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Private investigator costs range from $50-$150/hour depending on the investigation type. Here is a detailed breakdown of what you can expect to pay for background checks, surveillance, corporate investigations, and more in 2026.

Rising at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.5%, the private investigation services industry is expected to reach $28.2 billion by 2032 from its estimated $18.2 billion now. This development emphasizes how much PIs are being relied upon for their knowledge of data collecting and evidence gathering. Knowing how private investigators could help in […]

In matters both private and corporate, private investigators can be invaluable multi-tools for individuals who are hoping to clinch crucial intelligence, or execute specific tasks. However, there are times when field operations can become extremely dangerous or even fatal, like the tragic fate of a Texas private investigator when he attempted to serve a warrant on […]

Lauth Investigations International is honored to announce that we have been voted among the top three best private investigators in the greater Indianapolis area by threebestrated.com. Threebestrated.com is an independent online directory of local businesses all across the United States that utilizes a rigorous 50-point inspection criteria in the process of selecting the top three businesses […]

On any construction site, preventing the untoward is always a primary goal. However, with all the will in the world, even the most adept safety program will never be entirely infallible. Around 150,000 construction workers are injured on the job each year according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and that’s just one of the […]

Private investigators may have found a new niche in field operations. Civil unrest from both sides of the political aisle has inspired a great deal of public protests. Violence that broke out during protests across the country, including the recent siege on the nation’s Capitol building on January 6, 2021. Employers across the United States […]

Private investigations can be a great way to find answers when law enforcement or other investigating bodies cannot provide answers. Both corporations and private citizens turn to private investigators to get to the unseen details in their cases and provide clarification in crucial matters. Given the ubiquity of information technology the lines between private investigations […]

Private investigator Casey Anthony? 2020 is already going down in the history books as one of the strangest and most devastating on record. On New Year’s Eve, as most of the world looks forward to bidding this awful year goodbye, many are waking up to bizarre news of Casey Anthony having filed paperwork to open […]

In recent years, the number of working private investigators in the United States has grown exponentially. As of 2020, in excess of 30,000 private investigators are believed to be working in the U.S. alone. Private investigators operate on the edge of society, observing from a distance, blending in with the fabric of society to surreptitiously […]

Under ideal circumstances, no one will ever have to hire a private investigator for their personal or professional crisis. In the event that the need for a private investigator should arise, prospective clients should know that there is a way to save money when vetting professional private investigators for their needs. Private investigators provide a […]

When someone owes you money, no one ever said they had to make it easy to collect. Debtors have been developing new ways to dodge their debts for as long as anyone can remember. In turn, collectors across all industries have had to develop methods of collection to prevent people from hiding an asset. One […]

Even the most equipped and vigilant police department must prioritize casework—a triage in which violent crimes are placed at the forefront daily operations and receive the most resources from jurisdictional law enforcement. Crimes concerning only the theft of personal property like jewelry, art, electronics, and other valuable items are usually moved to the back burner. […]

The #MeToo movement has fundamentally changed the conversation around reporting and documenting allegations of sexual harassment in the workplace. Victims of this harassment have previously been restricted by a pervasive culture of silence and shame within the workplace—a culture where reporters are vilified and characterized as dishonest people with an axe to grind. Now, with […]

When you think of private investigators, you don’t usually imagine the state of Kentucky as their stomping ground, but the flexibility of a private investigator’s skills can be applied in any city, any state, as long as the investigator meets the state requirements for independent licensure—and Louisville private investigators are never hard-up for casework. The […]

Corporations Are Expanding Their Internal Teams… Contextual events like the #MeToo movement and other public allegations of employee misconduct have many companies throughout the nation reevaluating their investigative needs when it comes to internal conflicts. Among those companies are powerhouses like Microsoft. On May 10, 2019, Satya Nadella, the Chief Executive Officer of Microsoft, announced […]

Every business—from the mom-and-pop shop to corporate America—will encounter some form of crisis during their operation. Crises come in all shapes and sizes, including employee malingering, internal theft, brand protection, and a myriad of lawsuits that could bring an established business to its knees. When disaster strikes, it is the reflex of most companies to […]

Even if you’re not a fan of Fox’s successful prime time drama, Empire, you’re likely aware of the name Jussie Smollett by now. Smollett has come under fire in the media and on the internet for his allegedly false account of a racially-motivated attack against him in January, where he alleged two men attempted to […]

Divorce and child custody are polarizing topics in the United States. Divorce itself is an ugly business. Two people who stood in front of their friends and families and promised themselves to another now find themselves in a situation where the life they built together is over. Often it is a storm of heightened emotions, […]

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, as of 2010, there were over 34,7000 licensed private investigators operating throughout the United States. The Bureau projects by 2020, the figure will increase twenty percent—resulting in almost 42,000 PIs. Though they may be great in number, you may  never spot one, because private investigators have a unique […]

In the first decades of the 21st century, we have witnessed advances in technology unprecedented in human history. It was once costly and cumbersome to rely on technology to work for you. The reality today is astonishingly different. To view this article, you likely performed a Google search (or whatever your search engine of choice) […]

Every week there are new stories in the news about teenagers who have either run away or been kidnapped. When parents see these tragedies play out through media coverage, there’s usually one common thread running through their minds, “This could not happen to my child.” Despite statistics on the demographics most often affected by missing […]

The Case The owner of the dog in question, referred to as the Subject, was living on a few acres of property surrounded by a decorative fence the Victim of the dog bite alleges was easy for the dog to have jumped over. The Victim in the case reported she often walked past the Subject’s […]

Rooting Out Thieves in the Workplace  Most of us have dealt with a thief during our lifetime. Devious and sneaky, some thieves behave as if stealing is an art. It is usually a theft exposing them; however, many times, they can strike numerous times before getting caught. When theft happens in the workplace, it can […]

By: Kym Pasqualini, Feature Writer for Lauth Investigations Have you ever found a $20 bill in your laundry and felt you just won the lottery? Most people would be ecstatic to realize they forgot to empty their pockets but what happens to money you don’t know exists? Hundreds, maybe thousands of dollars. You may be […]

From Latin, it means “buyer beware.” It’s a phrase that conjures scenes from the famous tale of “Jack and the Beanstalk.” Young Jack’s mother, filled with shame and frustration, regrets sending her son to market after finding out he’d sold their most valuable possession—their cow—for a handful of beans. Jack’s mother feared her son had […]

By: Kym Pasqualini, Feature Crime Writer for Lauth Investigations Open-source intelligence (OSINT) is the collection of data from publicly available sources to be used in the context of intelligence. Within the intelligence world, the term “open” refers to overt, meaning sources available publicly, opposed to clandestine or covert sources. OSINT is not a new concept. […]

Written By: Kym Pasqualini, Feature Crime Writer for Lauth Investigations The word “hacking” almost always has negative connotations. It seems the mention of Chinese hacking, Russian hacking, or DNC hacking receives constant mention in our 24-hour news cycle. Ethical hacking is also referred to as penetration testing, intrusion testing and red teaming, coined by the […]

Written By: Kym Pasqualini, Feature Crime Writer for Lauth Investigations When we think of a spy, given the national news cycle, it may conjure up thoughts of Russians or the Chinese who have been long known for hacking and espionage. However, even more common, but much less talked about, is the business mole, and almost […]

By: Kym Pasqualini, Feature Writer for Lauth Investigations Scandals can arise anywhere, especially in the workplace, and schools are especially vulnerable. Allegations of sexual misconduct, assault and other accusations violating workplace compliance and law, have severe civil and criminal liability. We have all heard about sports-related and college scandals, and the newly and highly publicized […]

By: Kym Pasqualini, Feature Crime Writer for Lauth Investigations On February 13, 2017, best friends Abigail “Abby” Williams, 13, and Liberty “Libby” German, 14, planned to go hiking near the beautiful area of Monon High Bridge Trail, east of their small town of Delphi, Indiana. At approximately 1:45 p.m. that afternoon, a family member dropped […]

Reality of Sex Trafficking and Kidnapping in the US: Corinna Slusser Missing Since 2017 Corinna Slusser, 19, was last seen at the Haven Motel in Queens, New York the morning of September 20, 2017. New York Police Department (NYPD) fears she was kidnapped by a sex trafficking ring and friends and family fear the worst. […]

As a private investigator, there are certain covert tools–spy tools–you must have under your belt in order to complete missions in a safe and efficient manner. Let’s face it, the job comes with a lot of risks. Tact, stealth, cleverness and a keen eye are just a few of the traits required. In many cases, […]

When investing in a new market, there is always an inherent risk. However, when you are doing business in an emerging market, this risk is amplified greatly, as is the feeling of uncertainty you may have before taking the plunge. There are a lot of reasons why emerging markets are attractive right now: with the […]

From the Desk of Kristen Justis, Director of Marketing and Customer Relations ALIMONY INVESTIGATIONS Alimony is defined as a husband or wife’s court-ordered provision for a spouse after separation or divorce. The purpose of alimony is to provide financial support to a spouse due to the change in their lifestyle upon the separation. While only […]

  6 Privacy Resolutions for the New Year Welcome to the New Year! While most of us are focusing on New Year’s resolutions for our bad habits, there is one habit most are overlooking: online behavior. Protecting yourself online is one of the most important habits you should be implementing into your daily life and […]

Is Your Employee a Drug Trafficker? Opiates in the Workplace According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), sales of prescription opioids quadrupled during 1999 to 2014. Referred to as an opioid crisis in America, it seems we all know someone battling an addiction to prescription medications. Opioids include prescription pills (including Vicodin, Oxycontin, and Percocet), […]

From the desk of Kristen Justis, Director of Marketing and Customer Relations DANGERS OF ONLINE DATING FOR ALL GENERATIONS PART FOUR – THE YOUNG SOLDIER In previous postings in this series, I have discussed a widower, a divorcé, and a professional who were victims of online dating scams. One would like to believe scammers would […]

From the desk of Kristen Justis, Director of Marketing and Client Relations DANGERS OF ONLINE DATING FOR ALL GENERATIONSPART THREE – THE PROFESSIONAL In previous postings in this series, I have discussed a widower and a divorcé who were victims of online dating scams. Many believe online dating scams only occur when victims do not […]

Spies, Espionage, and Intellectual Property Theft Government and military entities are not the only ones spying and conducting espionage investigations to protect our national security. More and more corporations and even small businesses are now hiring expert private investigators to conduct espionage investigations and counter-surveillance to protect “trade secrets” and other classified information. Cases of […]

The Family Medical Legal Act of 1993 serves to protect an employee’s job in the case of family or personal illness or emergency. Specifically, it ensures long term, full time employees “12 work weeks of unpaid leave during any 12-month period to attend to the serious health condition of the employee, parent, spouse or child, […]

CREDIT CARD SKIMMING We all know about thieves stealing our credit cards from our wallet and using them fraudulently. Did you know there is another way thieves steal our credit card information without touching our wallets? Credit card skimming is an electronic method of capturing a victim’s personal information used by identity thieves. How Credit […]

The 2016 election brought the term fake news into headlines and into American’s living rooms. Both sides alleged that there were “fake news campaigns” working to spread news that was meant to sabotage their campaign.   With the growing use of social media to spread news stories and share information with friends, it’s absolutely true […]

  Lauth Investigations International is a private investigation firm. We are constantly questioned about what our background searches can provide that a personal background search cannot. All I can say, it’s all in the details. You pay for what you get. If you want all detailed, accurate information, you will pay for a Private Investigation […]

In the wake of the Equifax data leak, where over 143 million Americans had information leaked to hackers, Americans are wearier than ever about having their private information stored online. Unfortunately at this day in age, it’s virtually impossible to keep your personal information offline and out of credit bureaus, so the all Americans should […]

This blog outlines 5 warning signs that a site may be fraudulent and tips on how to check for sure.

Private investigators tend to be known for their work in the private sector: finding missing persons, helping to track down runaways, and investigating concerns of infidelity. However, most private investigators actually conduct a majority of work in the public and corporate sector, working with law offices, hospitals, and corporations to help with everything from case […]

Employee theft is the cause of failure for 30% of failed small businesses, and the median amount lost is $147,000.00 This is why it is so important to learn the signs of employee theft so that you can detect it early on. This blog article explains five common ways that employees commit fraud so that you can be on the lookout and catch problems before it is too late.

Many businesses in various industries (shipping and receiving, industrial and manufacturing, legal services, etc.) need to hire a private investigator at some point to deal with a case  theft, or malpractice.  The job of finding a private investigator usually falls on the shoulders of the company’s HR representative or CEO. In almost every case, this […]

It used to be that only the old and naive were vulnerable to scams on the internet, however, with the creativity of scammers increasing, even the most tech-savvy can fall victim if they’re not careful these days. Everything from pop ups to emails can be potential threats, but gone are the days of obvious attacks. These […]

Oftentimes Private Investigators are thought of as serving mainly the private sector. They are who you would call when you have a missing persons case, a case of infidelity or a private issue that you need resolved. In reality, this is a misconception based on common stereotypes. Private Investigators frequently serve the professional sector, and […]

This blog post spells out 5 easy money managing tips that will help any manager or owner keep a better handle on company finances and catch any suspicious activity.

  When your team or yourself have the feeling that someone is not being honest with you it can be unsettling. Corporate theft is a serious issue, costing American companies billions of dollars every year. About a third of a time, these cases of theft are from high level managers. No matter the details of […]

When you suspect, or have already confirmed, that an employee is abusing your company with their misconduct, it can be hard to figure out what to do next. When situations of employee misconduct occur, they often fall on the shoulders of the company’s CFO and HR department. As the CFO scrambles to handle the devastating […]

We’ve all tried to sell, buy or rent items online through sites such as Craigslist, Ebay, and now, Letgo. Because these sites are so common and used by friends and family, we often get comfortable using them and forget that we are interacting with anonymous strangers. Just this week, I signed up for Letgo and […]

  Private Investigators are commonly requested when a person or company does not know where else to turn. Whether its an individual working with the police to solve a crime or a company working with an attorney in a case, private investigators are there when other professionals have run into a dead end or cannot help […]

Private investigators help with a myriad of corporate issues: from helping employers discover employee theft, to helping attorneys gather information for a case, there is very rarely a time where conflict arises in a professional situation when a private investigator would not be helpful, if not necessary. Once someone decides to hire a private investigator […]

CNC (Covenant Not to Compete) agreements are being breached left, right, and center as the rise of entrepreneurship continues to grow and human resource departments are feeling it. More and more people are quitting their jobs in order to become freelancers while human resource departments continue to struggle with the increasing number of unexpected losses. COVENANT […]

Neighborhood car dealerships are often a victim of theft in many formats. For Lauth Investigations investigators there appears to be an uptick in handling these cases. Employee theft is common in general, with 50 billion dollars lost annually to employee theft in the U.S., but it is especially common with auto dealers due to the access employees […]

What is Business Intelligence?  In 1989 Howard Dresner, the founder and chief research officer at Dresner Advisory services is noted as the first to use the term business intelligence as an umbrella category for supporting and accelerating business decision making processes using data analytics techniques. According to CIO business intelligence refers to a variety of […]

Private investigators do a variety of work. They track down missing people and recover lost assets. They keep an eye on spouses when one partner is worried about infidelity or in the process of divorce. Private investigators look into business assets during a merger and vet CEOs to make sure there are not hidden secrets […]

The Family Medical Leave Act protects employees positions from termination in the event they have to take time off to care for a sick family member. According to FMLASource as much as 10.7% of the U.S. workforce is on FMLA leave at any given time. While countless employees have benefited from FMLA, others have taken advantage of the program for their own gain. FMLA fraud costs business million. Here’s how you can stop it.

Hiring a private investigator has never been easier. Google “hire a private investigator” and your screen will be filled with results. Some of the results are for independent locally owned businesses like Lauth Investigations International. Others are franchises or contracting agencies that rely on minimal information to connect you with an investigator quickly.

Divorce is difficult. Even more so when children are involved. Figuring out custodial agreements is challenging and presents opportunities for disagreement that can span years. It’s important that parents understand all of the resources available to them and how private investigators can be valuable assets in the fight to protect their children and secure custody.

Private investigators do a variety of work for individuals and businesses. The majority of P.I.s are honest and work diligently to satisfy their customers and close cases quickly, but like any other industry, there are bad apples in the bunch. Here are some ways private investigators get bad reputations.

The internet age has made it easier than ever to save time and find the right private investigator to suit your needs. Websites that aggregate reviews make it simple to check multiple firm’s reputations at once. Utilizing email means investigators can respond to your inquiries lightning quick. With that in mind, here’s a few tips to help you find the right private investigator.

1. We Locate People The individual could be a witness, heir, a missing child, or a criminal. Maybe the individual is a former disgruntled employee who could whistle-blow about corporate misconduct or fraud. You might needing locate a subject in possession of the proverbial “smoking gun”—as in the case of stolen assets. Whether it’s an […]

After the 2007 to 2008 financial crisis and subsequent Great Recession, several federal regulations and laws have been put in place to minimize the amount and extent of securities fraud. Security fraud, also known as stock fraud and investment fraud, includes any practice that induces investors to make financial or investment decisions on the basis […]

According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation there were approximately 8,277,829 property crimes reported by law enforcement in 2014. These property crime reports include burglaries, vehicular theft, and larceny-thefts, with an estimated 14.3 billion in financial losses for the victims of these crimes. Of the total number of arrests made by law enforcement, only about […]

In December 2012 Lauth Investigations International’s Indianapolis office was retained to locate a stolen wedding band—valued at $35,750.

According to Time Magazine, the FBI completed more than 2.1 million background checks for gun purchases in June 2016. This is an increase of 40 percent over 2015, and experts are pointing to the June 12 shooting in Orlando, where 49 people were killed, as the cause of this spike.

In the workplace, it’s tough to tell if a co-worker might be dangerous. This list is in no way comprehensive, but here are eight general signs of a potentially dangerous person at work.

If your home was broken into, would you be able to quickly provide law enforcement and your insurance company with serial numbers, photos, and/or receipts of everything that was stolen? For far too many people, the answer to that question is: “no”.   Police Are Not Always Able to Help in Asset Recovery Cases   […]

Thirty-five years ago, Nancy Gille made one of the hardest decisions of her life. After holding her newborn baby daughter for only two minutes, she gave up the child that she was sure she’d see again. “I didn’t tell any of my family, I didn’t tell any of my friends back on the mainland and […]

Although no one gets married with the goal of getting divorced, between 40-50% of all couples end up calling it quits. While many speculate the core reasons about why this statistic is so high, there is no doubt that the emotional and financial fallout can be devastating. One of the more damaging issues in an […]

Picture this: You are constantly getting bombarded with complaints from your customers about the service at a single location. From rude transactions to mismanaged orders, it seems that no one is having a good experience with your company. Yet, every time you go to the location, the staff seems helpful, friendly and organized. What can […]

It seems that Chevron will do anything to keep their corporate reputation pristine, including whitewashing soil samples that have been contaminated with oil. On April 8, 2015, Amazon Watch released hours of corporate videotape uploaded by a Chevron whistleblower. Along with the tapes, there was a message: “I hope this is useful for you in your […]

Today is the anniversary that many 30-somethings remember tragically. On April 5th, 1994, the up-and-coming rock star Kurt Cobain committed suicide at his home in Seattle, WA. Not only did this event shock the music world, but it began a series of investigations into the possibility that Cobain’s death wasn’t as straightforward as it seemed. […]

Contrary to popular belief (and noir fiction), private investigators aren’t above the law. In fact, they have the same rights, responsibilities, and rules as every other private citizen. Unfortunately, there are some private investigators who have bought into the popular hype and consistently break the law in order to get the information their client needs. […]

  Emma Fillipoff, a beautiful blonde-haired 26-year-old from British Columbia, was last seen purchasing a pre-paid cell phone at an Ontario, Canada 7-Eleven on November 28, 2012. After more than 200 leads and thousands of phone calls, interviews, and news stories, there is still no information about her location or safety. Her mother, Shelley Fillipoff […]

It was the summer of 1968 when Ann Sandoval opened the door to find two Marines holding an American flag. Without a word, she had known what they were there for. Alfred Moreno, JR, a boy she was raising as her own, had died in battle in Vietnam. Though Sandoval had tried to talk him […]

  Although you might not know it, there are several “snoop specialties” that any private investigator might be an expert in. From cyber investigation and white collar crime to missing persons and divorce investigation, each investigator usually has a particular interest that can best help people who are dealing with that specific type of case. […]

  An AMBER Alert was issued at 2am on the morning on February 24th in response to the abduction of 3-year-old Elinor Trotter by her armed and potentially dangerous father. Through the use of the alerting system, in addition to efforts of local police and community helpers, Trotter was recovered without harm. But, the real […]

Although private investigators (PIs) are always pretty busy, Valentine’s Day is one of the most taxing parts of the whole year. Why? There’s no more dramatic way to say “You’ve been cheating,” than on V-Day. In a recent interview with CBS Dallas-Forth Worth, professional private investigator Mike Duncan from Alliance Investigations, LLC explained that Valentine’s […]

When you think of favorite snacks, it’s unlikely your go-to option is the delicious flavor of sun-dried Kobe Beef. It’s not because it doesn’t sound delicious. It’s because it doesn’t exist. In one of the biggest scams in Kickstarter history, a company called Kobe Red opened a page on the crowdfunding site claiming they were […]

  If you’ve ever seen a spy movie, you might believe that every private investigator has a room dedicated to gadgets, gizmos, and weapons that can help take down a perpetrator. While the tools for a private investigator are not as sensational as movies would like to admit, there are several very cool technologies that […]

There are things that are lost, and there are things that are intentionally misplaced. For a skip tracer, the job is to know which things are lost on purpose and how to reclaim them. A combination of bounty hunter, collections agent, and private investigator, a skip tracer locates things and people that don’t want to […]

After a string of online attacks against big-name accounts, the coup de grâce came this week with the cyber attack from potential ISIS collaborators against the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) Twitter and YouTube accounts. One of the menacing tweets read, “We won’t stop! We know everything about you, your wives and children. U.S. soldiers! We’re […]

The recent tragedy at the Paris headquarters of Charlie Hebdo magazine has given thousands of people reason to consider the security of their workplace. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report that between the years of 2006-2019, there were 551 workers killed each year due to workplace homicide, with 33% of those being from people […]

  Sony Pictures Hacks:  What This Means for You…   The nightmare before Christmas continues for Sony pictures, only the most recent corporate victim of cyber hacking. Currently investigators and government officials are still trying to locate the culprits who call themselves the Guardians of Peace. So far they are looking into the strong possibility […]

At first glance, college can seem like an idealistic society containing its own set of rules applicable only to the students who make up the majority.  Often these students are experiencing freedoms they have never experienced before – including parental supervision.  What could possibly go wrong? Actually, there is significant research that shows college students […]

Often when we think of private investigators, we think of missing assets, divorce proceedings, corporate corruption. However there remain occasions where using a private investigator can be cause for both parties to be exultant with the findings. Emir Kamenica was a Bosnian refugee who escaped his war-torn homeland as a child and his family eventually […]

In 2013, 2.35 million Americans were injured from automobile accidents.  This equates to a total of 230.6 billion dollars in medical and insurance costs. Regardless of the frequency and costs associated with car accidents, the vast majority of individuals in such scenarios will never think to utilize a third party resource like a private investigator. […]

University of Colorado professor David Barnett could use the help of a private investigator in his defamation lawsuit. Here are some key reasons why.

Since 1840, the world has been fascinated with the idea of private investigators. In truth, detectives aren’t as dashing or daring as the media pretends.

 An old case is given new light, but is it causing more harm than good? People who listen to podcasts or its audio equivalent may already be aware of the newest podcast to enrapture a passionate and vocal audience.  Serial, a spin-off of This American Life showcases long form “true” stories told in an episodic […]

As of this posting Ebola is continuing to rear its contagious head.  Reports of that sort usually deal with news bit and investigations as to how you can prevent forest fires getting sick yourself.  Not that those stories lack significance, but we aren’t given the full picture. Besides the nurses, doctors, and medical professionals who […]

We’ve all seen the shows.  From the numerous programs that use “pawn” with cheeky delight, to its original incarnation Antique Roadshow, Having that “priceless” item is easier dreamt then done. One way you could go about verifying your future fortunes is through a private investigator. Utilizing PI services for such items can help locating long thought gone treasures.  Take […]

  Private Investigators have been hired for a variety of reasons.  Most often, the public thinks this takes the form of solving “cases” such as infiltrating organizations, finding information on individuals, all while using Holmesian powers of deduction. In reality, investigators can and have been used for a variety of specified occasions. Here are a […]

The National Football League (NFL), has long sustained a period of growth and dominance.  In the past 20 years, we’ve seen American football replace baseball as America’s national pastime.  Even with flare-ups and controversies like questionable team names, spy-gates, lock-outs, and concussions, the “teflon league” continues to draw in record numbers.  The NFL’s weekly game […]

Gone are the days when private eyes had to flip through physical documents and phone directories, or find the location of someone with an actual map. And now, thanks to the advancements in drone technology, some investigators are opting to do away with physical surveillance.

The recent surge of undocumented children entering the United States has brought up several issues, one of which is human trafficking. With so many minors coming in unaccompanied, many are worried that the children will become victims of this growing problem. Although slavery seems to be a thing of the past, the number of trafficked humans […]

Chelsea Manning, Edward Snowden, Julian Assange, and other whistleblowers have sparked an intense debate on the ethics of leaking secrets.  Some view these people as martyrs, others view them as traitors. Numerous laws and acts have been put in place to protect those who choose to expose an entity’s wrongdoings, but where do we draw […]

For several decades, animal rights organizations have provided a voice to the animals that couldn’t speak up for themselves. The fight against animal cruelty is ongoing, and despite new regulations, many animals are still kept in abusive conditions worldwide. One of the best ways to catch the offenders and put an end to the cruelty […]

After a tragedy occurs, we often hear stories of survival. These stories give us hope, and allow us to emphasize with the victims who were brave enough to share their experiences. In these times of hardship, no one is going to question a victim’s story. Haven’t they been through enough already? Perhaps not. Sometimes there […]

In today’s market, staying ahead of your competitors can drastically effect how well your company performs. Knowing a rival’s next move and understanding their business strategy has helped corporations form their own business plans. That’s why many organizations are practicing “competitive intelligence,” loosely defined as the act of gathering and analyzing information about other businesses […]

Hiring a new CEO, CFO, or COO can be a long and arduous process for many corporations. Sometimes, it’s easy to overlook risks in a high-ranking executive or trust dishonest information. Before making a decision, corporations should consider hiring a private investigator to perform executive background checks of a potential corporate officer. Doing so can stop […]

All over the country, immigrant workers spend hours harvesting the very fruits and vegetables that we put on our tables every day. However, many of these women face more than sore fingers and a blistering sun on the job. Verbal and sexual assault run rampant in the fields, and unfortunately the majority of these cases […]

Considering a lawsuit? Waiting to collect a judgment? If so, it may be time to hire a licensed private investigator to conduct a corporate asset investigation. Corporations are viewed legally as a separate legal entity from their shareholders, and are considered as legal persons in the eyes of the law. Corporate litigation is also an […]

Last Wednesday, a hearing was held regarding a new bill that would require Colorado private investigators to obtain a state license. The bill was approved 3-2 by the Democratic committee, and if passed, would make Colorado the 45th state that requires licensing for private investigators. Currently, private investigators in Colorado only need a business license […]

Some may call him a dinosaur in the field of private investigations. Others would refer to him as a mentor. One thing we would all agree on, Thomas Lauth, a twenty-year veteran PI and owner of Lauth Investigations International is one private investigator that stands out in the crowd. While I am not referring to […]

In 2009, Adriano Sotomayor was on the hunt for money and an unsuspecting individual. Sotomayor was a con artist, and found his mark in the nuns of the Sisters of the Rosary of Fatima convent in New Jersey. He called one of the nuns and told her that he was a New Jersey priest and […]

As companies continue to compete in a highly competitive global market, many choose to expand their businesses overseas in order to increase production and cut costs. These opportunities are major commitments and can end poorly if the right type of information isn’t collected. Before any contract is signed, companies need to know everything they can […]

  Denver, Colorado is home to over 80 respected and well-known companies. All of these companies, from small business to Fortune 500 corporations, can benefit from hiring a private investigator. Private investigation firms like Lauth Investigations International, Inc. are dedicated to assisting companies nationwide. Our private investigators based in Denver, Colorado specialize in offering the […]

Common reasons for utilizing a private investigator for background checks and asset searches: Hidden Asset Investigations in Divorce, Child Support, and Spousal Maintenance Cases Commonly, when facing divorce or child support obligations, an individual will claim fewer assets in an effort to pay lower payments. In addition, many claim they have no assets or income […]

Integrity is the foundation for anyone in business but especially for those who are public servants or providing services to the public.  Those working in the field of private investigation have a responsibility to their client and to the law to adhere to local, state, and federal law. At Lauth Investigations International based in Indianapolis, our […]

Story by NPR, August 3, 2013 Monday, the FBI announced the success of a three-day, multicity child sex trafficking operation. The seventh and largest of its kind, the raid recovered 106 teenagers and arrested 152 pimps. Aged 13 to 17, almost all of the young people  found were girls. Read the NPR story by clicking […]

Robyn Gardner is just one of many people who have fell victim to an online predator. November 30, 2012, Michigan law enforcement announced the body of Leigh Swanson had been found in the woods, approximately 10 miles northwest of Midland. Her cause of death was a fatal gunshot.

Hacking and security breaches are an ever-growing crime. If you are a consumer, never presume your information is safe even while grocery shopping. If you are a corporate business, there are many things you can do to improve your security. Contact Lauth Investigations– We can help. Top upon page open Plugins Follow @Lauthinv

ITAC have been reporting increasing incidents of minor identity theft where identity thieves combine a child’s social security number with a fictitious date of birth, creating a new “synthetic” identification that authorities claim is very difficult to detect.

With nearly 20-yrs experience, Kym has worked with television and print media throughout the country to include expert appearances on CNN, MSNBC, FOX National, The John Walsh Show, Lifetime Television, and the Montel Williams Show, and Anderson Cooper Live.

Lauth has 20 years of experience in criminal, insurance, personal, corporate, and attorney investigations, to include specializing in missing person and unsolved homicide investigations.

In a June 28, 2012, statement before the House Committee on Homeland Security and Subcommittee on Counter-terrorism and Intelligence, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Counter Intelligence Division, estimated more than $13 billion losses to the American economy due to economic espionage.

“We recognize divorce can be a traumatic event in the lives of our clients and focus on alleviating much of the stress by collecting the information, conducting surveillance, and properly presenting the information to prevent and even alleviating prolonged stress.”

“Most investigations and preparation for litigation creates an emotional environment for those involved,” says Lauth. “As licensed private investigators, it important to be dedicated and it is our duty to represent our clients with the utmost integrity and moral conduct so as not to add to emotional injury.”

By Janesara Fugal (AFP) – 2 days ago BANGKOK — Amnuaiporn Maneewan imparts the wisdom of her more than 15 years working as a private detective in Thailand: “The only man you can trust is a dead one. “If they’re still alive, still breathing, then you can’t trust them,” she says. With her James Bond-inspired […]

The New York State Senate recently passed a package of bills that would strengthen laws and toughen criminal penalties for certain sex offenses related to rape and child pornography. These heinous crimes scar the victims and their families for life and those convicted of such offenses should be dealt with in a severe manner. In […]

HOUSTON — Since a judge let him out of prison for a rape that prosecutors now say he did not commit, Michael A. Green has had trouble sleeping. Late at night, he walks the neat, quiet sidewalks in the neighborhood where he is staying with an aunt, chain-smoking cigarettes, his mind spinning furiously with questions […]

LOS ANGELES — A man who spent 24 years imprisoned for a murder he did not commit will receive $7.95 million from the City of Long Beach after he sued the police there for withholding evidence in his 1980 trial. The settlement, made public Thursday, is the largest pretrial settlement ever in California for a […]

Lawmaker who’s also RN wants to mandate background checks State Sen. Patricia L. Miller, R-Indianapolis, plans to introduce legislation that makes background checks mandatory for Indiana nurses. Miller said she has asked the Legislative Services Agency to draft such a bill in response to an Indianapolis Star report showing Indiana is one of only a […]

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Benken draws on years as police officer, attorney Brian Benken carries natural charm and a gun. The first keeps the latter in its holster. Benken is the most sought-after private investigator in Houston for criminal cases from murder to health care fraud to financial scandals. He’s a blond mix of obsessive attention to detail and […]

From missing loved ones to marriages gone wrong, there are a number of reasons why one should hire the services of a qualified private investigator. Don’t make the mistake of trying to do this work yourself! Here are the top five reasons on why a private investigator from your state: 1.) Avoid Danger. By putting […]

Many advancements of our society made in the high tech field of technology have provided many conveniences for all of us in one way or another. However, for some people there is also a lot of heartache that comes along with some of these advancements. One such example is when innocent partners have to catch […]

A leading private investigator explains how many women are taking action to catch suspicious spouses in the act. “Cheating husbands are still a hot topic in the media,” says Christopher Paoletti, Founder and President of Infidelity Investigations (http://www.infidelitypolice.com), a Connecticut private investigation firm that specializes in infidelity cases. “As a result, many women that have […]

Last month’s deadly Lake Street fire was an accident, but investigators couldn’t find the cause. Private investigators will take over now. The fast-moving fire that killed six people in a Minneapolis apartment on April 2 was an accident, not a criminal act, but local and state fire investigators couldn’t determine how it started. The official […]

Patient privacy is no doubt paramount in any physician practice. But when a subpoena suddenly is thrust into the physician-patient relationship, doctors may find themselves caught between the law and their privacy obligations. The Cleveland Clinic in Ohio found itself in such a predicament when it agreed to turn over a patient’s records in response […]

I honestly believe that the universe allows every human being the opportunity to give one person the finger consequence free. Needless to say, this isn’t one of them. A guy facing assault charges gave his judge the finger (yes that finger), according to the Daily Herald. The judge asked him to raise his right hand […]

Summer is just around the corner and that means families will reignite their love and affection for one another by piling into a small American car and driving 500 miles without working air conditioning in 2,000 degree heat to a place designed to suck more money out of their pockets that some kind of money […]

Melbourne, April 26 (ANI): Social networking sites like Facebook are being used by private investigators to uncover false claims made to insurance companies. International experts have revealed that the sites are ‘gold’ for identity thieves, reports Courier Mail. They are perusing photos and comments made on the sites of claimants and witnesses to see if […]

Edward Herdrich can’t bug your ex’s phone. Nor does he carry a gun. He’s never been shot at or had a knife or gun pulled on him. But he’s helped reunite parents with their runaway children, exposed people lying on workers’ compensation cases and even spent four months on a company bowling team to build […]

DALLAS — Let’s say you’re a private investigator, and your client wants to get the goods on that philandering spouse. You could do it the old-fashioned way, trailing him (or her) all over town. Or, for $695, you could buy a GPS Personal Asset Tracker and hide it under the bumper of the subject’s car. […]

Drive-by shooting epic fail: Forgetting to roll down your car window before you start shooting from the driver’s seat. Whoops. Andrew J. Burwitz, 20, of Appleton, Wis., allegedly tried to do a drive-by shooting at the home of his ex-girlfriend’s family and another random house. Police found him because he failed to roll down his […]

It wasn’t exactly the crime of the century, but several folks’ nights were ruined last week when a pair of armed robbers attacked a Domino’s delivery driver and made off with $36 worth of chicken wings. According to reports, the 19-year-old driver was attempting to make a delivery at a residence on the outskirts of […]

Not all lawsuits are frivolous. People should have the right to take legal action against someone who have wronged them if they can legally prove it. They should just make sure they sue the right person. And we mean PERSON. A woman who was bitten on the buttocks by a police dog lost her case […]