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How Police Are Watching You on Social Media

How does law enforcement use Twitter, Facebook, and other forms of social media to keep tabs on people? Documents from Chicago's Cook County Sheriff’s Office reveal a few of their surveillance techniques.

Brad Robinson's answer to How can I catch my husband cheating without hiring a private detective?

Answered 9h ago · Author has 349 answers and 4.8m answer views<br>As a private investigator and co-owner of a P.I. agency that specializes in infidelity investigations, I have some very strongly-held opinions on this topic. Perhaps a better question to ask yourself is: “Should I even attempt to catch my cheating husband without hiring a private detective?”<br>Just last month, a woman engaged our firm to get proof that her husband was being unfaithful. I was working the first day’s surveillance along…

10 Good People Who Were Punished For Helping Others

No good deed goes unpunished. The world has its share of heroic people who will risk their own lives to keep other people safe, but they don’t always get parades and trophies for their good deeds. In the name of bureaucracy, procedure, or just pure selfishness, some people get dragged through hell for trying to help others. Sometimes it’s out of jealousy, sometimes it’s for profit, and sometimes there’s a whole system in place designed to keep people from being extraordinary. Whatever the…

The Surprising Factor That Makes People More Likely to Cheat

How Burglars Choose a Target

Learning what makes a home seem like a good mark can help you discourage a burglar. Alarm systems, lighting, and fences can all serve as deterrents.

How Science Is Putting a New Face on Crime Solving

Advances in forensics are giving us an unprecedented ability to solve cases—and exposing mistakes in some investigations.

6 Signs that Invite Burglars to Target Your Vacant Home

Despite how thorough you are about making sure all of your doors and windows are locked each time you leave your home

How To Become a PI (Private Investigator)

If you're interested in a unique career, private investigation might be perfect for you. But how do you get a job in the field?

Infidelity Private Investigator, Is it time?

Read our post about knowing when/if it is the right time to call and infidelity private investigator...

7 Reasons why attorneys needs a private investigator.

Behind every successful lawyer, there’s a team. One vital player on the team is the private investigator.

Finding the right private investigator

Ethical business practices, good character and a sound reputation separate good private investigators from those on every street corner.

Private Investigator Books, reference manuals and investigation guides

Private investigator books on topics related to the investigation industry. Learn new investigative skills and knowledge with manuals and guides.

Private Investigators Step Up For Computer Forensic Investigation

Private Investigators Step Up For Computer Forensic Investigation - Learn more now.

Is a Regulated Private Investigation Industry a Political Right?

History suggests that perhaps a regulated private investigations industry that is permitted to conduct criminal investigations counter to the state’s interests should be considered a political right.

Hiring a Private Investigator When Going Through a Divorce

In some situations, people who are going through a divorce decide to hire a private investigator to help identify marital assets and property and ensure they are receiving their fair share when it comes dividing this property. However, it’s important to keep in mind that there are limits to what...

When Your Quest is Truth; Hire a Private Investigator

When Your Quest is Truth; Hire a Private Investigator. Learn more now.

What makes an effective private investigator?

Brad Robinson's answer: People seem to think that all private investigators do pretty much the same work. They don’t.<br>It might be possible to generalize regarding some other occupations. I’m not sure what quality makes an effective bricklayer but I’m guessing it applies to all or nearly all bric...

Private investigators are called in to find missing persons in many situations

Private investigators are called in to find missing persons in many situations - Learn more now.

Get Answers to Your Questions and Resolve Your Suspicions with a Private Investigator

Get Answers to Your Questions and Resolve Your Suspicions with a Private Investigator - Learn more now.

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