Investigative Services
There is a solution for every problem! Our unique, individualized and confidential investigative services include:
• Background Investigations (Civil, Criminal, State, Federal, International)
• Surveillance
• Activity Checks
• E-reputation
• Digital Research
• Family Matters and Sensitive Cases
• Adultery/Cheating Investigations
• Stalking Investigations
• Undercover Investigations
• Civil and Criminal Record Checks
• Pre-Employment Screening
• Tenant Screening
• Roommate Background Screenings
• Juror Screenings
• Asset Location Investigations
• Debt Recovery Investigations
• Skip Tracing/Locate Services
• Missing Person Investigations
• Residency & School District/Employment Investigations
• Fraudulent Claim Investigations
• Workers Compensation Investigations
• Workplace and Theft Investigations
• Non-Compete Violations Investigations
• Technical Surveillance Counter Measures (TSCM)
• GPS Tracking
• Court Searches and Record Searches
• Process Services
• Field Visits/Door Knocks/Inspections
• Judgment Recovery
• Business Services
The following explains some of the benefits of using our various services.
Background Investigations
We offer nationwide background checks for all types of uses and scenarios including: tenant screening, pre-marital spouse, pre-employment screening, nanny checks, personal background checks, etc. From a brief sketch to an in-depth history of a person or other entity, our background investigations are revealing and thorough for your peace of mind. A general check check can be performed in a day. It first verifies the identity and date of birth. We then determine if the person has a criminal record, is involved in any lawsuits, reputation, etc. We can also determine Social Security Number (James Joyce Investigations gives out a person's SSN only to attorneys on a need-to-know basis); address history, relatives, associates and neighbors. Do not regret anything later. Get the edge and really know who you are dealing with by calling us now!
Surveillance
With decades of experience, this is one of our areas of specialty. Our expert surveillance techniques, equipment and extensive experience make all the difference in achieving solid results. Additionally, we have the ability to communicate in multiple languages if necessary. Whether you are looking to investigate how a subject spends time, serve process on an absconder or simply conduct an activity check, we are creative and flexible to getting you the answers you need.
To Confirm Fraud/Misconduct
In Workers Compensation, FMLA, theft and other claim cases, our investigations can expose dishonesty and abuse or confirm valid claims.
To Monitor Job Sites
Our operatives watch for material theft, vendor overbilling of time, compliance and more.
To Establish Lifestyle
For cases involving the decision to pursue litigation or collect on a judgment, knowing how an individual lives — employment, residence, financial status and community position can be a key to your strategy.
Video and photographic surveillance can help you secure the evidence you need to prove your case. We provide a wide range of first-rate surveillance services including single and multiple operative surveillance, stationary and mobile surveillance as well as unmanned surveillance.
Activity Checks
Available for a low flat rate, we can discreetly observe a subject’s and/or claimant's activities to shed light on your situation. Occupancy checks are also conducted at debtors' last known addresses to confirm residency/vacancy. We often provide updated personal and business contact information, obtain reasons for delinquencies and encourage dialogue to make payment arrangements. James Joyce Investigations does this only in accordance with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act.
Adultery/Cheating Investigations
Do you have a suspicion that your partner might be committing adultery or cheating on you? Get rid of the doubts! A cheating partner might just be the single worst thing occurring in a relationship. Are you afraid that your partner might be unfaithful or having an affair? Does this insecurity come with stress or anxiety? Our operatives can offer you certainty and the proof you need. We are fully licensed to discreetly follow and observe your partner, get available proof and make sure your suspicion is answered. Whether your suspicion is correct or incorrect, at least you will know for sure. Get that peace of mind you deserve to move forward with your life!
Residency Investigations & School District/Employment Investigations
School districts and the taxpayers often require residency checks on children who may not live in the affected district. James Joyce Investigations can save your school district, governmental unit or other entity tens of thousands of dollars by discreetly making sure that only those who lawfully qualify for services actually receive them. Likewise, we examine residency situations pertaining to employment obligations in the public and municipal sectors.
Stalking Investigations
If you suspect you are being stalked by an acquaintance or stranger, our operatives can identify who may be stalking you and carefully document any and all incidents of law-breaking so that law enforcement can become involved.
Undercover Investigations
Our Undercover Investigations are designed to offer benefits far beyond the detection of illicit activities such as theft, drug use or harassment. Whether it is a corporate environment, construction site, retail establishment or night venue, our versatile operatives will shed light on what matters most and what exactly is occurring in your enterprise. Get the true and complete picture of your internal operations by letting an experienced Private Investigator undertake a sensitive undercover operation for your peace of mind.
Civil and Criminal Record Checks
Our trained Investigators can do thorough searches of court records in any relevant jurisdiction and, very importantly, interpret their meaning. Unlike the cheap automated online repositories which fail to check official government records, our searches are diligent and highly accurate for your peace of mind.
Pre-Employment Screening
Whether you are hiring a new worker, office professional or key personnel, it is critical to have insight about their history on record. James Joyce Investigations can customize the right pre-employment and continuing employment background checks for your organization. We provide multi-state, state, county, federal criminal records searches, National Sex Offender Registry records, Department of Corrections records searches, SSN verification, history, civil records, bankruptcy, judgment, liens, evictions, government sanctions records (OFAC, DDTC, AECA, BIS, GSA), professional license verification, previous employment verification, reference checks and much, much more! We verify everything the applicant claims as to past experience, educational qualifications and professional affiliations. This includes the person's full legal name, address, address history, education, employment history and references. One thing at James Joyce Investigations we watch out for is a continuity of dates. Ultimately, we can help ensure your candidate is a good fit for a crucial position and help you make the most informed decisions on personnel.
Merger & Acquisition Investigations
It is critical to exercise due diligence before a merger, company purchase or acquisition. James Joyce Investigations can give you the complete picture and ensure that no liabilities are hidden and that there are no details left uncovered. Our due diligence in a pre-transaction capacity attempts to uncover details of a company's management, clients, suppliers, finances, performance, history, aims and any and all details that may affect how the entity does business. Our M & A Investigations ensure that there will be no surprises down the road. Make sure that any claims made about a business are substantiated before signing on the dotted line!
Asset Location Investigations
Get the complete picture by letting us uncover an individual or company’s true financial situation and net worth before you take legal action. Our investigations dig deep to ascertain what is under every rock unturned. Assets of any kind have paper trails and other records which, when successfully navigated will reveal the true value or wealth of anyone or anything. Our asset searches trace business ownership, real property, debt, credit, stock brokerage accounts and bank accounts. Additionally, we research for front companies, tax haven utilization, tax liens, existing judgments, bankruptcies, motor vehicles, watercraft, etc. We search for and find assets on people and businesses pertaining to investments, joint ventures and acquisitions, divorce proceedings and enforcement of court judgments,
Debt Recovery Investigations
Is there anything left to claim? James Joyce Investigations finds out. If you have a claim on a party it might be important to find out whether sufficient funds and possessions are available before taking further steps. Our Debt Recovery Investigation provides for a complete overview of possibilities to seize and the overall capital position of your opponent(s).
Skip Tracing/Locate Services
With global resources, our proven track record of finding witnesses, insured, heirs, absconders, debtors, missing persons, etc. can meet your demands in a timely manner. We also understand the value of a good witness locate service. We are often called upon help locate such witnesses, determine their accounts of the facts and coordinate their involvement. Police focus on finding missing persons with a limited time investment as their caseloads are heavy and yours could be one of many on their desks. As Private Detectives, we carry on our investigations when the police have put theirs on hold.
Missing Person Investigations
On any given day in the U.S., nearly a hundred thousand people are listed as officially missing. Many more are unofficially missing as well. This poses a vast challenge to law enforcement who do the best they can with their limited resources and budgets. Police wait a certain amount of time to begin looking for a missing person and stop looking after a certain period of time. They will declare the case cold if unsolved. Anyone who needs urgent answers needs to speak to a Private Investigator. Our Licensed PIs will start looking for someone as soon as you feel uneasy and will continue to search as long as you need answers. We offer a first class Missing Person Investigation Service! Attorneys, families and others depend on us as we have a highly successful track record of finding that elusive person who seems to have vanished and is nowhere to be found. We also work on cold cases which have been archived by the police for quite a while. By interviewing witnesses, examining areas of importance and looking for traces of evidence, our specialists are often able to find the missing person. Call us to discuss our Missing Person Investigation services.
Insurance Claim Investigations, Fraudulent Claim Investigations, Workers Compensation Investigations
By discreetly checking a claimant's activities and behavior, we shed light on your situation and accordingly, determine the extent of the claimant's physical limitations. Let a Licensed Private Investigator help you uncover the truth with the necessary expertise and equipment to accurately confirm the legitimacy or fraudulence of the claim. Using state-of-the-art equipment, we can provide undetected surveillance even inside of public buildings. Our tenacious Investigators conduct detailed analyses of files from claimants on long-term disability or worker’s compensation, identifying potentially fraudulent cases. Through surveillance, our Investigators can provide a report of disqualifying evidence, which serves as the basis for terminating benefits or to support or dispute legal challenges. Our office works with insurance companies, risk management and employers to investigate workers compensation claims. We investigate these claims to determine if in fact an employee has faked or exaggerated any injuries, has unreported income or employment at a second job and/or multiple claims under multiple identities.
Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM)
To provide peace of mind if your privacy is being compromised, our operatives can conduct bug sweeps and analyze an area to detect illegal covert electronic surveillance. In addition to listening devices, our sweeps also take into account optical, data and GPS tracking devices. If detected, evidence will be recorded and preserved should you decide to pursue civil and/or criminal charges against the offending party.
Court Searches and Record Searches
Our operatives can provide you with thorough and professional searches in any Court jurisdiction. Additionally, we provide vital record searches, property record searches and bankruptcy searches as well as any county, state and federal searches.
Field Visits/Door Knocks/Inspections
To Establish Face to Face Contact
Our agents can re-establish communication with your customers by delivering personal and confidential correspondence to call you to discuss and resolve their account(s). This service it often used by mortgage lenders, auto finance companies, banks and other creditors. If needed, we also inspect and photograph property/collateral based on your particular needs.
To Establish a Physical Presence
By sending our field agents to speak with your debtors in person, a sense of urgency and repayment priority is added.
To Update Account
Our field agents can gather updated personal information from your debtors, including employment information, current telephone numbers, other contact information, financial status, etc.
Business Services
James Joyce Investigations can determine financial solvency and integrity, provide your company with information on potential investors, buyers, prospective joint-venture partners and franchisees. We conduct regulatory checks, company background checks, due diligence and provide other critical information. Investigations may be conducted online and/or in-person and on a world-wide reach. Do not leave any rock unturned! Know who you are dealing with. Get the facts.
Should you contract the services of James Joyce Investigations, you (client) understand that our work is subject to its standard terms and conditions of service. These are legally binding and include certain rights and damages waivers and limitations. By engaging James Joyce Investigations, client is agreeing to them. Client also certifies that any information he/she provides to us is true and correct and that he/she has a documented legally permissible purpose to conduct the requested investigation and that it will comply with all pertinent laws.
* James Joyce Investigations caters to private individuals only on a case by case basis.
