Lawyers and other professionals contact our office every day and ask whether it is permissible for an asset search company or private investigator to conduct bank, stock, bond or mutual fund account searches on a subject. The short answer is “no”.  Not only is conducting a bank, stock, bond, or mutual fund search considered to […]

Insurance coverage is something most people do not have to think about until something goes wrong. People sign forms, opt in, or opt out, and then forget about it. When your client undergoes an injury from a car accident, slip and fall or some other injury caused by someone else’s negligence, suddenly these decisions can […]

When a person dies, the executor or personal representative of the estate is tasked with recording the estate of the decedent with the probate court so the court can approve estate distributions to the heirs. It is necessary for the executor to file an estate inventory with the court, which is just what it sounds […]

An Asset Search Can Help Manage the Risks of Being a Personal Representative When you learn that your relative has chosen you to be the personal representative or executor of the estate, your first reaction could be to feel honored. It is a positive thing that your relative has placed their trust in you. However, […]

4 Reasons to Conduct an Asset Search in a Personal Injury Case When your client has suffered a personal injury and relies on you for counsel, you must do your “due diligence” and assess the value of the case. There are a number of reasons why an asset search is not only desirable, but also […]

Dog bite cases can cause great harm and distress to those who are the victim of the injury. For young children, the injuries can be particularly serious. Unfortunately, a mishap involving a dog also involves the owner of the dog. If you are a personal injury attorney representing a client who needs to sue for […]

Are you an attorney who is advising an executor or personal representative of an estate? In some cases, the deceased’s estate may have significant liabilities together with undisclosed assets. It is estimated that 73% of Americans will die in debt. To fulfill your due diligence to your client you can conduct a quick asset search […]

Unfortunately, it is surprisingly easy for assets to get lost during a person’s lifetime. A deceased person may have intended to provide for their heirs but may have lost track of certain assets that should be distributed with their estate. As a probate and estates attorney, you need to be sure that the beneficiaries of […]

If your client sustains injuries from an accident at a business premises or on private property, their bills can stack up. In addition to medical bills, your client could face lost wages and the cost of physical and psychological rehabilitation due to pain and distress. With so many costs resulting from an injury, how do […]

When a divorce client is going through an asset intensive, complex divorce, their spouse may have selective amnesia regarding the full extent of their assets and business interests. A quick and cost-effective asset search can spell out the assets and liabilities of your subject and provide a road map for conducting further discovery. Prosecuting a […]