If you’re reading this you’re likely considering hiring a private investigator. But you may be asking yourself, “Does my particular case actually require these services?” While there are countless situations in which an investigation can prove beneficial, it’s not always necessary. In light of this, Ben Butler Investigations offers complimentary consultations to initial callers. But it’s important for potential clients to feel that they are informed before making a decision, and above all to feel like they’re the ones in the driver’s seat.
How Do You Know If You Need a Private Investigator?
Every case is different, but this article will shed light on areas where an investigation can be utilized.
Alimony disputes: You’ve divorced but you still have to pay money to your ex, even though you wish you could cut ties with her/him completely. You suspect your ex is breaking the rules of the alimony agreement by cohabiting with a romantic interest, but you can’t prove it. This is where a private investigator can expose the truth using a variety of techniques at their disposal, including surveillance, interviews and record checks, potentially saving their clients tens of thousands of dollars over the years.
Child custody disputes: If you’re a parent or guardian who suspects the other parent or guardian is violating the custody agreement, your case could require a private investigator. While custody disputes often involve the safety and well-being of children, it is often difficult for a layman to prove anything by themselves. A private investigator can employ his investigative arsenal to potentially reveal and put an end to child abuse, neglect and custody agreement violations.
Missing persons: Though they are missing, loved ones and other individuals can often be located by skilled investigators. Stop wondering where they are and how they’re doing, take action to find out.
Criminal allegations: Have you been accused of a crime? Are the charges exaggerated and unfair, or even downright false? People have spent their entire lives in prison because key pieces of evidence were ignored or suppressed by a legal system which does not always hold fast to the principle “innocent until proven guilty.” That’s why defense attorneys will often employ private investigators to help prove their client’s innocence. Private investigators will interview witnesses and gather evidence to uncover what really happened. In other words, a good investigator can literally be the difference between life in prison or freedom.
Pre-employment background checks: Many unpleasant and dangerous work situations can be avoided by conducting thorough background checks on potential employees. Have peace of mind when hiring for your company or business, knowing you won’t be surprised by your employee’s histories.
Skip tracing: Is there someone you need to find for a legitimate legal or personal reason? Perhaps you need to subpoena someone for a small claims case but your searches keeps coming up empty-handed. Skilled investigators excel at locating hard to find individuals in a fast and confidential manner.
Theft/fraud: If you’re the victim of a crime, the police may not have the time or resources to solve it, or they may relegate it to a civil dispute. You know the truth. A private investigator can be employed to investigate your case and help bring the perpetrators to justice.
Vehicle repossession: For most vehicle repossessions a private investigator isn’t necessary, but when a vehicle is particularly difficult to find, an able investigator can be utilized to attempt to locate it and bring it back to the legal owner.
Infidelity: In cases of possible infidelity, a thorough, discrete and compassionate investigator can bring the truth to light, giving peace of mind to clients along with the ability to move on with their lives. Don’t live in the dark when it comes to your spouse or partner, get the closure you need. When covert surveillance is properly conducted, the subject need never know they were followed.
These are just a few areas where an investigator can prove useful, in fact this list hardly scratches the surface of the potential cases we get involved in. Remember, a good investigator will uncover evidence, gather information, analyze it and present it to the client in a comprehensive manner that speaks to and solves their particular problem. I’m hopeful that this article will give potential clients a better understanding of the many situations private investigators work with.