When Should You Hire a Private Investigator?
Understand the situations where hiring a licensed PI makes sense — from legal disputes to insurance claims and personal matters.
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Private Investigation Resources
Everything you need to know about hiring a private investigator, the investigation process, evidence handling, and your rights under Michigan law.
Hiring a Private Investigator
Learn when and why to hire a licensed PI, what to expect, and how to make the most of professional investigation services.
5 Signs You Need a Private Investigator
Recognize the warning signs that indicate professional investigation services could help resolve your situation.
Read MorePrivate Investigator vs. DIY Investigation
Why professional investigators deliver court-admissible results that DIY approaches simply can't match.
Read MoreShould You Hire a PI Before an Attorney?
How early investigation work can strengthen your legal position and save time when you do retain counsel.
Read MoreWhat to Expect at Your First PI Consultation
A step-by-step overview of the initial consultation process, what to bring, and what questions to ask.
Read MoreLegal & Process Information
Understand the legal framework around private investigations and what the process looks like from start to finish.
Is Hiring a Private Investigator Legal?
Yes — and here's what Michigan law says about your right to hire a licensed investigator and what they're permitted to do.
Read MoreHow Long Do Private Investigations Take?
Realistic timelines for different types of investigations, from background checks to complex surveillance operations.
Read MoreWhat Happens After You Hire a PI?
The investigation process explained — from case intake and planning through fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up.
Read MoreWhat Information Should You Provide Your PI?
How to prepare for your case and what details help your investigator work more efficiently and effectively.
Read MoreEvidence & Court Use
How investigation evidence is gathered, preserved, and used in legal proceedings and insurance disputes.
How PI Evidence Is Used in Court
From surveillance video to witness statements — how professional investigation evidence supports legal proceedings.
Read MoreEvidence Admissibility in Private Investigations
What makes investigation evidence admissible in Michigan courts and how licensed PIs ensure compliance.
Read MoreUnderstanding Surveillance Reports
What's included in a professional surveillance report and how attorneys and insurers use these documents.
Read MoreChain of Custody in Private Investigations
Why proper evidence handling matters and how investigators maintain chain of custody from collection to courtroom.
Read MoreWorking With Attorneys and Investigators Together
How the attorney-investigator relationship works and best practices for coordinating legal strategy with fieldwork.
Read MorePrivacy, Discretion & Confidentiality
How professional investigators protect your privacy and conduct discreet operations without compromising your case.
PI Confidentiality: What You Need to Know
How licensed investigators protect client information and the ethical standards that govern confidentiality.
Read MoreHow Covert Investigations Work
An inside look at how PIs conduct covert surveillance and field operations without alerting the subject.
Read MoreDiscreet and Remote Investigation Options
How modern technology enables investigators to gather evidence remotely and maintain discretion throughout the process.
Read MoreProtecting Client Privacy During Investigations
The measures professional investigators take to ensure your identity and involvement remain confidential.
Read MoreInvestigative Methods & Limitations
What licensed investigators can and cannot do — including surveillance laws, tracking regulations, and public records.
What Private Investigators Can and Cannot Do
A clear breakdown of the legal boundaries for licensed PIs in Michigan — what's permitted and what's off-limits.
Read MoreLawful Surveillance in Michigan
Michigan surveillance laws explained — where PIs can legally observe, record, and document subject activity.
Read MoreGPS Tracking Laws in Michigan
When GPS tracking is legal, when it requires authorization, and how investigators navigate Michigan tracking regulations.
Read MoreThe Role of Public Records in Investigations
How investigators use court records, property records, and other public data to build comprehensive case profiles.
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