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2012-02-10T11:24:00.003-05:00

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Holiday Shopping Safety 2011

2011-12-11T19:00:00.002-05:00

Private Investigator Long Island, Long Island Investigations yearly holiday safety tips. This is from an article posted in November, that I thought I would pass along to you:

- If you are shopping anywhere near nighttime and you are going to be in the store past dark, park closer to the stores. The best case scenario is that you park near a light post so if you come out after dark, you are near a visible, well-lit area.

- Before you get out of your car, make sure you do not leave anything in sight. When you come back, peek inside your car to make sure no one is there.

- Put whatever you bought in the trunk. If you have an SUV or van, take a blanket to cover up your items.

- Always be sure to have your key or key fob out and accessible.

- Travel light. When you go to the store, take only what you need such as a driver's license, a credit card, and a minimal amount of cash.

- If you insist on carrying a full size purse or bag, put it over your shoulder because that makes it a harder target for thieves.

- If you are heading to or from your car and you feel threatened, whatever you do, do not go back to your car. Get back to the store because safety is in numbers. A lot of people make the mistake where they think the car is the safe haven. They run to it and they lock the doors but a window can be broken out easily.

- Absolutely shop with a buddy. If you are going to make it an all day shopping trip and you come out to your car to unload your first armful of goodies, people are going to be out in the parking lot watching for that. Take an opportunity and take little break from shopping. Drive around and maybe get some lunch. Or perhaps drive around to a different parking location altogether before going back in and refilling.

- While it is the season of giving, be wary of panhandlers or solicitors. The thing to remember is the vast majority of them, especially around holiday time, are scammers. If you feel compelled to donate, donate locally. But when you are dealing with these folks that are approaching you on the street, often times they are working with accomplices. What they are waiting for is for you to pull out your wallet, open up and show how much cash you have, and the next thing you know it is snatched out of your hands. If you are accosted by a panhandler, notify the store or mall manager or call police. You may be saving the next person from a hassle or worse.
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- It is best to limit your cash while shopping. These days, more people want to use cash so they do not run up credit card bills. You can always cancel a debit or credit card if it is stolen. Unfortunately, you cannot stop payment on stolen cash. If you insist on using cash, try keeping it in a front pocket.

List of shopping safety tips:

· Carry only what you need (license, credit card, minimal cash)
· Carry it in your pocket, if possible
· Use wristlet, or purse that can be slung across your body
· Always keep car locked
· Have keys in hand, be aware of your surroundings
· Glance inside vehicle before getting in
· Exercise is good, but opt for spot closer to store building, preferably near light
· If you sense danger, don't run to vehicle for safe haven, run back inside store
· Put items in trunk, rather than plain view in car
· If driving van/SUV, you should keep a blanket inside anyway, throw it over your bags to help camouflage
· Extensive shopping; when dropping off packages in car, consider taking a little break and moving your car (suspects will monitor parking lots)

Panhandlers:

· Almost always scammers
· Often work with accomplices
· "Just say no", practice your response so you're ready
· Your purse may get snatched as you open it to get money·

If you feel compelled to donate, give to a local charity and refer panhandler toward proper source for help
· Notify store/mall manager, or call police

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2011-08-11T08:35:00.001-04:00

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2011-07-16T17:16:00.002-04:00

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Hiring - Nassau County Based Investigator

2011-06-06T06:58:00.003-04:00

Long Island Investigations is seeking an experienced investigator in the Nassau County or western Suffolk County area.
Contact us and attach a resume please.
You can also find us at:
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You can alternatively call 516-795-3368 for more information.

In-Depth Asset Searches

2011-06-04T09:53:00.001-04:00

Yes, some private investigators, including Long Island Investigations Inc, have the ability and the means to uncover assets, even if they are intentionally hidden. These asset types include simple searches of properties (homes, buildings, etc) and further include savings, checking and all "in-bank" accounts such as CD's. They also include brokerage firm type accounts such as stocks, on-line accounts (such as e-trade) and many other types of investment accounts.
When performed correctly, these investigations do take up to 10 days to complete, as they are obviously vast in scope.
So next time you are told that no one can find assets, tell them they are mistaken and refer them to this post or to:
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or
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Cheating and Infidelity Investigations

2011-06-04T09:48:00.002-04:00

Sex drive has increased or decreased recently (yes, it can be either)
Picks a fight in order to storm out of the house. (Guess where he/she's going?)
Suspicious cell phone calls from restricted numbers
Finds excuses to leave the house that he never used to use. (He wants privacy on the cell phone)
If you have sex, something has changed. A new act or position. (Something new learned? If so, from who?)
Suddenly works overtime (used to hate it and tried to avoid it) Now he/she loves it and works late often.
Suddenly has an interest in his/her appearance. Maybe goes to the gym, wears nicer clothes, cleaned his car inside and out and never has before. Is your significant other trying to impress someone?
Short tempered and never was before
Runs out of vacation or sick time at work(It was used for secret meetings with the "other")

These are just a few signs. If you suspect lies and cheating, hire a professional to get the truth.

Private Investigator Long Island and how bad weather helps surveillance

2011-06-04T09:35:00.001-04:00

Most people don't realize this, but inclement weather actually enhances the covert capabilities of physical mobile surveillance.
On a bright sunny day, visibility is great, people can look around at their surroundings, etc. This can heighten there sense of awareness and may notice a surveillance a bit easier than rain or snowy conditions. Experience has shown, and studies by law enforcement have confirmed that when the weather is bad, people generally drive in a more cautious manner, paying increased attention to the road, rather than their surroundings. This, coupled with the obvious reduction of visibility, easily creates a condition known to be surveillance friendly to anyone conducting surveillance.
So contrary to widely popular beliefs, rainy days are GREAT days to conduct mobile surveillance.
Posted by Private Investigator Long Island

Hiring

2011-05-21T06:55:00.003-04:00

We are still looking for one more qualified, experienced investigator who is New York City based. Please call or send resumes through our web site, www.longislandinvestigations.com or one of the other sites, www.suffolkcountyprivateinvestigator.com or www.privateinvestigatorlongisland.com

Must be NYPD experienced in investigations.

Local Zip Codes, Private Investigator Long Island Service Area

2011-05-19T06:43:00.004-04:00

Thanks for the list!
Private Investigator Long Island conducts investigations in all these areas and more.
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Albertson 11507
Alden Manor 11003
Alden Terrace 11580
Amagansett 11930
Amityville 11701
Aquebogue 11931
Arverne 11692
Asharoken 11768
Astoria 11102
Astoria 11103
Astoria 11105
Astoria 11106
Atlantic Beach 11509
Babylon 11702
Baiting Hollow 11933
Baldwin 11510
Baxter Estates 11050
Bay Shore 11706
Bayside 11359
Bayside 11360
Bayside 11361
Bayport 11705
Bayville 11709
Bellrose 11426
Bellmore 11710
Bellport 11713
Belle Terre 11777
Bethpage 11714
Blue Point 11715
Bohemia 11716
Brentwood 11717
Breezy Point 11697
Bridgehampton 11932
Brightwaters 11718
Brookhaven 11719
Brooklyn 11201 – 11256
Brookville 11545
Calverton 11933
Cambria Heights 11411
Carle Place 11514
Cedarhurst 11516
Center Moriches 11934
Centereach 11720
Centerport 11721
Central Islip 11722
Cherry Grove 11782
Cold Spring Harbor 11724
College Point 11356
Commack 11725
Copiague 11726
Coram 11727
Corona 11368
Cutchogue 11935
Davis Park 11772
Deer Park 11729
Dix Hills 11746
East Elmhurst 11369
East Elmhurst 11370
East Hampton 11937
East Islip 11730
East Marion 11939
East Moriches 11940
East Meadow 11554
East Norwich 11732
East Northport 11731
East Patchogue 11772
Eastport 11941
East Quogue 11942
East Rockaway 11518
East Setauket 11733
East Williston 11596
Eaton’s Neck 11768
Edgewood 11717
Elmhurst 11373
Elmhurst 11380
Elmont 11003
Elwood 11731
Fair Harbor 11706
Far Rockaway 11690
Far Rockaway 11691
Far Rockaway 11693
Far Rockaway 11695
Farmingdale 11735
Farmingville 11738
Fire Island Pines 11782
Flanders 11901
Floral Park 11003
Floral Park 11005
Flower Hill (Pt Wash) 11050
Flower Hill (Roslyn) 11576
Flushing 11351
Flushing 11352
Flushing 11354
Flushing 11355
Flushing 11358
Flushing 11367
Flushing 11371
Flushing 11381
Flushing 11390
Forest Hills 11375
Fort Solonga 11768
Franklin Square 11010
Freeport 11520
Fresh Meadows 11365
Fresh Meadows 11366
Garden City 11530
Garden City Park 11040
Gibson 11581
Glen Cove 11542
Glen Head 11545
Glen Oaks 11004
Glenwood Landing 11547
Gordon Heights 11763
Great Neck 11020
Great River 11739
Green Acres 11581
Greenlawn 11740
Greenport 11944
Greenvale 11548
Halesite 11743
Hampton Bays 11946
Hauppauge 11788
Hempstead 11550
Hempstead Garden 11552
Herricks 11040
Hewlett 11557
Hicksville 11801
Holbrook 11741
Hollis 11423
Holtsville 11742
Howard Beach 11414
Huntington 11743
Huntington Station 11746
Inwood 11096
Islandia 11749
Island Park 11558
Island Trees 11756
Islip 11751
Islip Terrace 11752
Jackson Heights 11372
Jamaica 11405
Jamaica 11424
Jamaica 11425
Jamaica 11430
Jamaica 11431
Jamaica 11432
Jamaica 11433
Jamaica 11434
Jamaica 11435
Jamaica 11436
Jamaica 11439
Jamaica 11451
Jamaica 11484
Jamaica 11499
Jamesport 11947
Jericho 11753
Kensington 11021
Kew Gardens 11415
Kings Park 11754
Kings Point 11024
Kismet 11706
Lake Grove 11755
Lake Ronkonkoma 11779
Lake Success 11020
Lakeland 11779
Lakeview (RVC) 11570
Lakeview (W.Hemp) 11552
Lattingtown 11560
Laurel 11948
Laurel Hollow 11791
Lawrence 11559
Levittown 11756
Lido Beach 11561
Lindenhurst 11757
Little Neck 11362
Little Neck 11363
Lloyd Harbor 11743
Locust Valley 11560
Long Beach 11561
Long Island City 11101
Long Island City 11109
Long Island City 11120
Lynbrook 11563
Malverne 11565
Manhasset 11030
Manhasset Hills 11040
Manorhaven 11050
Manorville 11949
Maspeth 11378
Massapequa 11758
Massapequa Park 11762
Mastic 11950
Mastic Beach 11951
Matinecock 11560
Mattituck 11952
Medford 11763
Medford Station 11763
Melville 11747
Merrick 11566
Middle Island 11953
Middle Village 11379
Miller Place 11764
Mill Neck 11765
Mineola 11501
Montauk 11954
Moriches 11955
Mount Sinai 11766
Munson 11010
Muttontown 11545
Nassau Point 11935
Nesconset 11767
North Bellmore 11710
New Cassel 11590
New Hyde Park 11040
New Suffolk 11956
Nissequogue 11780
North Babylon 11703
North Great River 11752
North Woodmere 11581
Northport 11768
Noyac 10960
Oak Beach 11702
Oakdale 11769
Oakland Gardens 11364
Ocean Beach 11770
Oceanside 11572
Old Bethpage 11804
Old Brookville 11545
Old Field 11733
Old Westbury 11568
Orient 11957
Oyster Bay 11771
Ozone Park 11416
Ozone Park 11417
Patchogue 11772
Peconic 11958
Plainedge 11756
Plainview 11803
Plandome 11030
Point Lookout 11569
Point O’Woods 11706
Poquott 11733
Port Jefferson 11777
Port Jefferson Station 11776
Port Washington 11050
Queens Village 11427
Queens Village 11428
Queens Village 11429
Quogue 11959
Rego Park 11374
Remsenburg 11960
Richmond Hill 11418
Ridge 11961
Ridgewood 11385
Ridgewood 11386
Riverhead 11901
Rockaway Park 11694
Rockville Centre 11570
Rocky Point 11778
Ronkonkoma 11779
Rosedale 11422
Roosevelt 11575
Roosevelt Field 11530
Roslyn 11576
Roslyn Heights 11577
Russell Gardens 11021
Saddle Rock 11023
Sag Harbor 11963
Sagaponack 11962
Saint Albans 11412
Saint James 11780
Saltaire 11706
San Remo 11754
Sands Point 11050
Santapoque 11704
Sayville 11782
Sea Cliff 11579
Seaford 11783
Searingtown 11507
Selden 11784
Setauket 11733
Shelter Island 11964
Shelter Island Heights 11965
Shinnecock Hills 11968
Shirley 11967
Shoreham 11786
Smithtown 11787
Sound Beach 11789
South Farmingdale 11735
South Hampton 11968
South Jamesport 11970
South Ozone Park 11420
South Richmond Hill 11419
Southold 11971
Speonk 11972
Springfield Gardens 11413
Springs 11937
Stewart Manor 11530
Stony Brook 11790
Sunnyside 11104
Syosset 11791
Upton 11973
Uniondale 11553
Valley Stream 11580
Valley Stream 11581
Wading River 11792
Wainscott 11975
Wantagh 11793
Water Mill 11976
Water Island 11772
West Babylon 11704
West Gilgo 11702
West Hempstead 11552
West Islip 11795
West Sayville 11796
Westbury 11590
Westhampton 11977
Westhampton Beach 11978
Wheatley Heights 11798
Whitestone 11357
Williston Park 11596
Woodbury 11797
Woodhaven 11421
Woodmere 11598
Woodside 11377
Wyandanch 11798
Yaphank 11980

Privacy and Facebook

2011-05-16T12:19:00.004-04:00

I just returned from Disney World in Florida where I spent a few days conducting a surveillance (yea, I know..tough assignment). Throughout the entire trip, I was amazed..repeatedly, by the amount of people who were on their smart phones with Facebook apps open. Every line I was on (and there were many) and every place I sat, had several..yes several, people posting to their Facebook accounts. I couldn't help but to eavesdrop, since they were everywhere. It was obvious that these people were announcing to the world, where they were and what they were doing.
First..Who really gives a rats ass! Are you trying to tell me that people on their friends lists really care that they just got off Dumbo and are on line at the Tea Cups? Really? They care that the lines are so short? Or how you just ate a Mickey's Premium Ice Cream?
OK, so this same scenario repeated itself dozens of times throughout the trip.
Next point..I can't understand why people have basically given up the right to privacy..voluntarily. We have laws in this country that were hard fought to enact, that allow us privacy. Social media has not only taken that right away, but has convinced the masses that it's a great thing. I'm sorry, but I find this to be ridiculous.
My opinion..post to Facebook when you have something to say. But not every time you wipe your ass or your baby burps, no less telling everyone your location, actions and feelings on those actions, every hour of the day. How about trying a phone call or waiting to see someone face-to-face? You know..real human interaction.
Have we lost that?

Google Places Page for Long Island Private Investigator

2011-05-16T06:12:00.002-04:00

Our Places Page on Google Maps is up and running after a total rehab.
Check it out here

Long Island Investigations Hiring

2011-03-19T08:14:00.005-04:00

Looking for former NYPD personnel to conduct investigations within New York City. Surveillance and interview experience is a must.
To send your resume, go to our web site at http://www.longislandinvestigations.com and then go to contact us. Use the email link to send your resume.

On a Long Surveillance... Bathroom?

2011-03-18T12:52:00.001-04:00

After literally scores of inquiries by the public, I am compelled to post this. This is certainly a different post, but, hey, why not?
It's funny how many people ask if, while on surveillance, you need to use a rest room. Well of course we do. But any good investigator stays put if at all possible. Reason being, if you've been on surveillance for hours, you know if you leave, chances are you'll miss something. So what do we do? Simple; use a coffee cup (Starbucks grande works great) or a snapple bottle. What I use is even better. I use a "port a john" or "Travel John." It's made for just such a situation. Yep, that's what we do. Maybe a little crude, but it's the way it is.
I use tint and shades to assure privacy, if you can call it that.
BTW, I always have water, paper towels and Purell for sanitary reasons. Hope everyone does.
Now please excuse me while I relieve myself.

New Seminar for 2011

2011-03-06T07:47:00.004-05:00

We're tossing around the idea of a new seminar this year located in New York City in addition to Long Island, as in prior years. Looking to cover surveillance, insurance fraud, worker's compensation cases and matrimonial infidelity cheating spouse in the new age of electronic evidence.
Any feedback?

Holiday Shopping Safety

2010-11-30T06:20:00.002-05:00

Well, it's that time of year again. Here's a re-post that may help you keep safe during this season. Remember, it's a prime and busy season for thieves too!
Holiday Shopping Safety Tips
Take Extra Precaution

The following tips from the Los Angeles Police Department Crime Prevention Section can help you be more careful, prepared and aware during the holiday season.

Crime Prevention

Shopping during the holiday season can present it's own form of danger. Taking a few prevention measures can help keep your holiday season safe.

The holiday season is a time when busy people can become careless and vulnerable to theft and other holiday crime.

Shop during daylight hours whenever possible. If you must shop at night, go with a friend or family member.

Dress casually and comfortably.

Avoid wearing expensive jewelry.

Do not carry a purse or wallet, if possible.

Always carry your California Driver License or Identification Card along with necessary cash, checks and/or a credit card you expect to use.

Even though you are rushed and thinking about a thousand things, stay alert to your surroundings.

Avoid carrying large amounts of cash.

Pay for purchases with a check or credit card when possible.

Keep cash in your front pocket.

Notify the credit card issuer immediately if your credit card is lost, stolen or misused.

Keep a record of all of your credit card numbers in a safe place at home.

Be extra careful if you do carry a wallet or purse. They are the prime targets of criminals in crowded shopping areas, transportation terminals, bus stops, on buses and other rapid transit.

Avoid overloading yourself with packages. It is important to have clear visibility and freedom of motion to avoid mishaps.

Beware of strangers approaching you for any reason. At this time of year, "con-artists" may try various methods of distracting you with the intention of taking your money or belongings.

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New Web Site

2010-11-22T12:59:00.004-05:00

We have updated our main site at Long Island Investigations
Hope you like the new look!
Happy Thanksgiving to all

Long Island Investigations Hiring

2010-10-24T15:57:00.002-04:00

We are looking for experienced investigators. Retired NYPD with surveillance experience preferred. Email your resume from any email link at our contact pages of our web sites.

Long Island Private Investigator - Insurance Surveillance, Workers Comp Seminar

2010-02-20T09:03:00.003-05:00

Posted by Long Island Private Investigator
Location: Nassau County, Massapequa and Suffolk County, Farmingdale, NY

Long Island Investigations (specifically Tom and Paul) are organizing a seminar that will focus primarily on fraud surveillance cases such as insurance and workers comp type injury investigations. We are putting feelers out to everyone and want your feedback on location, specific sub-topics and date.
let us know by email please.
Visit us at Private Investigator Suffolk County
or
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or
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2009-11-17T09:17:00.010-05:00

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Private Investigator Long Island New Site - Suffolk County Private Investigator

2009-09-03T10:57:00.003-04:00

Private Investigator, Long Island Investigations, Inc. announces it's new web site to replace the aging original.
Check out our new web site here.
Posted by:
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Private Investigator Long Island - Latest Press Release

2009-08-13T08:35:00.001-04:00

Long Island Private Investigator, Long Island Investigations 24/7 press release Aug 13, 2009 updated.
Read our latest press release.

Private Investigator Long Island - Send Us Your Resume

2009-08-08T07:28:00.004-04:00

Long Island Investigations is looking to add personnel, namely NYPD Detectives or retired NYPD Detectives for surveillance assignments on Long Island and in New York City. If you are interested, please call us at 516-795-3368 or mail us your resume.
You can see our web sites at:
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Wheelchair Bound, On A Jet Ski. Unreal

2009-07-17T06:17:00.003-04:00

Well the title pretty much sums it up. So if anyone out there claims to be wheelchair bound and is suing for millions, I would suggest you keep off of your jet ski.
An insurance fraud case that we have been working on was blown wide open when the claimant was video taped jumping waves on his jet ski. The footage is absolutely amazing. So for those who think it's a good idea to commit fraud and try to get more than they have coming..think twice. Now he will lose everything, including his freedom!
Oh..and enjoy your summer!

Updated Private Investigatior Data Bases

2009-04-02T07:56:00.002-04:00

Choice Point?
IRB?
Accruint?
TracersInfo?
What is preferred these days?
I use all the above. But I am seeing quite a bit of redundancy and not much different information from one data base to the next.
Let's here some opinions from you.
Post by email, thanks.

Private Investigator Long Island - Signs Of the Times

2009-03-06T12:25:00.002-05:00

Here's an article concerning repos. In this economic climate, repos are way up and violence is too:
Repo Violence

Private Investigator Long Island and Suffolk County Court Testimony

2009-02-07T07:38:00.003-05:00

Long Island Investigations is planning it's latest seminar to take place in western Suffolk County or possibly eastern Nassau County this coming April. The seminar will be open to all private investigators and their staff. The focus will be on court testimony and report writing. These two subjects are something of particular interest to PI's who were not prior law enforcement officers, who, due to their careers, testified extensively.
We are taking suggestions for exact locations, a firm date and additional speakers.
please notify Paul or Tom, as in the past.

Private Investigator Long Island - Holiday Shopping Safety

2008-12-10T07:37:00.004-05:00

Holiday Shopping Safety Tips
Take Extra Precaution

The following tips from the Los Angeles Police Department Crime Prevention Section can help you be more careful, prepared and aware during the holiday season.

Crime Prevention

Shopping during the holiday season can present it's own form of danger. Taking a few prevention measures can help keep your holiday season safe.

The holiday season is a time when busy people can become careless and vulnerable to theft and other holiday crime.

Shop during daylight hours whenever possible. If you must shop at night, go with a friend or family member.

Dress casually and comfortably.

Avoid wearing expensive jewelry.

Do not carry a purse or wallet, if possible.

Always carry your California Driver License or Identification Card along with necessary cash, checks and/or a credit card you expect to use.

Even though you are rushed and thinking about a thousand things, stay alert to your surroundings.

Avoid carrying large amounts of cash.

Pay for purchases with a check or credit card when possible.

Keep cash in your front pocket.

Notify the credit card issuer immediately if your credit card is lost, stolen or misused.

Keep a record of all of your credit card numbers in a safe place at home.

Be extra careful if you do carry a wallet or purse. They are the prime targets of criminals in crowded shopping areas, transportation terminals, bus stops, on buses and other rapid transit.

Avoid overloading yourself with packages. It is important to have clear visibility and freedom of motion to avoid mishaps.

Beware of strangers approaching you for any reason. At this time of year, "con-artists" may try various methods of distracting you with the intention of taking your money or belongings.

Private Investigator Suffolk County Offers No Minimum Hours For Retainer

2008-11-01T08:12:00.008-04:00

WHY WASTE YOUR HARD EARNED MONEY?
Unlike some other agencies that demand a "minimum retainer" of twenty or even more hours of investigation, regardless of what you really need for your case, Long Island Investigations does not have that policy!
Long Island Investigations has a client friendly policy in regards to minimum retainer fees. We do not have a minimum retainer/hours fee for surveillance cases such as cheating spouses and insurance or workers compensation cases. Each case is reviewed, along with the client, to determine the actual hours needed to begin a case. Each case will be customized to be efficient and cost effective and remain within your budget, while maintaining the quality of the results. Therefor, you pay for only the hours you need.
In keeping up with many client requests in this area, we have listened and acted.

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New York State E. Courts

2008-10-12T08:32:00.004-04:00

Looking for current information in the New York State Court System?
E.Courts lets you search for current information on all types of court cases. Visit them and save yourself a few bucks in the process.

Suffolk County Private Investigator Nassau County Long Island - Now Hiring

2008-08-24T09:45:00.004-04:00

Long Island Investigations is now hiring full and part time investigators. To submit a resume, please visit our Contact Page and click on the email link. You can then email your resume which must be in MS Word format.

No Minimum Hours Required

2008-08-24T09:28:00.004-04:00

As of today, August 24, 2008, Long Island Investigations has initiated a new policy in regards to minimum retainer fees. We no longer have a minimum retainer/hours fee for surveillance cases such as cheating spouses and insurance or workers compensation cases. Each case will be reviewed along with the client to determine the actual hours needed to begin a case.

Web Infidelity

2008-07-28T09:40:00.005-04:00

Here is a pretty good article concerning infidelity in modern times: In other words, internet relationships.

Web Infidelity

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New Private Investigator services area

2008-07-20T19:53:00.006-04:00

Posted by Suffolk County Private Investigator, Nassau County Private Investigator

With the addition of new investigators, we now cover Northern New Jersey and upstate New York. Call 516-795-3368 for a free consultation.

We are a full service private investigator serving Long Island, Nassau County and Suffolk County, as well as New York City.

Why Private Investigators are Busy In September!

2008-06-27T09:04:00.003-04:00

Here's an article from Newsday that may shed light on our discussion.

High season for cheating
Summer offers more opportunities to stray, so wives (and husbands) should be extra vigilant
BY PAT BURSON

June 18, 2007

As spring turns to summer this week, infidelity expert Ruth Houston has a question for every wife: "Do you know where your husband is?"

Is he helping you plan that long-awaited vacation with the kids, looking forward to backyard barbecues at the neighbors' and arranging family getaways to the beach?

Or could he be plotting to pack you and the kids off for a couple of weeks at your parents' or a summer house in the Hamptons while he gears up to get a little love on the side?

Summer is peak cheating season for some husbands, says Houston, of Rego Park, author of "Is He Cheating on You? 829 Telltale Signs" (Lifestyle Publications). She has spent more than a decade researching and writing about cheating spouses since discovering that her former husband was unfaithful.

Sure, some husbands would never cheat, while others would use any opportunity to stray, regardless of when. Houston, however, is referring to those "seasonal" cheaters who think they may have a better shot at not getting caught during summer.

Some are counting on hooking up with other women at the annual out-of-town business convention, or before they catch up with their wives and kids in the Hamptons, or during a fishing or camping trip with the fellas.

"These aren't men who are habitual cheaters," she says. "They're just looking for a summer fling... . It's fun to them. It's a sport, something they can do to break up the routine.

"If in any way it looks like they're going to get caught," she adds, "they won't take the chance."

She and others who study the hows and whys of infidelity agree that a marriage in which both spouses embrace values such as honesty and trust, communicate well, have quality time together and sustain a sizzling sex life could be enough to keep either from straying. (Though statistically a higher percentage of husbands cheat, the experts say plenty of wives also fool around, so husbands should keep their eyes open, too.)

The 2006 General Social Survey conducted by the National Opinion Research Center at the University of Chicago found that twice as many husbands engage in "extramarital relations" as wives. In the scientific sampling of about 3,000 people, representing a cross section of the nation, 21.3 percent of males said they had sexual relations with someone else while they were married, while 12.5 percent of women said they had.

Even with a good marriage, the temptation to have a summer affair may be too strong for some husbands, Houston says, so wives can't be too vigilant. "Women should be proactive rather than reactive," she says. "Put the odds in your favor."

If you think your man may be considering having a summer fling, Houston says there are ways to confirm your suspicions -- and possibly prevent it.

For example, if your husband announces that his company picnic is coming up, don't blow it off -- go with him, she says. Your presence alone may be all it takes to keep your spouse from flirting with another woman -- or another woman from getting any ideas.

"The biggest and most important step is just showing up -- and not in a bad mood," says Houston, who includes such tips on her Web site, infidelityadvice.com. "Go. Stake your turf. Be at your loving best."

If your husband is home alone while you and the kids are away, check in with him from time to time -- by phone and in person.

"Come back unexpectedly, and let him know that you plan to come home periodically, but don't tell him when," she says.

If he's away, don't settle for having only his cell phone number, she says. "Cell phones are the greatest aid to infidelity ever invented other than the Internet. You want a land line. With a cell phone, he can be anywhere."

All this may sound a bit obsessive and paranoid, but Houston says it's more a word to the wise.

"It pays to be alert," she says. "You could be caught up in your own situations with the kids, with your girlfriends and with your career, and just overlook these things.

"The old thing that the wife is the last one to know? There's no reason for wives to be the last one to know if they are aware of things to look for."

"Mate-guarding"

And not only do wives have to beware of their husbands' roving eyes, but they also have to be on guard for women looking to have flings -- or something more -- with their husbands, say the authors of a new book.

In "You Can't Have Him -- He's Mine: A Woman's Guide to Affair-Proofing Her Relationship" (Adams Media), Marie Browne, a Westfield, N.J.-based marriage and family therapist and her daughter Marlene Browne, a divorce attorney in Plainfield, N.J., urge women to engage in "mate-guarding" and get between their mates and any would-be husband-poachers.

Marlene Browne practices what she preaches. After learning that her pilot-husband was scheduled on a flight with an attractive female first officer, she looked the woman up. "She looked like me 15 years ago," Browne says. "Why should I put my husband in that situation? Do I trust him? Sure. Do I want to put him in that situation? No!"

Instead, she told him her concerns, and he agreed to drop that flight, she says.

The Brownes also recommend that wives make it clear to potential interlopers that their husbands are spoken for. Give him a well-timed kiss in her presence, or ensure that his work space is full of photos of your family, or put handwritten notes in his briefcase or gym bag -- anything, Marlene Browne says, that would tell another woman to move on.

She also says wives should be clear with their husbands about the consequences of cheating: divorce, loss of assets, loss of his children.

Keep back doors shut

While some agree with the "detective" approach, others, including a self-proclaimed "bad boy" who admits to having cheated, say wives don't have to turn into bloodhounds to make their men behave faithfully. Instead, they say, wives should focus on keeping their marriages strong and healthy -- and husbands should hold up their end of the bargain, too.

Summer may offer unique opportunities for husbands thinking about cheating, but "if you're not happy, you can act out any time of the year," says Wayne M. Levine, director of the West Coast Men's Center in suburban Los Angeles and author of "Hold on to Your N.U.T.s [Non-negotiable, Unalterable Terms]: The Relationship Manual for Men" (BetterMen Press). If a man says fidelity is one of his nonnegotiable, unalterable terms, then he has to act that way, including closing all the "back doors" that could lead him to disrespect and disregard his relationship, Levine says.

"Back doors allow you to 'sneak out' and compromise on your commitments," he says. That includes sex with prostitutes, watching Internet porn, visiting online chat rooms, communicating with old girlfriends or flirting in the office. "They're distractions and energy drains. Any energy going out the back door is energy that's not going into your relationship.

"Don't expect the tide to turn until you make a real commitment and install a dead bolt on that back door."

Steve Santagati of Manhattan, author of "The Manual: A True Bad Boy Explains How Men Think, Date and Mate -- and What Women Can Do to Come Out on Top" (Crown), admits to cheating -- mostly during the spring and fall -- in several relationships.

Women who monitor their husbands' whereabouts to catch them cheating are using a Band-Aid approach, he says. "By the time you get to looking at their cell phones and e-mail and e-snooping, you have already lost the battle," he says.

"I cheated because I wanted to, and I cheated because I thought I could get away with it," he says. "The women that I didn't cheat on were the women that I loved and they were my best friends. If you feel you're loved and understood, you don't want to defile that relationship by cheating and being untrustworthy."

Instead of wives' employing stealthy tactics to catch husbands on the make, Santagati suggests they invest that time and energy getting to know and understand their men.

He urges wives to be their husband's playmate, lover and best friend and also to set boundaries regarding the behavior they will and will not accept from him in their relationship.

"Let him know that you're a great woman and you're going to have a lot of fun, you're going to be sexy, but you don't share," he says. "It's a special gift you're giving him. If he shares himself with another person, he's done.

"If you're so close to him and he thinks you're the sexiest thing on Earth, he won't even think about cheating."

Consider the goal

Wives have to decide which outcome is most important -- catching their spouse in the act or making their marriage better, says Don-David Lusterman, a psychologist practicing in Baldwin and author of "Infidelity: A Survival Guide" (MJF Books).

He suggests they start by looking inward. "If it gets to the point where you have to spy on your partner, you had best stop and go back and examine your own behavior in your marriage," Lusterman says. Have you silently tolerated bad behavior from him in the past, or have you been too busy to notice that he's feeling bored or adrift?

Then Lusterman suggests going to your husband for a heart-to-heart. "Start with a really good attempt to talk about your marriage itself," he says. "You don't talk about whether he's having an affair. You talk about whether you're having a marriage."

Keep the courtship going and make private time for each other, Lusterman says.

Couples therapy also may be an option, he says, "as long as two people have a wish to get the marriage to a better place. "

Copyright 2007 Newsday Inc.

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2008-06-23T06:38:00.004-04:00

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AOL and Password Retrieval

2008-06-20T20:37:00.004-04:00

Be sure to check your local laws regarding this subject. Privacy invasions are crimes!

Password retrieval on a computer is common and again, has privacy issues. If it is a common computer, go ahead. There are many ways including a key logger. There are software based key loggers like ghost key logger and hardware based loggers such as keykatcher. Either one works fine. Keykatcher is easier to use since you simply place it in-line with the keyboard and then access it's memory to retried data.
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Private Investigator Long Island Surveillance Seminar

2008-05-13T07:55:00.005-04:00

Update Week of May 12
To everyone involved in the surveillance seminar in Suffolk County for private investigators and all the others; Thank you all for your expertise and the entertaining stories! Next year we may hold it in Suffolk County again. Some suggested eastern Nassau County. Any feedback?
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Body Worn Video

2008-05-04T11:00:00.004-04:00

Covert video has always been a great surveillance tool. Recently, body worn cameras have become increasingly high tech. We now have body worn devices that record DVD quality and have battery and memory life of two hours, thanks to a great DVR unit. All with low lux and color.

Infidelity and GPS

2008-05-04T10:57:00.004-04:00

Infidelity investigations are very common and GPS enhances the surveillance, but does not replace it. An investigator is still needed to be the eyes and to document actions. Yes, the global positioning tells us where the vehicle is. But it does not tell us where the person is or what he/she is doing. GPS is cost effective because it has a flat daily rate. That eliminates the need for a second agent to be in the field. It is a pure money saver.
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Private Investigator Long Island - "Ancient" Vehicle Tracking Device Story

2008-04-27T15:33:00.008-04:00

Here's a long, but sort of funny story for the few law enforcement agents who, like myself, were early adapters of electronic surveillance.
Recently, a bunch of us former agents of law enforcement got together for a little reunion of retired NYPD cops and detectives. As these rituals go, it starts with dinner at a centrally located establishment and ends up a party of reminiscing. This one particular story, I decided to share:
In the days before GPS and even before "Lo-Jack," there was a device known commonly as s a "bird dog." It was, in fact, an early adaptation of a lo-jack. It was a small cast iron box that housed electronics along with three 9V batteries. This was sealed with a steal cover held on by two screws. A thin antenna attached to the back and could be swiveled to adapt to any position. It was attached to an incredibly strong magnet that would slap onto and hold itself to the frame of the vehicle. This device would transmit the location of the vehicle, but only within about a mile, in New York City.
The receiving end of this contraption was incredibly prehistoric! It consisted of a large metal briefcase that opened to reveal a "radar like" circular display that consisted of many tiny lights, arranged in a circular pattern. Separately, there were four large antennas, each attached to a magnetic base. Each antenna had a long coaxial type cable wired into it. The idea was to place the four antennas on the roof of the vehicle (yea, real covert)in a square pattern. The four cables would be fed through a window, and attached to the inside of the brief case unit.
With everything set to go, the idea was to turn the base unit on and watch the little circular light pattern. It was simple: if the light blinked at the 3 o'clock position, the vehicle was to your right. If it was at 11 o'clock, then the vehicle was ahead, but slightly to your left. Primitive as compared to today's devices, and quite simple, but believe it or not, it worked!
So after testing it on some of the team members vehicles, I had the tracker mastered! We even realized that we could put the antennas on the trunk of the covert vehicle, making it slightly less noticeable (but not much). So now it was time to put it into action.
The first vehicle we needed to track this way, was a very difficult subject. A high level Colombian narcotics importer who became a millionaire by operating a large New York "cell" of the Medellin cartel. He had moved up the so-called ranks by being smart, ruthless and being able to avoid arrest from several federal investigations. He was an expert at counter-surveillance and was nearly impossible to tail. Being the young determined detectives we were, we refused to accept defeat! So we tried this "new" technological dream..the bird dog.
Well, there I was, all set with new batteries installed, sliding under the vehicle and slapping the device in place. I positioned the antenna in just the right way and poof..it broke!!! The antenna snapped at the base. OK..no problem, let's go back to our tech guys and get a new antenna. No such luck. Seems each antenna is "cut" specifically to that particular unit. Therefore, we had to send the unit back to the manufacturer and have a new antenna cut, at a cost of several hundred dollars and 2 weeks waiting!
When it made its way back to us, we were ready to go. Again, I slid under and successfully attached it. We followed the subject all day. One problem was that the batteries lasted only a day. So before the night ended, I had to find the opportunity to retrieve the device, open it, replace the batteries and seal the cover with silicone. Then head back under the vehicle and place it there again. Yes, this was a twice daily routine for me. It was dangerous and nerve racking, to say the least. But it wouldn't last.
One bright spring day in 1991, we followed the subject to a repair shop. He pulled the vehicle in and a mechanic put it on the lift. At that point, I believe I began to perspire profusely. Sure enough, the mechanic noticed a strange object in the rear of the vehicle. I watched as he called the subject over and they both looked at the device. The mechanic then pulled the unit off, realized it was some sort of tracking device and simultaneously, they both looked out in all directions and immediately thereafter, closed the bay doors! That is what's commonly known as taking a major burn! Needless to say, the device was never retrieved.
I guess the point of the story is to make some of you aware of just how far technology has come. Today's GPS units are very small, no antenna, easily hidden and incredibly accurate, with batteries lasting weeks. For those in the field, I figured you may find it amusing.
Oh yes, in case you were wondering..we arrested him on federal conspiracy charges after a very successful eavesdropping case on his underlings.

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2008-04-15T15:35:00.008-04:00

When you need assets found or if you have a cheating spouse, or any other issue that needs a private investigator, give us a call. We are a Suffolk County private investigator and Nassau County private investigator.

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Private Investigator Suffolk County - Internet Database Searches

2008-03-24T17:46:00.008-04:00

I have decided to address this subject, today, after many inquiries. This is my own opinion, based on my knowledge of the common resources and information received from clients who spent money online and were disappointed with the information they received, or did not receive.
Some public internet databases are somewhat informative. Some are acceptable for things such as finding a past friend or school mate, a phone number etc., so long as the need for recent information is not needed(like they moved recently) Some others though are not as good. Regardless, the publicly available searches are not as comprehensive or complete as resources available to licensed private investigators with the better databases.
The databases we use as professionals, are available to licensed investigators or their corporations (such as insurance companies) as well as, of course, law enforcement agencies. They are quite accurate, up to date and a great resource for investigations such as finding people, background checks, criminal records, warrants, properties, New York State criminal records (New York State Court Administration, the only real source)and boat load of other information.
A background search done by Long Island Investigations, will give you much more information, such as NYS department of motor vehicles information, associates, deeds, tax liens, bankruptcies, business associates pending civil cases and so much more information that is not available through the other information resources.
So before you plop down money for on online data service, think about using a professional licensed agency.
Call us for your background or criminal check.
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Private Investigator Suffolk County, Nassau County and now Westchester County

2008-03-09T15:38:00.005-04:00

Long Island Investigations, Inc., has expanded it's service area to include not only New York City, Nassau and Suffolk Counties, but also lower Westchester County.

Listening Devices and Recorders Revisited

2008-02-09T19:41:00.001-05:00

There have recently been many inquiries about covert recording. The bottom line is this:
You can not record another person's conversation in NY, unless YOU are part of that conversation. In some states, there are no conditions that you can record another..period!
In NY, if you are caught doing this, it is a class E felony.
So....this means..no phone taps, no secreting a recorder in your spouses car, no voice activated recorders left in the home, etc.
Even if video is used (nanny cam), you can not have audio recording activated. Some people don't see the reason for this law, but privacy concerns are the reason and that's just how it is!
In conclusion, please do not knowingly ask us to break the law! We won't do it, no matter how many ways you ask.
Remember, there are other ways to gather evidence and find the truth. Just ask us.

Assets Searches, Local or Nationwide. You have a choice!

2007-12-30T08:41:00.003-05:00

Long Island Investigations now offers two types of asset searches. These searches target all finances such as savings, checking, trust funds, annuity, defined benefit, stocks, 401/457 plans and much more.
The first is a local (by state) search. The second is a nationwide search which also includes Canada. The local search allows you a less costly option to finding hidden assets, should you feel a nationwide search is not needed. Either way, our fees for these services are very affordable, as compared to other resources, and are the most comprehensive available.

Large or Small Case = Personal Service

2007-11-27T18:41:00.002-05:00

At Long Island Investigations, we conduct investigations for all walks of life. Our clients consist of large corporations, insurance companies, law firms and of course, the every-day person just like you who is in need of our help.
We take extra care to keep our clients informed throughout each step of the investigation. No case is too small or too large. All investigations are conducted by our professional investigators with experience that is unmatched in the industry.

Give us a call for a free consultation. If we can't help you, we will direct you to someone who can.

Hired By International Fast Food Chain

2007-10-19T07:41:00.003-04:00

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Long Island Investigations has been hired by a large and well known international fast food chain, to conduct fraud investigations in the Nassau County, Suffolk County and Queens County, New York area. This multi-billion dollar company, like others, can be targets of frivolous litigation as well as completely fabricated injury claims. As with many other type of insurance fraud and scams, people sometimes take advantage of these companies and view them as easy money, and feel they are hurting no one. In reality, they are committing a crime that is not "victim-less."
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US Trademark Granted. Experience is our strength

2007-10-08T18:22:00.003-04:00

The United States Patent and Trademark Office has granted a trademark to Long Island Investigations, Inc. for our slogan "Experience is our strength."
The slogan speaks for itself. With a combined investigative background spanning over 100 years, you can be confident that your case no matter how small or large, will be handled with the experience and expertise you expect.
Experience is our strength.
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Insurance Fraud Specialists Updated, Unmatched experience!

2007-09-30T17:30:00.003-04:00

Unlike some other so called "specialists," we at LII work DIRECTLY for large insurance companies nationwide.
Our diverse fraud team of accident reconstruction expert, evidence gathering specialists and surveillance teams, all formerly of the NYPD, gives us experience second to none!
Several of our cases have resulted in prosecution of persons involved in major fraud schemes, thanks to the evidence we obtain covertly and processed correctly and by industry standards.
Several of our cases have resulted in dismissal of frivolous law suits and over-exaggerated claims.
Trust your case to the agency trusted by some of the largest companies in the insurance industry.
Unmatched experience!
Experience is our strength!

We don't just "claim" to be insurance fraud investigators, we at Long Island Investigations, truly are. We perform several surveillance cases EVERY DAY for two very large and well known insurance companies, known on the national level. So if you are being sued for accidental injury type case(slip and fall, auto accident etc.) and feel the claimant's injuries are exaggerated or not true at all, we can help prove or disprove the claim by doing what we do every day. Our experienced and expertise in this type of investigation allows us to know exactly what the courts and your attorney need. We know the proper documentation needed in the proper formats and our investigators perform these types of investigations every day.
Insurance Fraud Matrimonial/Cheating Spouse and Workers Comp specialists.

Insurance Fraud Investigator

2007-08-17T10:55:00.001-04:00

We do not simply "claim" to be insurance fraud investigators, we at Long Island Investigations, truly are. We perform several surveillance cases EVERY DAY for two very large and well known insurance companies, known on the national level. So if you are being sued for accidental injury type case(slip and fall, auto accident etc.) and feel the claimant's injuries are exaggerated or not true at all, we can help prove or disprove the claim by doing what we do every day. Thanks to our experience and expertise,in this type of investigation, we know exactly what the courts and your attorney need, we know the proper documentation needed in the proper formats and our investigators perform these types of investigations every day.
At Long Island Investigations, Experience is our Strength!

August Thoughts, Summer Cases

2007-08-10T07:20:00.002-04:00

Sorry for the long absence. Hey, you know..it's Summer! And based on that, we vacation just like the rest of the world. Plus, we have been keeping so busy here that the day just never seems to be long enough.
For the third consecutive summer, I am amazed at the change in the types of cases that are contracted in June, July and August. Matrimonial seems to slow a bit (why? read the post dated July 1), but there is such an increase in insurance investigation cases!!! WHY??? Do the civil courts schedule everything for the summer? NO, in fact they don't. So can someone explain this overload? Don't the lawyers go on vacation too?

Cell Phone Records No More

2007-05-07T11:13:00.001-04:00

This subject has been beaten to death. But let me once again tell you all.
Cell phone records are private! Cell phone records can no longer(and haven't been for a while)accessible. A recent bill was signed prohibiting anyone from obtaining the records. Of course, law enforcement can still get them by subpoena, as should be. But as for PI's...forget it.
Also, recent legislation has introduced a new "privacy and cell phone" issue: CNA's. CNA's, or Caller Name and Address (better known professionally as subscriber information)may soon be off limits as well.
To some, this is viewed as a real problem. It may have been a great tool, but there are plenty of ways to conduct an investigation without cell phone records. I imagine we are all realizing that now. If you think about it, it is actually a plus for this industry in many ways. After all, additional investigation means additional investigative hours.
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Bugging, Eavesdropping in the Corporate World

2007-04-15T08:48:00.001-04:00

Bugging, Eavesdropping in the Corporate World

From the New York Times:

Paranoia strikes deep. Into your life it will creep. It starts when you're always afraid. -- Stephen Stills

Life used to be nice at Wal-Mart. Competitors could not match its prices. Suppliers begged for the privilege of selling to it. Local governments used tax-exempt financing to lure stores. A soaring share price made low-level employees rich, and the Walton family became one of the wealthiest in the world.

In the 1990s, under David Glass, the successor to the founder Sam Walton, Wal-Mart stock rose more than 1,100 percent, a compound growth rate of almost 30 percent a year. When Mr. Glass stepped down in January 2000, he was hailed as one of the greatest corporate bosses ever.

Since then, plenty has gone right under his successor, H. Lee Scott Jr. Last year, Wal-Mart earned more than $11 billion, twice what it made in Mr. Glass's last year at the helm. It is the largest retailer in the world.

But its stock has lagged.

And now we are learning that paranoia has set in at Wal-Mart. The otherwise cost-conscious company spent millions to spy on employees and critics.

First we learned that a Wal-Mart employee taped phone calls between Michael Barbaro, a New York Times reporter, and Wal-Mart officials. This came after The Times reported on a Wal-Mart memo that suggested such clever tactics as forcing all shop clerks to spend some time hauling shopping carts in from the parking lot -- the better to weed out unhealthy workers who might submit health insurance claims.

Wal-Mart fired the employee it said was responsible for taping the calls, a man named Bruce Gabbard, and said his actions were unauthorized. Then Mr. Gabbard started talking to The Wall Street Journal, saying the department he worked for had spied on critics. Wal-Mart quickly issued apologies to the critics and got a judge to order Mr. Gabbard to stop talking.

Mr. Gabbard said he told a Wal-Mart lawyer that ''I'm the guy listening to the board of directors when Lee Scott is excused from the room.''

Does that mean that Mr. Scott authorized spying on his own board when it was discussing his performance? If so, it would be a shocking breach of corporate etiquette and governance.

For a few days after that quote appeared, Wal-Mart declined to comment. But eventually a company spokeswoman, Mona Williams, did issue a denial: ''We never would have authorized'' bugging board meetings, she said, and Mr. Scott never listened to any such tapes.

''As far as we know,'' she said, Mr. Gabbard ''never shared the information with anyone else.''

On the day Mr. Scott was named president and chief executive, the company's share price was over $65. Now it is under $48. Mr. Scott has reported profits of $13.9 million from cashing in options, but those were issued before he became the boss.

Of the 3.6 million options granted to Mr. Scott since he received the top job, just 415,627 options would be worth anything if exercised now, and they are not in the money by very much. The rest are under water.

During his tenure, the Morgan Stanley retail index, which covers most large American store chains, is up about 180 percent. Wal-Mart is down more than 25 percent.

Even more painful, Wal-Mart is getting blasted from all sides. Unions, angry at the company's successful efforts to keep them out, have been forced to make concessions to keep Wal-Mart competitors in business. They complain about Wal-Mart workers on Medicaid, the government health program for low-income people, and encourage cities to keep Wal-Mart out. A class-action suit by women claiming employment discrimination is pending.

Trying to mend fences on the left, Wal-Mart has angered some on the right. One group that got a Wal-Mart apology this month is upset over Mr. Scott's comments favorable to government-financed health care and the company's efforts to force suppliers to reduce carbon emissions. It says Wal-Mart has quotas to assure the hiring of women and minorities and gives money to gay rights groups.

Wal-Mart is successful, but Mr. Scott's inability to convert that success to a rising share price may have colored his judgment. It appears that the company grew paranoid about its critics, and created a security operation that went too far. At best, management controls were sorely inadequate.

It is time for the Wal-Mart board to bring in an outside investigator, one without previous ties to the company. That investigator should learn, and tell the public, what went on in the spying operation, and just who knew the details.

A generation ago, when President Richard M. Nixon lost his job because of a spying operation that went too far, it was Senator Howard H. Baker Jr. who repeatedly asked a question that must be asked at Wal-Mart: ''What did the president know, and when did he know it?''

Identity Theft, What to Do

2007-03-19T07:24:00.005-04:00

Posted By Suffolk County Private Investigator

Identity Theft Center.orgIdentity Theft, Free Information:
If you are the victim of Identity Theft, there are a few things you need to know.
First, notify the proper authorities. This is a serious crime that requires the resources only available to law enforcement. You should be contacting the special frauds units, in particular, as precinct level personnel may not have the expertise. Police and prosecutors offices in general, both have special fraud units.
When a family member of mine became a victim of identity theft, I did not hesitate to notify the Special Frauds Unit locally. I certainly did not open an investigation on my own. You have already had your privacy breached, your credit ruined and a boat-load of other issues. It certainly shouldn't and doesn't help you to pay further.
Services for identity theft are free from the right resources!
Identity theft, as we well know,has become a tremendous problem in the US today. In fact, about 10 million people per year fall victim to it.
Fortunately for you, the general public, this is a major law enforcement issue that is being investigated fully by special fraud units.
If you become the victim of identity theft or some other type of scam, notify law enforcement. Identity theft is a CRIME and the proper authorities can direct and assist you.
Visit this web site for free and very useful information to guide you through it and to answer most questions you may have: Identity Theft Center.org
Also, several major credit card companies and banks have fantastic programs to assist you and protect you.
A few phone calls to the proper agencies can save you from this nightmare.
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Private Investigator Long Island Update for Week of March 18

2007-03-18T14:54:00.002-04:00

Week of March 18:

Long Island Investigations now offers computer tracking services. Primarily, this service is for parents who need to monitor childrens activities on line and also for matrimonial infidelity cases.

Nanny Cam and Audio

2007-03-01T17:54:00.002-05:00

Some questions have been recently flowing regarding nanny cams, due to the latest Newsday article about an abusive nanny caught by the parents using a hidden camera.
In New York State, the use of a hidden camera is perfectly legal, in your home to monitor the nanny's activities. What is NOT legal is to have the camera recording audio. Video ONLY is legal. In fact, it is a Class E Felony to record a conversation that YOU are not partaking in.

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2007-02-13T15:43:00.001-05:00

Posted by private investigator Suffolk County and Nassau County Long Island based private investigator licensed by the NYS Dept. of State, Division of Licensing Services. We are also fully insured as required by the insurance industry in order to conduct fraud investigations for them.
We specialize in matrimonial type cases such as infidelity and child care/custody issues, as well as life style documentation.
We also specialize in insurance cases, particularly fraud cases, and perform investigations for both large insurance companies and the general public.
Over exaggerated injury claims are very common and we investigate and document incidents of this nature, prepare the evidence, maintain the chain of custody and introduce the evidence for court proceedings.
We also employ staff from the NYPD Crime Scene Unit who specialize in accident reconstruction
Further, we conduct worker's compensation cases investigating fraud.

Hired By Major Insurance Companies!

2007-02-01T09:06:00.004-05:00

Why not have the agency that the insurance industry uses to investigate fraud, do your investigation? As always, our personal service treats your case, no matter how large or small, as if it were own family.

Great News!
Two major, national and well known insurance companies have contracted Long Island Investigations to conduct fraud investigations throughout the New York area. At Long Island Investigations we are proud and excited to take part in investigations of such magnitude that affect us all.
Insurance fraud is has become big business for certain organized groups as well as individuals. These two nationally known companies have tapped Long Island Investigations for assistance in investigating these growing matters based on our experience and reputation. We are proud of our team!

Long Island Investigations, Inc., Long Island Private Investigator

2007-01-21T19:07:00.003-05:00

Hello again from Long Island Investigations.
An update to the COF is listed in the the usual spot for those who have access.
An additional update regarding matrimonial infidelity cases is there.
Enjoy. Email comments to Paul or Tommy.

Phone Records Revisited

2007-01-11T17:00:00.004-05:00

Here's an article I found at PI Buzz.Written by Jimmie Mesis, PI Magazine
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Pretexting for Telephone Records One Step Closer to Becoming a Federal Crime
By Jimmie Mesis

It may soon become a federal crime to obtain a person’s telephone records. The Senate made that possible Friday night when they approved legislation similar to a bill passed by the House.

The Senate bill increases the proposed fine to $500,000 and includes imprisonment up to 10 years in cases involving domestic abuse. The penalties can even be greater if classified as a special circumstance. The bill also details penalties and prison time for anyone who buys or sells the deceptively acquired phone records. The caveat is that those involved must know the records were obtained deceptively.

This legislation specifically addresses the act of ‘pretexting’ to obtain a person’s telephone records without permission.

“My main concern is that it is still not clear how the term ‘telephone records’ will be defined. Will this term mean toll records, name and address, or any other information maintained by the phone company?” Jimmie Mesis, PI Magazine Editor-in-Chief

This definition will certainly become much clearer before it heads to the Oval Office for the President’s signature.

As expected, there is an exemption for law enforcement. However, there is also an exemption for private detectives, but only if they are hired to acquire the confidential records by law enforcement.

Great Idea! Any More?

2007-01-11T07:42:00.002-05:00

Suffolk County Private Investigator Nassau County
Excellent idea guys, I have to admit!
Bait taken hook line and sinker on Jan 7. Take a look, it's a hilarious post.
And no, we are not getting a surveillance F-117.lol.
Just a little inside fun from LI Investigations.

Suffolk County Private Investigator Nassau County Experience is Our Strength!

2007-01-10T11:25:00.002-05:00

That's right! The message on our site and in our advertisements says just that.
With new additions to Long Island Investigations, we now have a combined 125+ years of NYPD law enforcement experience to service your needs. No, not mere "training," but real world experience from the best investigators there are...former members of the NYPD!
From OCCB to Crime Scene to TARU, we have experience in tactical covert surveillance, photo, video, evidence collection and preservation, court testimony, report writing and all aspects of investigations from people who spent half their lives honing their skills and physically performing thousands of hours of successful surveillance and have taken their skills to civilian life to continue to serve the public.
And who better than former members of the NYPD, the best in the world, to do your investigation?

Offering New Services

2007-01-07T10:06:00.002-05:00

Thanks to additional personnel formerly from the ranks of the NYPD's Bias Unit and Crime Scene Unit, Long Island Investigations has expanded our services vastly. Please see our services page for a list of new services we perform including in house computer forensics, private security and private protection services.

Court Testimony Seminar

2007-01-04T17:17:00.002-05:00

Suffolk County Private Investigator Nassau County Long Island Investigations is putting together a seminar for anyone interested in learning the finer points of court testimony, report writing and it's importance regarding evidence and testimony.
Paul Massimillo will be on hand to lend his expertise to those who lack court experience, but would like to learn. Paul has testified in Federal and local courts, both Civil and Criminal, in several states and in nearly every imaginable type of case, including Grand Juries, trials, Huntley, Map, search warrant applications, suppression, eavesdropping applications, civil cases, parole hearings, Family Court and much more. He has been cross examined by some of the nations best attorneys and his techniques are proven to work, based on results and juror interviews.
There are two additional speakers scheduled to be on hand with similar credentials.
If you would like to improve your testimony or just want to join us to meet others in the field, please respond by email, as we are trying to obtain an approximation of attendees.
This seminar will taking place in mid March, tentatively at a location in western Suffolk, Long Island. All are welcome.

Private Investigator Surveillance December Update

2006-12-31T09:28:00.001-05:00

December's update will be posted next week. GPS, Track, covert video and HD camcorders will be covered in January and February on the site.
I want to wish the teams a safe and happy New Year from Long Island Investigations, Inc., a private investigator Long Island based.
See you in 2007!!!

Holiday Shopping Safety

2006-12-19T00:31:00.002-05:00

Shopping during the holiday season can be stressful and hectic. Everyone is out there trying to get it all done easily and quickly. Well, guess what? Criminals "Holiday Shop" too! Only they are shopping for a different type of bargain. Take a few preventive measures to help keep your holiday season a joyous one.

Shop during daylight hours if at all possible. If you must shop at night, don't go alone.
Try to use credit cards, instead of carrying cash.

Avoid the ATM while shopping. Someone may be watching!
Park in well lit and well traveled areas.

Carry a small flashlight on your key chain. use it when you get close to your car. See if someone lurks inside. Check the floor of the rear seats.

Get a sounding device. Criminals don't like attention being drawn to them. A loud hand held device such as an alarm or horn, when used, will draw attention to you and may cause the criminal to flee.

Don't place items in the car, and then return for more shopping. Some criminals specifically look for this action. They look for people placing items into the car and then returning to the mall for more shopping. Those gifts may not be there when you return.

Be aware of your surroundings. Especially when walking to your vehicle.

Be sure to have your cell phone handy.

Use common sense if you are approached by someone. In other words, beware of "scams." There are plenty of people looking to take your hard earned money through scams or confidence games.

Lastly, beware of other drivers. Tempers may be high with all the stress of traffic and crowds. Avoid conflict with other drivers on the road or or in parking lots. Is that spot really worth it?

Wireless Broadband in the Field

2006-12-18T14:40:00.004-05:00

Our agency has recently upgraded our wireless broadband. Now using Verizon with a broadband PC card that slips into the slot of just about any laptop. Great for field work inquiries, GPS Tracking in the field etc. Any comments good or bad on Verizon broadband vs. Sprint or the others?

Do You Have Private Investigator Insurance?

2006-12-18T12:55:00.003-05:00

Posted by private investigator Nassau County Suffolk County
This post has been moderated due to some rambling nonsense spam post by a user known to this group, who does not seem to understand the idea of a blog, freedom of speech, or even the tactical reasons for the use of UPS Suites by former law enforcement who may have past arrestees looking for revenge or to do them harm.... Go figure! Well at least we all had a good laugh, RB!
Some people have issues that we can't explain and some posts may strike a nerve with the occasional reader. So lighten up please! This is a blog!
Future Spammers will be banned from posting!
Thank you to TG for moderating and for pointing out the time on the blog is Pacific. It has since been changed to Eastern Time.
For those who asked, here's the link:

Email Paul or Tom for user insp identity.
Happy Holidays RB, and thanks for the entertaining comments!

Infidelity Revisited

2006-12-06T09:19:00.004-05:00

Are your suspicions really warranted?
Is he/she cheating? Maybe...then again..maybe not. We can find out by conducting surveillance, documenting actions with video, photo, Global Positioning satellite technology and computer forensics.
Common Signs, aside from the obvious perfume smell or lipstick. Those are easy,obvious and avoided by the careful ones.
But what about the careful cheater? What about the experienced ones who have already been caught and know how to avoid the mistakes they previously made?
Here are some signs:

1. Sex drive has increased or decreased recently (yes, it can be either)
2. Picks a fight in order to storm out of the house. (Guess where he/she's going?)
3. Suspicious cell phone calls from restricted numbers
4. Finds excuses to leave the house that he never used to use. (He wants privacy on the cell phone)
5. If you have sex, something has changed. A new act or position. (Something new learned? If so, from who?)
6. Suddenly works overtime (used to hate it and tried to avoid it) Now he/she loves it and works late often.
7. Suddenly has an interest in his/her appearance. Maybe goes to the gym, wears nicer clothes, cleaned his car inside and out and never has before. Is your significant other trying to impress someone?
8. Short tempered and never was before
9. Runs out of vacation or sick time at work(It was used for secret meetings with the "other")

These are just a few signs. If you suspect lies and cheating, hire a professional to get the truth. Visit Long Island Investigations, Inc. at www.longislandinvestigations.com

Investigator Data Bases

2006-11-22T09:39:00.002-05:00

We have touched on this one before, but some of the DB's have changed recently. Any input on the new price structures or change of information?
Email or post here.

Private Investigator Advice, Computer Forensics

2006-11-06T16:33:00.003-05:00

Computer Forensics
A hot topic these days.
Chat rooms, news groups, AIM, MSN, Yahoo Chat etc. Literally hundreds of chats, online groups, boards and sites that can be used to meet and cheat. Just do a search for "married but looking" in Google and you will see.
How do you check your computer to see if a spouse is using these services? Simple: Computer Forensics. The process of taking your hard drive and cloning it. Then, installing the new cloned drive into your computer, and taking the original for investigations. Then, with sophisticated software, removing all the data from the drive. You can get all the chats, pictures, emails etc., including a ton of deleted items, so long as the drive was not "washed." Most people think that once the chat is over or an email is deleted, the evidence is gone...well it's not.

DNA

2006-09-21T14:42:00.003-04:00

Use of DNA has become quite common in adoption and identification cases. After gathering the evidence, maintaining it's integrity is crucial. Properly indexing, packaging and maintaining the custody of evidence is necessary for this to be used in court or otherwise. Above all DNA must be safeguarded by proper processing in the correct containers, depending upon the type of DNA sample it is. And chain of custody procedures, well documented, must be used.

Wire Taps

2006-09-07T16:46:00.003-04:00

There have been many inquiries regarding "phone taps." It is illegal to tap a phone unless by law enforcement and court approved! It is ONLY legal to tap a phone when an eavesdropping warrant is issued by the court, for that particular device. Private Investigators do not tap phones.

Phone Records Revisited

2006-09-07T16:44:00.002-04:00

Cell phone records are off limits..period! We will not obtain cell phone records, no matter what!! Read what has been going on in the industry regarding cell phones and privacy. We will not obtain any hard line phone records either.

Private Investigator Suffolk County - High Resolution Photos vs. Video

2006-08-11T16:20:00.003-04:00

Most people prefer both. That's right, most people want documentation in both forms. Especially when conducting marital infidelity and workers compensation cases. Most time, video tells a better story. But for identification purposes, high resolution digital photography can't be beat. We use Nikon bodies with 600mm lenses at f2.8. The low f-stop allows for bright pictures well into dusk.

Private Investigator Data Recommendations

2006-07-28T11:08:00.000-04:00

Some input on accuracy of databases is needed here. Of course, we investigators have our own. But some people are asking about public internet search databases and their accuracy. Any comments welcome.

Military Discharges

2006-05-28T09:12:00.001-04:00

Many questions about military discharge records, particularly dishonorable discharge.
Fact is, the military requires a written release from the person in question. If you are investigating that person, good luck getting the release!!

GPS your Kids

2006-05-10T07:16:00.001-04:00

New products out will allow you, not just the private investigator or law enforcement, to GPS someone...mainly, your kids. Small devices can be put in a backpack, lunchbag etc. You can track your child and locate that child in case of some unforeseen issue, such as kidnapping.

Cell Phone Records

2006-05-04T09:24:00.000-04:00

Cell phone records are off limits..period! We will not obtain cell phone records, no matter what!! Read what has been going on in the industry regarding cell phones and privacy.

New Private Investigator GPS

2006-04-26T20:00:00.002-04:00

Hey..new GPS unit available. Real time, small, long battery life.
GPSIT offers it. But pings are costly.

AOL and Email Passwords and Key Loggers

2006-04-20T10:50:00.003-04:00

About Us, Long Island Investigations, Inc.

2006-04-16T07:56:00.003-04:00

We are a licensed and bonded Long Island Private Investigator, Nassau County and Suffolk County private investigator

Long Island Investigations, Inc. 516-795-3368

Experience is our strength!

Hire the company who is trusted by major insurance companies!
Suffolk County private investigator
Specializing in matrimonial and insurance cases.
Hire the company who can locate NATIONWIDE ASSETS at a
reasonable rate.

Long Island Private Investigator
Serving NYC, Nassau County and Suffolk County

Experience is our Strength

Free Consultation: 516-795-3368
Experience is our strength is a trademark of Long Island
Investigations, Inc.

We are a full service Long Island private investigator and
New York State licensed private investigations and detective
agency, based in the county of Nassau.

* Workers Compensation Lawsuits
* Insurance Fraud
* Infidelity
* Child Custody
* Personal Injury
* Corporate Concerns
* Lifestyle
* Lawsuits
* Motor Vehicle Accidents
* Teen Tracking

Matrimonial

* Domestic Infidelity
* Divorce Proceedings
* Pre-Marital Verification
* Child Custody/Visitation
* Stalking/Harassment

Pre-Marital Investigations

* Check his/her past
* Verify employment
* Assets
* Properties
* Claims they make to you
* Cheating
* Criminal Checks

NYS Dept. of State Div. Of Licensing Services.
License#11000120702
Suffolk County Private Investigator

High Definition Video

2006-04-15T17:26:00.001-04:00

High Definition Video surveillance for Private Investigations and Investigator services on Long Island.
We now use 1080i recorders at 16:9 aspect ratio when customer requests. The quality is incredible and looks great on HD TV's. You must have a high definition TV and dvd player to view this type of video, so it's still in it's infancy stage. But you simply will not believe the quality of this video!
We will also take wide screen photos if the client requests. These photos need to be viewed on either a wide screen tv or a wide screen computer monitor.
And hey, the family vacation movies and photos look spectacular too!

Long Island Investigator

2006-04-15T17:13:00.002-04:00

Hello and welcome to my blog.
This is a private investigator information blog. What's happening at http://www.longislandinvestigations.com