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Exaggerating on Workers Compensation Claims Crosses Moral Boundaries

Exaggerating on Workers Compensation Claims Crosses Moral Boundaries

Most private investigators, at one time or another, have investigated fraudulent workers compensation claims and in fact, many train on that type of work, as these claims always seem to be in good supply. Much of my earlier experience involved insurance claims and my biggest client in my early days was a large insurance defense firm. Many people, even the seemingly honest ones, will at least exaggerate a claim and the less than honest will fabricate one all together. 

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When an Accident is an Accident

When an Accident is an Accident

In a previous column, I wrote about fake and fraudulent claims that people make against insurance carriers; those that we usually uncover during an investigation. A red flag usually pops up sometime during the adjuster’s examination and then we get the call. In this case, where the claim amount is in the millions of dollars, we’re likely to get that same call.

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S. Brian Matthews Interview on Between Takes

S. Brian Matthews Interview on Between Takes

S. Brian Mathews of LA Intelligence was recently interviewed on Between Takes where he provides some very interesting and informative information regarding private investigation services. Brian recounts some of his most interesting cases and discusses the extreme amount of fraud that is taken place in our society.

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How to Collect After Judgment: Part 2

How to Collect After Judgment: Part 2

At some point my client and his wife realized that the money given to the decorator was not being used for its intended purpose — furniture, accessories, etc. They attempted to contact the decorator but to no avail, so he sued him and won a money judgment for more than $550,000 by default. Clearly, he had no defense — so why show up!

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Post Judgment Recovery: How to Collect?

Post Judgment Recovery: How to Collect?

A fellow P.I. recently referred an interesting client to me. This new client had a judgment in favor of a previously well-respected designer decorator for more than a half million dollars. The client knew there was little chance of collecting, not only because the decorator didn’t have the client’s money anymore, but because the laws that govern “post judgment recovery” are complicated and expensive.

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Exaggerating Insurance Claims is Not Worth It

Exaggerating Insurance Claims is Not Worth It

Most private investigators, at one time or another, have investigated fraudulent workers compensation claims and in fact, many train on that type of work, as these claims always seem to be in good supply. Much of my earlier experience involved insurance claims and my biggest client in my early days was a large insurance defense firm.

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Making a Difference: The Case of Catching a Cheating Spouse

Making a Difference: The Case of Catching a Cheating Spouse

The most gratifying kinds of private investigator cases are the ones where I feel I made a profound difference in the end. Catching a cheating spouse can be far from the end. It’s actually just the beginning in some cases, even here in California, a “no fault” state where assets are divided evenly, and here’s why…

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Scam Alert: An Ounce of Prevention is Worth Pound of Cure

Scam Alert: An Ounce of Prevention is Worth Pound of Cure

Over the years, I have had my fair share of cases where the circumstances were far from routine and in order to satisfy my client, a great deal of thinking, planning and research was necessary in order to deliver results. Let’s face it – people choose to hire a private detective when there’s nowhere else to turn and the assignments can be very demanding. I always pride myself on delivering what I was hired for and have developed a reputation for just that.

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What To Look For When Hiring a Private Detective

What To Look For When Hiring a Private Detective

Unless you are an insurance agent or a lawyer, hiring a private detective is not a typical course of action for the average individual. That being said, there may times and situations where you will need the services of a professional private detective. These can include serving legal documents to those who are difficult to find or maybe you suspect your spouse or partner may be cheating on you. No matter the reason, having a good, experienced private investigator on your side will no doubt affect the outcome of your scenario.

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