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RELATIONSHIP BACKGROUNDS
Are they who they say they are?
  • do they have a criminal history?
  • do they have past or current financial problems?
  • are they really divorced or getting divorced?
  • do they have a history of being an abuser?
  • do they actually have the assets they claim?
  • do they have a drinking or drug problem?
  • are they monogamous?
  • why are they so secretive about their past?
  • do they really go to church?
  • are they a real person or an internet impostor?

These are just a few examples of what we are asked by client's who are dating or have been in a relationship and are now ready to take it to the next level.  

People often misrepresent themselves, their past, and / or their financial picture to gain the others approval. 

Most of the time it is on small things that have been exaggerated, but often we find it goes beyond exaggeration, it is the complete fabrication of someone ready to take advantage of another.  Taking advantage can range from being in a relationship and promising to get divorced when that is not the intention, to taking complete control of someone and their finances.

SOLUTION:

Most of these issues can be addressed by a thorough background investigation, and in some cases we add surveillance or undercover contacts.

We always recommend that you have a complete background investigation done prior to getting emotionally involved.  If internet dating we recommend a background prior to meeting the person for the first time, especially if it is out of town.

Some of the things we check for are criminal histories, driving problems, DUI, civil cases to include past divorces; judgments, tax liens, sex offender lists, as well as make sure the information you have been given such as their age; name, where they have lived, jobs, education, marital status, and assets match what you have been told.  The best part is if we find nothing you can have the peace of mind going into your new relationship.


PRE & POST DIVORCE ISSUES

  • are they working?
  • can I verify assets
  • where did the assets go?
  • are they still abusing drugs or alcohol?
  • are they mentally or physically abusing our children?
  • how can I find them for back child support? 
  • are they co-habitating?


Divorce & Pre-divorce :

You are divorcing them - As soon as you have made this decision here are a few things to think about prior to announcing it and having them served.  Do not expect everything will be fair and that they will settle amicably.  Just because you know something, unless you have proof it may not count in court.  So before you start get your ducks in a row.  Things may change and you could have no access to account information you take for granted. 

They are divorcing you- As soon as you can do as much of the list below as you can, if it is not too late.

  • Get copies of your statements from all accounts for the past year
  • Get a copy of the last few years tax returns
  • Get copies of the others paycheck stubs
  • Print what you need off of the family computer while you can
  • Get copies of life insurance policies
  • Get copies of military cards
  • Get copies of business assets if self employed
  • Get copies of cell bills and phone bills for the past few months
  • Copy of your mortgage information
  • Copies of investments
  • Have your proof of infidelity if that is part of it
  • Have some cash on hand 
  • Make sure you have a credit card in your name only
  • Take pictures of stuff like furniture, antiques, coin collections...
    • DOCUMENT EVERYTHING LIKE IT IS AN INSURANCE CLAIM AND YOU HAVE LOST EVERYTHING.  Just because you can serve a subpoena to produce documents later, it is still up to the person served to provide them.

SOLUTION: 

Most of the above leads to a comprehensive investigation, so we recommend a confidential consultation with one of our family matter case directors. Since each case is unique, after discussing your concerns and going over the known case facts, your case director will determine the most effective investigation methods to find the truth and then set up an investigative action plan to prove your points to a court of law. If you are represented we will work directly with you and your attorney. Even if you do everything above, in a complex divorce it can take time and financial status can change, so it is still very helpful to have a previous road map to work from.


Post-divorce:

You are paying support and believe the other party is now co-habitating as more than roommates.  Can I get relief if this is proven?  YES.  In most states you can petition the court to reduce or stop alimony if you can prove they are living as man & wife and co-mingling their assets to support their household. 

They are not paying child support and I know they are working.  Can you find their work so I can collect. YES. We can locate their employment so your state Attorney Generals office can garnish their wages.  We can also locate them if they have moved so you can get them served court documents to get them to pay.

I have a suspicion or have been told that my ex is back to using drugs or alcohol.  I am worried because they are driving with the children in their car, and if this is true I want to amend custody and force them into a treatment program.  We can investigate to get you proof or disprove the rumor of use so you can make an informed decision, and have the proof you need to go to court. 

SOLUTION: 

Most of the above leads to a comprehensive investigation, so we recommend a confidential consultation with one of our family matter case directors. Since each case is unique, after discussing your concerns and going over the known case facts, your case director will determine the most effective investigation methods to find the truth and then set up an investigative action plan to prove your points to a court of law. If you are represented we will work directly with you and your attorney. 

 


 

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INFIDELITY INVESTIGATIONS

  • are they seeing someone else?
  • what are they doing when I am away?
  • are they really just friends?
  • are they really just working late?
  • they seem to have lost interest in me, are they being faithful?

The above questions are ones that point to someone being unfaithful.  Some of the other signs may be that they started working out, changed there hair, have a new outside interest, have new friends that are not mutual, get phone calls and either don't take the call or walk away to talk if you are there.

SOLUTION:

We recommend an immediate confidential consultation with one of our family matter case directors. Since each case is unique, after discussing your concerns and going over the known case facts, your case director will determine the most effective investigation methods to find the truth and then set up an investigative action plan. 

Cheaters discretely caught by male & female investigators. 

Alternative lifestyle and belief friendly

Note: We do NOT use decoys as we feel it does not prove someone would actually cheat on their mate.


ABUSIVE RELATIONSHIPS

Many people find themselves in relationships with someone they thought was the perfect mate, almost fairy tale perfect, and then after they have committed their heart the bad signs started. 

Many people believe men are always the abusers, but in our modern equal world there are many female abusers.  It is not about strength, it is about complete control and submission.

Sometimes there are signs to watch for in the beginning of a relationship.

There always has to be a victim for the abuser to abuse.  Many people are strong at the start of a relationship, but the abuser chips away until there is little or no control left and you may feel there is no way out.  Their parents often look the other way and enable them because most abusers learn this behavior from parents, and they from there parents.

Most abusers will move to a different county or state if they have had the police called more than once and are worried they may go to jail.  When checking for abuse after the fact we find past relationships and police calls to those residences.

Most abusers believe if they move and get a fresh start it will all be better.  It is never their fault. So they find someone and often start a whirlwind relationship.  They want to please so they do not show their true selves until they have control over you. They make sure they are perfect for you.  They will like everything you do, like to dance, go out, have fun with your friends, they always appear to be not controlling and not jealous to your friends and family.  As soon as your friends approve and give the nod and you are committed to the relationship they will start to divide and conquer.  This means removing your friends one by one.  You will never have time for them, and if they call, the abuser will be diverting them without your knowledge.  Once your friend network is gone they start on your family.  They will cause a rift where you have to choose, and you will slowly be cut off from them as well.  Now you have no support.  The only friends will be their new friends. At this point the more classic signs of abuse start, and replace the loving perfect mate you thought you had. 


Signs of an abuser

If you answer yes to many of these questions you may be in an abusive relationship. 

Does your partner…
• Embarrass you in front of people?
• Belittle your accomplishments?
• Make you feel unworthy?
• Constantly contradict himself to confuse you?
• Do things for which you are constantly making excuses to others or yourself?
• Isolate you from family and friends?
• Make you feel ashamed a lot of the time?
• Make you believe he/she is smarter than you and therefore, more able to make decisions?
• Make you feel that it is you who is crazy?
• Make you perform acts that are demeaning to you?
• Use intimidation to make you do what he/she wants?
• Prevent you from going or doing commonplace activities such as shopping, visiting friends, and family, talking to the opposite sex?
• Control the financial aspects of your life?
• Make you believe you can not exist without him/her?
• Make you find ways of compromising your feelings for the sake of peace?
• Treat you roughly---grab, pinch, push or shove you?
• Threaten you---verbally or with a weapon?
• Hold you to keep you from leaving after an argument?
• Lose control when he/she is using drugs or alcohol?
• Get extremely angry, frequently without an apparent cause?
• Escalate his/her anger into violence---slapping, kicking, etc.?
• Physically force you to do what you do not want to do?

Do you…
• Believe that you can help your partner change the abusive behavior if you were only to change yourself in some way, if you only did some things differently, if you really loved him/her?
• Believe that you deserve to be punished or abused?
• Find that not making him/her angry has become a major part of your life?
• Stay with him/her only because you're afraid he/she might hurt you or your children if you left 

Depending on an abusers age it probably isn't the first relationship that has been abusive.  Each time it may escalate and get worse. 

The fact is most abused are confused and everytime the abuser is bad enough for you to leave they come back and promise it was the first time and they will NEVER do it again. So even if they went to jail, you will not press charges and they will not have a record. They may even agree to go to a few therapy sessions to smooth thing s over. Most abused will give an abuser more than three chances.  If they have children they will fear to leave or lose their children and it could go on for years. 

SOLUTION:

Most abused need proof that they are not the only ones this has happened to before they can decide to leave, so we conduct an indepth past relationship background to look for past signs of spousal abuse and aggression.  This is often helpful for you to realize it was not your fault, you were not the only one this has happened to, and that their is a pattern.

If you need help getting away there are programs to assist with shelter, council, schooling, clothing as many leave with the shirt on their back, housing, and help with a new job so you can be independent again.

If you are in danger call 911.