Surveillance is critical to evaluating the validity of a workers’ compensation or liability claim and vital for building a reliable defense. Videotape evidence is crucial in supporting or impeaching a claimants’ testimony or claim.
To obtain indisputable evidence, Paragon Investigations employs a tactful approach to surveillance and evidence acquisition. Our seasoned investigators know how to avoid detection or suspicion by the claimant. We will swiftly and discretely gather information through extensive background checks, the utilization of proprietary databases exclusively available for licensed private investigators, and social media to obtain any condemning evidence or suspicious activities.
Having obtained all necessary information to properly position our investigators, Paragon Investigations then embarks on a surveillance schedule that is approved by the Claims Adjuster, Third-Party Administrator (TPA) or Attorney. We can arrange to observe a claimant prior to and following an Independent Medical Examination (IME), therapy, medical appointments and at other strategic times.
We approach all of our assignments with the expectation that the results may be presented before the South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Board or in a court of law. Therefore, we understand the importance of a thorough, discreet, and professional investigation. The surveillance will identify and record uncontestable evidence, proving any dishonesty we uncover beyond a reasonable doubt.
We were about to settle and in the last week before the mediation, they caught him playing golf, riding a bicycle and walking the dog without a cane and back brace. Saved us a significant amount of money.”
