TRACING Our team of researchers will quickly and accurately establish the whereabouts of a company or individual, working from minimal information and on a ‘No trace, no fee’ basis – subject to terms. INSURANCE INVESTIGATIONS Investigations Direct specialise in uncovering fraudulent insurance claims. Evidence is produced as a comprehensive report, detailing times/ dates etc and disclosing the subject’s movement. High quality photographic, video and audio evidence will be presented in the desired format. DUE DILLIGENCE Investigations Direct can assist in the obtaining of background information into the integrity of Directors, company profiles, financial status and any outstanding litigation. Vetting of potential employees, credit rating and background checks can be made. We can provide accurate and current information in defending hostile takeover bids and in instances of acquisitions and mergers. EMPLOYMENT CONFIRMATION Investigations Direct will carry out employment checks to find out whether an individual is currently working, their employment history and whether they are employed or self-employed. Checks can be carried out to assist in means testing. WITNESS STATEMENTS Witnesses can be traced and interviewed and statements obtained anywhere in the UK whilst our network enables us to offer a cost effective service throughout the world. PROCESS SERVING Respondents can be tracked anywhere in the UK prior to service of Documentation. Urgent papers can be picked up from Court or from your offices. Our back office staff can prepare detailed Affidavits and our representatives will attend Court where necessary. Our network of partners enable us to offer a comprehensive global service. SURVEILLANCE Our surveillance agents are equipped with digital photographic, video and recording equipment that can be adjusted for covert use, for example when the subject is followed into an office or restaurant. A comprehensive report is compiled, detailing times, places visited and any association with third parties. High quality photographic, video and audio evidence will be presented in the desired format. Where necessary we will prepare Affidavits and all Investigations Directs’ agents are experienced in giving evidence in Court. PRE-SURVEILLANCE CHECKS Lifestyle reports create valuable information prior to carrying out a surveillance operation on a company or individual. This service greatly reduces the effects of unprepared or uninformed surveillance by providing details of the subject's movements and possible locations, which are essential for a successful operation. BUGGING Bespoke covert devices are available to monitor audio and video and create recordings of conversations in the car, in the home or office or on telephone lines. If you are the bill payer and the registered owner of the line, we will install a covert recording system on your telephone line. The system enables 24 hour monitoring on a voice activated device. DE-BUGGING Investigations Direct offer an industry leading de-bugging service, utilising the latest Winkelmann digital equipment. Our Counter Electronic Survey will check you home, office and car, giving complete peace of mind. Where a device is found, Investigations Direct will trace the unit to source. STATUS ENQUIRIES/ STAFF & TENANT VETTING Investigations Direct can compile detailed reports into employment history, lifestyle and financial background. A search can uncover employment status, salary information and check for adverse credit history. Reports can be obtained through interviewing and discreet enquiries, always compliant with legislation. EVIDENCE GATHERING Investigations Direct have considerable experience in gathering and collating information and, where necessary, attending court to present our evidence. Audio evidence can be produced in the format requested, video and photographs presented with accompanying report. NEIGHBOURHOOD REPORTS Investigations Direct prepare detailed documentation for prospective property purchasers, listing information not found within standard surveyors reports. Information uncovered will include neighbours and neighbourhood disputes, traffic problems at different times of day, crime rates, quality of local schools and hospitals and any other unusual problems in the area. ACCIDENT PLANS & INVESTIGATIONS Accident plans can be produced with accompanying photographic evidence. Those involved in accidents can be traced, interviewed and detailed statements taken. Service is available throughout the UK and Ireland. All enquiries are treated in the strictest of confidence.