We were recently working on a case in which we needed to obtain a driving record abstract for an individual in Illinois. We found out that in order to obtain a driving record abstract, you need a driver’s license number, which we didn’t have. In many states, private investigators can obtain a driving record abstract […]
“Due diligence investigation” is a phrase that varies in meaning among different business organizations and industries. From the perspective of a venture capitalist or a private equity investment manager, it’s about assessing the business model, conducting market research and talking to the market. For an accountant, it may be analyzing the books and records. From […]
We have all done it at one point or another—called references who were supplied by a potential employee, new vendor, or client. It’s tedious. You can pretty much predict what they are going to say, but it’s a “normal” course of business and generally, it’s a good practice. It’s certainly better than not calling at […]
If you are new to the investigative business, you are certainly in for a treat. But if you are just getting started, here are some nuggets of wisdom that I have picked up over the years that may help you along. Surround yourself with great people One of the golden rules of business is to […]
Chris Brogan (a prolific blogger and business owner, in case you haven’t heard of him) wrote a piece a few weeks back about waiting seven minutes at a local restaurant without anyone bothering to acknowledge him. What did he do? He walked out. And went to McDonald’s, which served him in less than the seven […]
Rutgers University is a mess. First, their basketball coach Mike Rice was fired for verbally abusing players. To replace Rice, they hired Eddie Jordan, who said he had a degree but never actually graduated. More disturbing, and hard to believe, is that the purported degree was from Rutgers University. Following the fallout from the coaching […]
Recently, we were tasked with trying to obtain records relating to an individual’s entries to and exits from the United States. I was certain that these records were not considered public record, but the case related to an ongoing criminal defense matter in federal court, so obtaining a subpoena was not an issue. [Crib Notes: […]
Over the past few years, we have covered the Samuel “Mouli” Cohen Story quite extensively. Now, his story is the subject of CNBC’s season premiere of American Greed on Thursday, May 16th at 10pm EST. I don’t know about you, but my DVR is set. “Red Flags” You Should Have Seen – A Look Back at […]
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