Why a Background Check Isn't an Investigation | Ep 09
From The Angry PI · 24:43
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Running a database search doesn't make someone a private investigator. And when attorneys or real estate investors mistake a background report for investigative due diligence, the consequences can reach the courtroom.In Episode 09 of The Angry PI, veteran private investigator Alex Chilton examines the difference between collecting information and conducting a legitimate investigation.Alex shares firsthand experiences involving heir searches, quiet title proceedings, and a prospective client who balked at the $5,000 cost of the extensive genealogical investigation he requested. He explains why identifying rightful heirs requires more than running names through investigative databases and why properly documented due diligence matters in legal proceedings.The conversation then turns to the Lindsay Clancy case, where Alex questions whether sufficient juror background investigations were conducted before trial. Drawing on his experience working with criminal defense attorneys, he discusses the importance of jury research, litigation intelligence, and identifying potential problems before they become courtroom controversies.From property disputes to criminal defense, Alex delivers a warning to investigators and attorneys who confuse database access with professional investigative work.Because a database report is a starting point, not a completed investigation.Learn more about CGA Solutions: https://cga-solutions.com/Contact Alex Chilton: [email protected] opinions expressed on The Angry PI are those of Alex Chilton and do not necessarily reflect the views of CGA Solutions.
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