Family Law Investigation

Divorce Investigation

If you suspect a cheating spouse, a divorce detective can investigate the situation for you. A private eye can use a variety of techniques to substantiate claims of infidelity. Some of the evidence collected can include photos, video, hotel bills, witness interrogations, recorded conversations, and computer files. In at-fault divorce states, a spouse who sues for divorce due to marital misconduct typically is awarded a greater portion of the marital property.

In no-fault divorce states, community property is to be divided evenly between husband and wife. In some cases, however, one spouse may attempt to hide assets to avoid splitting them. A divorce detective can investigate finances and discover hidden assets such as private bank accounts, unreported income, travelers' checks, false payments, retirement accounts, and more. A divorce investigation may also be necessary to prove that your spouse squandered marital property and should not be awarded half of what remains.

Child Custody Investigation

Not to be confused with a court-ordered child custody evaluation, in some cases one parent may hire an investigator to gather evidence to demonstrate that the parent with custody is unfit. Conditions that might render a parent unfit include physical or mental abuse, drug addiction, alcoholism, and exposing children to danger or an unhealthy environment. Once a child custody private eye has accumulated sufficient evidence, a parent can petition to care for the children.

An experienced divorce detective can catch cheating spouses. Contact a family lawyer in your area for advice on how to proceed with a divorce investigation.