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Litigation Support Service
Legal cases are often won or lost based on the quality of the facts, evidence, and witnesses presented in court. While attorneys are experts in legal strategy and courtroom advocacy, private investigators play a crucial role behind the scenes by uncovering information, locating key individuals, and documenting evidence that can strengthen a case.
Litigation support services provided by private investigators help law firms build stronger cases, uncover hidden facts, and prepare compelling evidence for trial. From locating witnesses to documenting fraud, investigators serve as a critical extension of the legal team.
Key Litigation Support Services Private Investigators Provide
Witness Location and Interviews
Witness testimony can be one of the most powerful pieces of evidence in a legal case. However, locating witnesses—especially those who have moved or are attempting to avoid involvement—can be challenging.
Private investigators specialize in:
- Locating difficult-to-find witnesses
- Conducting background research on witnesses
- Performing recorded or documented interviews
- Verifying witness credibility
Investigators often identify individuals who were never listed in police reports or accident records, uncovering testimony that could significantly impact the outcome of a case.
Background Investigations
Understanding the background of parties involved in a lawsuit can provide valuable context and strategic advantages.
Investigators can conduct detailed background investigations on:
- Plaintiffs and defendants
- Expert witnesses
- Corporate executives
- Business entities
These investigations may reveal prior litigation, financial issues, undisclosed relationships, or credibility concerns that could affect the case.
Surveillance and Evidence Documentation
In certain cases—such as personal injury claims, workers’ compensation disputes, or insurance fraud—surveillance can help verify whether a person’s actions match their claims.
Private investigators may conduct surveillance to:
- Document physical activities
- Verify employment or work activities
- Identify undisclosed associates
- Confirm residence or daily routines
Asset Searches and Financial Investigations
When a lawsuit involves financial damages, hidden assets, or fraud, investigators can help uncover financial information relevant to the case.
Asset investigations may reveal:
- Undisclosed bank accounts
- Real estate ownership
- Business interests
- Vehicles and luxury assets
- Shell companies used to hide wealth
This information can be critical in cases involving judgments, divorce litigation, business disputes, or fraud claims.
Social Media and Online Evidence Collection
Social media and digital activity have become an important source of evidence in modern litigation.
Private investigators often analyze and preserve online evidence from platforms such as:
- Social media profiles
- Online marketplaces
- Professional networking sites
- Forums and public posts
This type of evidence may contradict testimony, demonstrate relationships between parties, or establish timelines relevant to a case.
Skip Tracing and Defendant Location
Sometimes individuals involved in a lawsuit intentionally avoid service of process or disappear after legal action begins.
Private investigators use advanced research techniques to locate individuals by analyzing:
- Public records
- Address histories
- Phone records
- Employment data
- Digital footprints
Successfully locating a defendant or witness allows attorneys to move forward with service, testimony, or depositions.
Accident and Incident Investigations
For cases involving accidents, workplace incidents, or disputes over liability, investigators can conduct independent scene investigations.
These investigations may include:
- Photographing accident locations
- Interviewing witnesses near the scene
- Gathering security camera footage
- Reviewing public records or prior incidents
Independent investigative work can uncover facts that were overlooked during initial reports.
Video, photographs, and activity logs collected during surveillance may become valuable evidence in court.
Surveillance and witness testimony are the best way to prove these factors, and that is where our dedicated investigators can help assist in providing our customers with the best opportunity to prove their case.
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*Litigation support services have several options, but if surveillance and investiation is needed, a minimum of 3 hours is required. This is to ensure a minimum standard of quality. If more hours are desired for a more thorough investigation, both the customer and investigator will communicate that need. Customers are never charged without their approval.
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