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Asset Searches
Prior to Entering a Lawsuit
It is important to conduct an asset search prior to filing suit against an individual or company to determine what assets or regular income is present in the event a judgement is ordered by the court (see below). It is not worth the cost of legal fees to file a suit against a person or company that will be unable to pay any court ordered sum. It is also important to determine what assets or property could be attached on an uncontested basis once a judgement is issued, assuming victory in the suit. If the entity to be sued has nothing of value that can be taken, there is no point in entering a lawsuit.
Collecting on a Judgement
When the court orders a sum of money to be paid as part of a civil action, a judgement is issued, this is simply a court order for the payment of funds. It is rare for the defendant to simply pay the amount ordered on the spot. The judicial system only orders payment, but collection is the responsibility of the plaintiff. A judgement will stand for ten years, but can be extended to become permanent. However, this requires that the defendant, who is now considered to be the debtor, be questioned in a deposition or hearing under oath regarding their financial status. If the debtor is going to surrender an item of property such as an automobile or boat, be certain to do an asset search before taking possession. If there are any liens against the property, taking possession may also bring with it liability for the lien.
Divorce
The finances involved in a divorce can often become rather complicated. It is not uncommon for a spouse to hide assets that would be open to dispute. An asset search of the party being divorced is very important to be certain that all assets are accounted for.
Child Support/Alimony
Public child support enforcement agencies are ill-equipped to locate parents who evade their child support obligations. Quite often the errant parent will attempt to hide assets, thus pleading an inability to meet child support of alimony payments. In child support cases, once the parent is located, information regarding their wages or any hidden assets should be given to the proper child support enforcement agency that can then facilitate collection.
Background Checks
We have the best wide variety of background check services available on the market today. Some of the most reliable information will be provided in a comprehensive search. Results that are accurate and trustworthy. Our services offer a range of search options including people search and criminal background search. In addition to a person’s address and phone number, you can expect to discover even the most minor misdemeanor. Here are a few reasons to run a background check.
Hiring Employees
Pre-employment screening is one of the most common reasons for a background check. Employers need to know who they are hiring and they have a duty to their shareholders, stakeholders and co-workers to keep everyone as safe as possible. Finding out the truth about someone using a background check is quick, inexpensive and allows an employer or H.R. department to take the guess work out of hiring.
As part of Due diligence
When buying a business or even a part of a business, one should always conduct a complete and detailed background check of the person or people selling the business itself. Regarding our American corporate entities, a company is like a person, it has a background of its own. A due diligence background check may also be used in cases where an investment is being considered in some type of project or venture. The reasoning for this type of background check is a simple way to protect the investment and the investors.
For Litigation
Often, when litigation is commenced, an attorney will want as much ammunition as possible to try and attack his or her opponent. A background check can reveal all sorts of things about people that can be used to attack their credibility, truthfulness and to verify or refute the testimony that they provide. In criminal defense cases, many times a background check will be conducted on the accusers or witnesses to try and locate crimes of dishonesty to impeach their testimony. Knowing more about the people you are opposing is one of the most obvious reasons for a background check.
When children may be at risk
Whenever your children are involved, the reason for a background check are numerous and very apparent. People will conduct a background check of their children’s care givers, people they may be traveling with, people that live in the neighborhood who appear suspicious. An ex-spouse’s new romantic interest, etc. etc. A background check is an excellent way to get information that a parent may need to protect their child.
Before a relationship gets serious
Dating is one thing, marriage is another. As licensed private investigators, we are finding more and more people who are in a relationship and pondering marriage who want to conduct a background check of the soon to be spouse. This is another great use of the background check to protect yourself. We have many people in their thirties and above who want to be sure they know the person they are committing to. There is also a pattern that shows that the more financially well off you are, the more likely you are to conduct a background check. The reason being, it will help to protect our client from being taken advantage of by the other person. Unfortunately, particularly with long distance relationships, we do find people pretending to be something or even someone they are not.
When things go wrong
Lastly, we have many people who call us for a background check because something has gone wrong. Someone has done something bad and now they want to know all about this person who has taken advantage of them or their loved ones. This type of background check will fill in the total picture and many times ends up being provided to your attorney, family or to the police to assist them in fixing the situation
Locate Searches
Tracking harassing phone calls
At least once in your life, you have probably experienced a harassing phone call or one that was surely a scam. Using us, you can determine the origin of these phone calls.
Sending out invitations
As you are sending out invitations or flyers to events, you may realize that you need to locate an address. By choosing the best people finders, you can get all the necessary information.
Finding lost loved ones
Our site can also help you reunite, with relatives or friends. We might also find someone from your past.
Process Serving
We have very professional process servers
If you do not have the time to personally look through the credentials of the many process servers in your area, consider hiring one of our professional process servers.
Our rates are very competitive
The cost of having papers served frequently depends on how many attempts it takes and what kind of turnaround time is anticipated. A routine service takes between five to seven days and can cost as little as $50.00 for most locations. A Rush service is first attempt within two to three days, cost $75.00 most locations. Same day service if received before 11:00 am the same day, cost $150.00. These prices are for each individual or business. The average cost for all process servers is $45.00 and $75.00. Keep in mind that your final intention is to have documents effectively served, so the expertise and practical knowledge of the process server is substantially more important than the cost of the service.
Small Claims
Small claims court is for regular people who want to take certain legal matters into their own hands. A small claims action allows an individual or business to be compensated by a party who has not performed according to an agreement or who had committed some wrong doing. Typically, one brings a dispute before the small claims court that may not be significant enough to retain an attorney or to bear the expense of a full –fledged court case.
The small claims department of the court is designated to settle legal issues and problems arising from contractual or service disputes or other claims. The maximum amount one is able to recover in small claims court varies according to the state you file in and can range from $2,500.00 to $10,000.00.
A hearing date will be scheduled through the court. You and the person your suing, will both be able to tell the judge your sides of the story. You should bring all evidence you want to present to the judge with you. The judge will listen to both sides and then make a decision.
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