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The rules you need to know about workplace investigation interviews
The rules you need to know about workplace investigation interviews There are many reasons why you may need to conduct workplace investigation interviews. There may have been an incident that needs further examination, or there could be allegations made against an employee including fraud, harassment or bullying. Whatever the need for the investigation, there are…
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Understanding workplace sexual harassment: Your rights and obligations
Understanding workplace sexual harassment: Your rights and obligations Sexual harassment is not welcome in any workplace and it is clearly defined as any unwelcome sexual behaviours that can be reasonably expected to make any person (regardless of gender) feel offended, humiliated or intimidated. Sexual harassment can take multiple forms including physical, verbal, digital and written.…
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When to hire someone for an office or commercial bug sweep and who to hire?
When to hire someone for an office or commercial bug sweep and who to hire? Data security is ultra-important in the modern age, and all businesses do everything they can to avoid being hacked so this data doesn’t fall into the wrong hands. While we focus on protecting all of the new technologies and innovations…
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Private and commercial surveillance in Australia is more common than you may think
Private and commercial surveillance in Australia is more common than you may think. For many people, the concept of hiring someone to run surveillance on a person or a company might sound like something straight out of the movies. But this practice is prevalent in Australia for a range of reasons. From a domestic perspective,…
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Why a private investigator is invaluable to your business
Why a private investigator is invaluable to your business Having a private investigator on speed dial is an excellent idea for any business. They offer a wide range of services to help save your business from damage and loss. Precise Investigation has a team of licenced and insured professionals that are experts in their field,…
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The three steps to choose the best private investigator in Melbourne or Sydney
The three steps to choose the best private investigator in Melbourne or Sydney There are many reasons why someone may need to enlist a private investigator’s services. They provide several investigatory litigation support services including helping individuals and businesses prepare for court cases, obtain critical evidence concerning workplace claims, locate missing people including debtors and…
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What it takes to become a private investigator.
What it takes to become a PI Becoming a private investigator is becoming an increasingly popular option as more and more people are seeking third-party assistance to locate people, recover debt or assemble evidence required in a court case. According to leading Australian employment site SEEK, the private investigator industry is expected to grow…
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Tips to prepare for a child custody investigation.
Tips to prepare for a child custody investigation Breaking up is always difficult, but relationship breakdowns become even more challenging when there are children involved. Custody investigations can be extremely painful, especially on the children, so it is always best for all parties to reach a fair and rapid resolution. Here are some tips to…
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What is reasonable management action and how can I use this in my business?
What is reasonable management action and how can I use this in my business? No matter what industry your business is in, it is important that there is a management structure and managers in place that can make sound decisions for the effective running of your operations. It is also important that managers conduct themselves…
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In a workplace investigation, what is the difference between signed statements and affidavits?
In a workplace investigation, what is the difference between signed statements and affidavits? When collecting evidence as part of a workplace investigation, it is important to ensure that it is documented correctly in the event of legal proceedings down the track. There are two primary forms of formal documents that will be put together in…
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What exactly is a background check?
What exactly is a background check? When a business advertises for a position, they want to know that the candidates are being truthful in their application. These are becoming more and more common in the modern world to ensure that all of the information being provided by candidates is truthful and meets all of the…
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What can Private Investigators not do?
What can Private Investigators not do? There can be a lot of confusion about private investigators and what they are allowed to do – and what they can not. Some people are unclear on the separation of roles between PIs and law enforcement, while Hollywood movies and television often portray private investigators through inaccurate lenses.…
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Body language and infidelity: signs your partner is cheating
Body language and infidelity: signs your partner is cheating Unless you are married to the best poker player in the world, there are tell-tale signs that they may have not been faithful to you. Very few unfaithful partners are going to be forthcoming with the truth when confronted which can make you question or second…
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How a PI can help you find your parents
How a PI can help you find your birth parents Many Australians grow up never knowing who their birth parents are. There are a number of reasons why this could be the case; you may have been adopted or put into the foster care system by the state as a child. There could be medical…
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Is it Illegal to hire a private investigator?
Is it illegal to hire a private investigator? There are many reasons why people seek out private investigators to assist them. It could be to locate someone who has skipped out on debt or has become estranged from their concerned family. Alternatively, it provides an opportunity to gather evidence to use in a future or…
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Improve your leads and conversions with our audience online behaviour services
Not every investigation is trying to seek out nefarious or malicious behaviour. Take our online behaviour enquiry service, which will help deliver you all of the trends and audience information to properly target prospects that are ready to take action with your brand. This is vital for not only ecommerce businesses but every single brand…
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Why private investigators are more common than ever in 2020
Once upon a time, the private investigator was saddled with plenty of negative stereotypes. Hollywood certainly has not helped with the tropes of these depictions sporting deerstalker hats and trench coats, applying their own level of justice with their fists while puffing on a pipe and hitting on their extremely attractive secretary. It was a…
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COVID-19 brings out a spike in insurance scammers
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and its subsequent restrictions are likely to lead to a rise in fraudulent insurance claims, experts say. History has shown that in times of economic hardship desperate people will turn to desperate measures to make ends meet, including lodging a variety of fraudulent insurance claims which can deeply hurt Australian businesses.…
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Online dating: Checks to ensure the person you are talking to is the real deal
Online dating is an extremely popular way to meet people in the modern, digital era with around 4.5 million Australians using online dating sites and apps in the search for a short term or long term partner. It has become a lucrative industry with numerous dating apps and sites popping up and becoming mainstream tools…
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Are you being tracked? We can help you secure your internet-connected devices
Our personal information is more valuable than ever in the digital age and no one wants to become the victim of fraud or have their sensitive data or information stolen or misused. Unfortunately, cyber intrusion is common on mobile devices like smartphones and tablets and you could have tracking software on your device without even…
