, 2012
Turn Key Investigations is a excellent company to use to do background checks,look for individuals along with helping to investigate civil and criminal cases give them a try. ...read more
By Seaside Services September 20, 2011
and success to you! ...read more
Life is unpredictable; you never know what twists or turns it may take. One day you may find yourself at a crossroad, needing to make an important decision that could affect your life, your family or your business, but you don't have all the facts you need to make an informed decision. When you have a need to find out the facts of any given situation, need evidence for court or are simply looking for peace of mind, you might find yourself thinking about hiring a private ivnestigator. Before you thumb through your local yellow pages or go on line and google "private investigator" here are some things you should look for in choosing an agency to work with: In Florida, a licensed private investigator must own or be employed by a Class "A" licensed private investigation agency and may only engage in investigative services through a licensed agency. So, the first thing you want to do is verify the licenses of both the agency and the investigator. Although many states differ in their licensing requirements, you can check with the Division of Licensing in the state in which the investigation agency operates to confirm that they are licensed. Here in Florida, private investigators are regulated through the Florida Department of Agricuture and Consumer Services, Division of Licensing. Check to see if there have been any complaints filed or if the state has taken any disciplinary action against the private investigator or agency. In Florida, these records are available to the public under the Florida Sunshine Law. Next, verify that the agency is insured. While there is no requirement that a private investigation agency in the state of Florida be insured, a firm that is responsibly managed will be. Inquire about experience and qualifications. Be sure to ask specifically about the investigator that will be working your case and how much experience they have. Be clear aout what your objectives are and the evidence that you are looking for. If the agency does not offer the precise service that you need, ask for a referral to an agency that can help you. Most agencies will require you to sign a Contract and Retainer Agreement. If they don't, you should insist upon it. It is for your protection as well as theirs. At a minimum, the contract should include the specific service and purpose that you are retaining the agency for, the retainer amount paid, the hourly rate (or flat rate if applicable) charged, any expenses which are deemed necessary to carry out the investigation that you will be responsible for in addition to the hourly rate, the agreed upon rate for any court appearances or depositions, administrative costs and any refund policy. If there is something in the contract you don't understand, ask for clarification. Avoid hiring an investigator who claims he has never "lost" a subject during surveillance. No investigator likes to lose their subject, but even the most experienced investigators lose their subject occasionally. Weather conditions, traffic flow and traffic lights are some examples of things that an investigator can not control while following a subject. Following a subject can be dangerous to both the investigator and the public. A professional investigator will not put anyone's safety at risk. And finally, stay clear of an investigator who guarantees he can get you anything you want. Some information is considered private and can not legally be obtained. A reputable agency understands trespassing and privacy laws, is fully and legally compliant with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), the Gramm-Leach Bliley Act (GLB), the Driver's Privacy Protection Act (DPPA) and all other local, state and federal laws and will never engage in conduct that is illegal or considered improper. If you have any questions, would like additional information or would like to speak to an investigator, please call us at 772-567-9198 or visit our website at www.EaglesPI.com ...read more
By Eagle's Point Investigations, Inc September 20, 2011
Many criminals obtain cell phone records illegally. The criminals set up fake accounts either online or by calling and pretending to be the account holder and getting information. But, there are a few ways to obtain the cell phone records legally. ...read more
Today's media has created a lot of buzz about fraud investigators. Television shows and movies make this look like a cool career with a lot of action. While the actual job may not be quite as action packed as the media portrays, it can be a great career with a steady income. ...read more
