Industry leading investigation services & gathering techniquesOur investigations have varied in scope from insurance fraud, criminal and corporate investigations, wire fraud and competitive intelligence, to name a few. Our teams are comprised of investigators from various backgrounds including police departments and specialized law enforcement units. Additionally, our experts have direct knowledge of the Health Professions Act and extensive experience with Regulatory Compliance. We specialize in providing our clients with real-time information, which allows them to make more informed and strategic decisions for their organizations. The results we provide can effectively help to resolve any issues our clients may have and prevent any issues from happening in the future. Open source analysis
Effective intelligence gathering techniques
Our investigators utilize OSA as an intelligence gathering technique in order to better direct other investigative measures such as surveillance or interviews. This technique allows us to compile a profile of an individual, which may include information such as address, contact information, business affiliations, criminal records, social activities, day-to-day activities and associations. All information contained in our reports is court ready and within privacy guidelines. Open Source Analysis is primarily used at the start of any investigation for intelligence gathering, and involves researching social media, databases, federal and provincial government records and conducting deep web searches. Open Source Analysis is extremely valuable in supporting our team to build timelines, chart networks and link events, and Paladin’s analysts are particularly adept at uncovering this critical information. Surveillance
Utilizing Paladin's Specialized Surveillance Unit
Our surveillance teams are comprised of investigators from various backgrounds including police departments and various specialized units. They are skilled in conducting single vehicle surveillance, as well as team surveillance as required. All Paladin investigators are equipped with cutting-edge video, covert video, audio equipment and on board computers, which allow for immediate transfer of up-to-date information. Surveillance provides us with the ability to monitor behavior, activities and other changing information, and is primarily used for intelligence gathering and crime prevention. In some circumstances, surveillance techniques may be used in conjunction with other investigative services. Undercover operations
Proven track record in undercover ops
Investigators with diverse backgrounds and skill-sets have the ability to infiltrate a broad range of organizations. Our undercover investigators fit within many scenarios and work discreetly to uncover information within environments such as workplaces, political groups and event settings. Corporate undercover investigations are one of the most powerful methods of investigation. In essence, it is nothing more than the surreptitious placement of a properly trained and skilled investigator, posing as an employee, into an unsuspecting workforce for the purpose of gathering intelligence. Undercover operatives are unique in their ability to blend into a variety of different situations, and we only employ Human Asset handlers who are well experienced in source handling. Interviewing / interrogation
Investigative interviewing is an essential aspect of the process
Our interview and interrogation experts are skilled in obtaining witness and suspect statements, compiling comprehensive reports, and employing various styles of interviews, including the Wicklander-Zulawski technique. As most information comes from people, an interview is a conversation intended to solicit information. At Paladin, our investigators are experienced in conducting various types of interviews with various types of people, including witnesses and potential suspects. Our investigators are also skilled in recording those statements in written form to produce an accurate report for our clients. Litigation support
Witness locates, interviews & full background investigations
We have extensive experience in testifying and presenting evidence in both criminal and civil proceedings. We have extensive experience in testifying and presenting evidence in court and are primarily involved in cases pertaining to negligence, employment, long-term disability, criminal cases, civil cases and liability trials. Additionally, our investigators have direct knowledge and a strong understanding of the Health Professions Act, in addition to an advanced knowledge of Regulatory Compliance. Competitive intelligence
Real-time information to make informed, strategic decisions
Competitive intelligence allows our clients to better understand the world outside their business, so that they can be as competitive as possible. Our analysts utilize an Open Source system as one of a range of investigative tools, in order to obtain various pieces of intelligence. If you are entering new markets, or vetting third parties, we offer a wide range of consulting services to address your specific needs. Timely information is critical to your ability to make business decisions with confidence. Intellectual property
Mitigate risk with the theft and distribution of your intellectual property
With the rise of digital technologies and internet file sharing networks, intellectual property theft is a growing industry We assist our clients in protecting their ideas, inventions and creative expressions, which includes everything from trade secrets and proprietary products and parts to movies, games, music and software. Our team utilizes open source analysis for these investigations, in coordination with possible surveillance. We have extensive experience liaising with various local and international police forces. Injury / long-term disability
25% of injury claims have an element of fraud or misinformation
Paladin investigators have conducted thousands of hours of surveillance related to personal injury, long-term disability and workers compensation claims. The cost of insurance fraud exceeds $500 million annually in Canada and it is estimated that roughly 25% of injury claims have an element of fraud or misinformation. We specialize in obtaining covert video documentation in an effort to show a “day in the life” of a claimant and provide our clients with detailed reporting of our findings. We adhere to all legal practices in order to ensure that our evidence is court ready. All of our investigations also include open source analysis in an effort to obtain any information which can better direct our surveillance for a more cost effective result. Hr pre-screening
Profiling the best candidates for your business.
Hiring highly qualified people is crucial to every company and background screening is essential to succeeding in turbulent business environments. An important part of any hiring process should be employment pre-screening, which provides hiring personnel with a glimpse into a person’s past activities and likely future behaviour. Paladin investigators utilize various screening methods, which include open source analysis, in an effort to provide our clients with a profile of a potential employee. VIP & executive protection
Close protection services for individuals
Paladin Special Services Unit (SSU) provides customized security services for private and public clients with unique and demanding security needs. Headed by a former Israeli police officer and Certified Protection Professionals, the SSU is a specially trained group of former police officers and highly-trained security professionals who provide close protection services for highly individuals with unusual risk profiles. We also have significant experience in working with organizations – both public and private – to safeguard their assets, information, and most importantly, their people during labour disputes. Beginning at the planning stage, we will work with you to build a safety and security plan that will incorporate flexibility and contingencies for each stage of the labour disruption. Labour Disputes
At Paladin, we have significant experience in working with organizations - both public and private - to safeguard their assets, information, and most importantly, their people during labour disputes. Beginning at the planning stage, we will work with you to build a safety and security plan that will incorporate flexibility and contingencies for each stage of the labour disruption. |
At Paladin, we will take the time to understand the security challenges you face and help you develop an integrated program customized to address your individual situation, needs and budget. Contact us today for a free consultation.