Private Investigators are used for many reasons ranging from finding someone to serve him/her papers to investigations into an opposing party. This can prove to be beneficial to attorneys. The following will break down the top five best uses for a Private Investigator.
Private Investigators are probably best known for their ability to find the unfindable. PI’s have to locate people for a number of reasons. Some of which include finding people for the attorney to interview or to serve legal papers. They may also be used in cases of moving and adoption.
Analyzing Electronic Evidence
PI’s are used in cases of deleted evidence. Much of what goes on in the world today is recorded in some way. For one reason or another, the footage may have been erased. A Private Investigator can be hired to bring these files back. They can do this with various file types such as video, audio, documents, and emails.
Cross Examination Preparation
Private Investigators are used to dig into the background of a witness in order to credit or discredit the testimony. The PI can then report back to the hiring attorney, letting him/her know the strengths and weaknesses of the witness.
Put Together Series of Events
PI’s are able to put together timelines that, otherwise, would be impossible to string together. They can put together the history of a corporation from the beginning to where they are now, which can be very helpful to an attorney. PI’s can also accomplish this on a more personal level by finding family members, heirs, etc.
Investigating the Opposing Party
Due diligence is an important part of any case. Finding information about the opposing party is exactly what PI’s are hired to do for attorneys. This can give the attorney a leg up.
Hiring a Private Investigator can be very beneficial to an attorney for a variety of reasons. PI’s are useful for everything listed above and far beyond. If you have any questions regarding our services and how we might be able to help you, please feel free to contact us.
Disclaimer: Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this publication at the time it was written. It is not intended to provide legal advice or suggest a guaranteed outcome. Individual situations will differ and the law may have changed since publication. Readers considering legal action should consult with an attorney to understand current laws and how they may affect a case.