An online post, witness statement, surveillance observation, or vehicle download may reveal useful information. But discovering information does not necessarily make it reliable. Before information can become a defensible investigative finding, the investigator should determine where it came from, whether it relates to the correct person...
Locating individuals is a common request in many types of investigations. Attorneys may need to locate witnesses, heirs, or defendants. Insurance companies often require updated contact information for claimants or other involved parties. Private investigators are frequently asked to locate individuals who have relocated, changed...
Locating individuals is often a critical step in legal and insurance matters. Attorneys, adjusters, and other professionals may need to identify the whereabouts of witnesses, defendants, claimants, or other involved parties. In many cases, progress depends on successfully identifying and locating a key individual. While nationwide...
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...
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...
Artificial intelligence (AI) has introduced groundbreaking innovations, but it’s also bringing complex challenges to the insurance defense industry. Among the most pressing concerns is the rise of AI-generated videos, synthetic voice cloning, and other forms of manipulated content that can complicate investigations and open the...
Successfully obtaining cooperation from a witness begins with empathy, respect for their time, and intentional rapport-building. Unlike insureds or claimants, who typically have a duty to cooperate, witnesses have no legal obligation to speak with investigators and often have no personal stake in the incident. For...
The story of Hodson PI is rooted in humble beginnings, strong values, and a vision to build something meaningful. Long before it became one of California’s trusted names in investigative services, it began with childhood curiosity, a rural work ethic, and the drive to create...
