Private Investigation

 

 

Fraud Investigations

Ethical Edge investigates various types of corporate wrongdoings, including but not limited to financial, insurance, marketing, and supply chain misrepresentations or frauds. Our Principal is a licensed Private Investigator (PI) and Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), and she is highly skilled in identifying, collecting, analyzing, and managing testimonial, forensic, and other evidence of fraudulent activities. Ethical Edge's method for compiling final reports of findings ensures that all evidence is documented and communicated clearly to proper authorities. Ethical Edge uses a combination of investigative techniques, largely dependent on an investigation's scope and objective. These techniques include: 

  • Detailed fact-checking
  • Document analysis and review
  • Financial records examination and analysis
  • Advanced forensic examinations
  • Information Technology (IT) and digital forensics
  • Conducting interviews and other HS-INT techniques
  • Collaborating with law enforcement and legal counsel

Digital Forensics

Ethical Edge uses state-of-the-art techniques and tools to capture, analyze, and report on digital assets and information from devices of all kinds, as well as internet-based evidence from public websites and the dark web, email, cloud storage, and social networking platforms. Ethical Edge is cognizant of “best-practice” chain of custody protocols for numerous scenarios in common law jurisdictions.

In matters related to disaster response and recovery, our seasoned professionals draw on over 30 years of experience in the field to assist with network compromise investigations, from detection to forensic examination of the digital trail. We work tirelessly to pinpoint where, when, and how a compromise occurs —whether it is an insider, ransomware, or a targeted outside attack— and provide a thorough investigative report and timeline of events. 

At Ethical Edge, we are particularly adept at connecting and explaining cause-and-effect phenomena in digital investigations. We use the most current and cutting-edge forensic analysis hardware and software to maximize efficiency when time is of the essence. Most importantly, we understand our clients' diverse needs, which is why we provide clear, concise written reports for your internal, insurance, and legal needs. 

No digital forensics investigation is too ambitious or too modest. We absolutely love this work!

Financial Investigations

Ethical Edge performs thorough financial and physical or digital asset tracing services.

Services of this nature are often used in litigation, but they are also useful for verifying information during due diligence processes or background checks. At Ethical Edge, we leverage cutting-edge forensic accounting technology and investigation procedures to ensure no stone is left unturned in financial investigations. Our Principal and Associates, with extensive experience in law, business, fraud examination, auditing, and private investigation, comprise the skilled and resourceful team you need for a thorough and discreet financial investigation.

Background Checks

Background checks are helpful in various contexts. However, they are most used for governance or employment screening, entering into partnerships, applications to coach sports, or approvals of new members among private groups. Depending on your objective, a check may only include some of these services: 

  • Employment verification
  • Criminal record checks
  • Litigation history
  • Asset and liability verification
  • Credit checks
  • Character, via: Social media activity; On- and off-record statements; Past business or personal dealings; Organizational affiliations; and References

Note that some of these services will require the party's consent.

Litigation Support

Financial investigations (fund/asset tracing) and fraud examinations are not the only ways Ethical Edge can support litigation. For example, it can take an expert eye and careful processes to uncover or pinpoint a precise series of events and link them into chains of cause and effect. 

Ethical Edge can put your file on track to success by digging deep to find and connect direct and circumstantial evidence. Our Principal possesses the business and legal expertise to ensure that reporting make the relevance and materiality of information crystal clear. Whether you are appearing before a court, commission, board, or tribunal, Ethical Edge maintains awareness of the intended information. It goes the distance to understand the context of the case in detail and the expertise of the final adjudicator(s). 

When you engage with Ethical Edge, you're not just getting a service, you're gaining a partner who can save you significant time and resources. We're confident that we can streamline your processes while providing the most solid support possible for your cases.