In serious motor vehicle accidents, physical damage tells only part of the story. Event Data can provide critical insight into what occurred in the seconds before and during a collision. For insurance defense teams, this information often plays a pivotal role in evaluating claims, clarifying...
In claims and litigation, timing doesn’t just matter—it dictates leverage. Evidence gathered early tends to be cleaner, more actionable, and far easier to test. That’s why teams authorize surveillance quickly, preserve social media before it disappears, and complete locates before individuals relocate. Yet many professionals...
In insurance defense, documentation quality plays a decisive role in claim outcomes. Attorneys, claims professionals, and litigation teams rely on investigative findings to support sound decisions. Not every report meets legal expectations. A court-ready investigative report provides reliable documentation that supports defense strategies under legal...
Address histories play a valuable role in modern investigations, especially within insurance defense matters. An address history is a documented record of locations associated with an individual over time. These records are built from publicly available information and data that has been made public through...
Sub-Rosa Surveillance preparation is the process of gathering publicly available information about a subject before initiating any fieldwork. This includes online research, social media scans, public records, and past claim reviews—all used strictly within ethical and legal boundaries. The purpose? To develop a clear, actionable...
Temecula, CA — Hodson PI, LLC is proud to announce Nikki Tinsman as the company’s 2025 Employee of the Year, as well as the recipient of the 2025 Above and Beyond CEO Award, the firm’s highest internal honor recognizing extraordinary commitment, leadership, and impact. Throughout 2025, Nikki has...
Public video evidence continues to reshape modern insurance defense investigations. This includes dashcam footage, social media uploads, and security camera clips made public. These sources, when properly reviewed, offer clear, objective insight based solely on what appears in public view. At Hodson P.I., our investigators rely...
Confirming locations plays a crucial role in many insurance defense investigations. The rise of social platforms and review-based apps has made verifying location data more efficient and fact-based. This process is performed ethically, without violating privacy or accessing private information. Public-facing posts that users share intentionally...
Choosing the right investigation methods can make or break a case. In insurance defense, selecting between sub rosa surveillance and online monitoring depends on the subject’s activities, case timeline, and available data. While both offer valuable insight, knowing when to deploy each approach ensures resources...
Our investigators were retained on a rush basis to conduct a vehicle recovery involving a late-model SUV tied to a loss. Additionally, they were tasked with securing critical onboard electronic components for analysis, even though the vehicle had already moved beyond the original owner’s control. Leveraging...
