A short guide to private investigation
Four chapters for anyone thinking of hiring an investigator. Read them in order, like a small book, or open the one you need. Every fact has its source at the end of the chapter.
Contents
- IWhere it all began3 min
The first private detective agency was opened by a former convict. The story of the profession explains a good deal about what investigators do today, and what they no longer do.
- IIWhat an investigator may and may not do3 min
A private investigator has no police powers. Everything we find must be found in a way the law allows, or it is worthless in court and can harm the client.
- IIIHow to choose an investigator2 min
The rules differ from country to country, and so do agencies. A few plain questions will tell you most of what you need to know.
- IVWhen an employer may check an employee3 min
An employer has the right to protect the business, and an employee keeps a right to privacy at work. European judges have drawn the line between the two with care.