Legal Research

This glossary of investigation terms is intended to help private investigators, police officers and everyday citizens understand the meaning of various terms used in investigation work. During the course of investigation work, private investigators have interactions...

This article covers legal research for private investigators. Private investigation work touches many different aspects of the law. Private investigators and police officers encounter situations related to legal issues such as personal rights, privacy...

An Overview of Bail, Bail Bonds, and Bondsmen  If you, or someone you know, has been arrested, charged with a crime, and incarcerated, it is important to understand how bail bonds work. This article provides...

What are Court Records? A court record is a general term that is used to describe legal records that are filed with the court system. This may include records filed with the county, state, and federal...

An expert witness is a witness, who by virtue of education, training, skill, or experience, is believed to have knowledge in a particular subject beyond that of the average person. Expert witnesses and legal experts...

Sensitive Family Matters Family law is an area of the law that deals with family-related issues and domestic relations including the nature of marriage, civil unions, and domestic partnerships. It also deals with the many...

What is a Collection Agency? A collection agency is a business that pursues payments on debts owed by individuals or businesses. Most agencies operate as agents of creditors and collect debts for a fee or percentage...

This article provides an overview of the different types of bankruptcy. In addition, it covers a list of resources to help you learn how to go about filing for bankruptcy. Individuals and businesses often become...