Domestic violence affects millions of individuals every year, regardless of age, gender, income level, or background. While physical abuse often receives the most attention, domestic violence can also…

Hollywood has created a version of investigative work filled with dramatic confrontations, high-speed chases, and instant breakthroughs. While entertaining, real investigations are far different. True investigative work is…

Most people think of private investigations as surveillance, background checks, or courtroom testimony. But some of the most effective investigations happen from the inside. At CIS of America,…

The Power of Open-Source Intelligence in Modern Investigations In today’s digital world, some of the most valuable investigative insights come from information that is publicly available. Known as…

People tend to imagine private investigators living in a constant loop of adrenaline, tailing suspects, uncovering secrets, and delivering dramatic reveals. That image is not completely false, but…

Private investigation is often portrayed as a mysterious, fast-paced career filled with surveillance and secrets. In reality, becoming a private investigator (PI) is a structured process that requires…

It started with a call that didn’t sound unusual—at least not at first. A husband from out of state had concerns about his wife. She traveled frequently for…

It started like many cases do—with a question. A man had claimed significant physical limitations following a prior incident. The details suggested restricted mobility, reduced strength, and an…

1. Background Investigations on Owners & Key Personnel Before acquiring a business, it’s critical to understand who you’re really dealing with. Investigators can: Conduct deep background checks on…

When people think about deception, they often imagine dramatic moments from movies—shifty eyes or obvious nervousness. In reality, identifying deception is far more subtle. Private investigators rely on…