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Factual insurance investigations: what you need to know
Workers compensation insurance schemes are extremely important to ensure those that are injured or debilitated during the course of their employment are adequately remunerated so that they can continue to support their family, pay the rent or make their mortgage payments and put food on the table. According to the Australian Workers’ Compensation Statistics Report…
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Internet forensic computing investigations exposing the trolls
We have all heard of keyboard warriors. The cowardly, faceless online identities who spread malicious rumours, false content and misleading information which can easily fall under the auspices of Defamation in all States and Territories in Australia. They hide behind aliases, they use software like VPNs to mask their location and they infiltrate social media…
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How to know if you have been bullied in the workforce
Bullying can have a major impact on a person for an extended period of time and can never be tolerated, especially in the workplace. That is why there is legislation in place to protect workers from bullying and harassment, which is vital for employers to understand so they can take action if it occurs in…
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Procedural Fairness – the rights of the employee
Allegations of misconduct in the workforce are very serious and can be extremely damaging to an individual if these allegations are unfounded or untrue. That is why Procedural Fairness has been enshrined into the Fair Work Act 2009, giving employees the chance to defend themselves against allegations of wrongdoing in the workplace. It is…
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Termination of employment: The rights of the worker and the employer
It is a reality of life that periods of employment are going to end. There are many reasons why an employee can part ways with their employer, including moving onto another position, contacts expiring, resignation, redundancies and more. But there are also times when the end of employment is not pleasant, and the employee…
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Employee screening: what should your business be looking for?
Recruitment can be a time-consuming and costly part of operating a business, but it is also an element that you have to get right. Hiring the wrong person can mean you have to go back to the drawing board and start the recruitment process again – and this is the best possible scenario. By not…
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How to know if you have been sexually harassed in the workplace
Sexual harassment is not welcome in any workplace. Unfortunately, it still exists, despite our best efforts to stamp it out. And because this behaviour often involves people in positions of power using their influence over employees below them, it can often go unreported. This is your guide to sexual harassment in the workplace, how to…
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What are the risks of not doing background checks on potential new employees?
Finding the right person for the job can be a challenging process, no matter what industry you are situated in. But finding out the individual you thought was right for the role is not telling the truth can be disastrous for your business. To combat this risk, it is vital to conduct background checks on…
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Private investigators are a huge asset when it comes to locating a missing person
The very first thing you should do when you need to locate a missing person is to contact the police – in every instance. The authorities are exceptionally well-trained and adept at locating missing people and should always be the first port of call. However, the police are not your only option. You can greatly…
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How to date online safely
The way we date has changed dramatically over the years and meeting people online has become the preferred method for many people. That is because it is easier to find fellow singles with similar interests, it is more time effective as you can do it from the comfort of your home. A simple swipe of…
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When and when not to suspect your partner is cheating
No one wants to deal with infidelity or the fall out of it. But sometimes life brings unexpected matters, and that can arrive in the form of spotting an unusual text on your partner’s phone or seeing them be ‘just a little too friendly’ with someone in their inner circles. These instances evoke a whole…
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Handling Sexual Harassment at Work
Understanding Sexual Harassment in the Workplace Sexual harassment in the workplace is a complicated topic to discuss because so many people share different points of view on what it is. Hopefully, this article will clarify what constitutes sexual harassment, help you understand your rights and what you can do if you’re experiencing it, or know…
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Avoiding Potential Pitfalls with Australian Euthanasia
Victoria’s New Dying Legislation and What it Means As some of you may know, euthanasia was legalised in Melbourne a few weeks ago. For those of you who don’t know, “euthanasia” is defined as the act of killing or permitting the death of the hopelessly sick or injured (such as persons or domestic animals) in…
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Risk Mitigation for the Modern Market
Multi-Faceted Risk Mitigation for The Modern Market “Risk Mitigation” has notoriously commercial connotations, most commonly in the insurance and finance industries. However, “risk” is something that everyone juggles with everyday, whether you’re running a multinational company or picking flowers in the park. It’s defined as the “systematic reduction in the extent of exposure to a…
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The Truth Surrounding Follow-up Investigations
Most professional investigators will be proud of what they’re able to uncover within a few hours in the field. Extreme patience, a keen eye for detail and the ability to covertly capture the subject’s movements allows most PIs to provide their clients with a really good idea of what’s going on “behind closed doors.” Whether…
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Fifa Corruption Under Private Investigation
International Corruption and Private Investigators The article explains how Princess Haya Bint Al-Hussein, a Jordanian princess married to the ruler of Dubai, hired an investigations agency to collect the evidence of corruption. Their operatives have been seeking to interview current and former FIFA officials, as well as other officials, representatives and employees of various national…
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Putting Private Investigators to Good Use
When Private Investigators Really Matter Recently, the infamous Coles supermarket chain was forced to pay a New South Wales tradie a staggering $295,000 in damages, following a slip and fall incident in one of their stores in 2016. Paul Mansell, the tradie in question, was wearing thongs when he slipped on a puddle of iced…
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Australia’s Unsolved Mysteries
Unsolved Mysteries of Australia Our country is big, sparsely populated and sometimes harsh; all things that make the inexplicable, supernatural and mysterious seem all the more real. It’s surprising, actually that real mysteries aren’t more common around here, after all, as private investigators; discovering the what, how, why and when of things is our bread…
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Dodgy, Illegal and Unethical Clients Might Fail Our Due Diligence Checks
If Something Smells Fishy, You Bet We’ll Check It Out We often talk about the important in doing your due diligence before jumping into the metaphorical bed with someone, whether you’re looking to employ them as a member of staff, or live with them as your future husband or wife. But, we seldom talk about…
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How Do We Compare To Our Hollywood Counterparts?
Hollywood’s Impression Vs Real-Life Private Investigators Hollywood and television have a long history of portraying Private Investigators in two extremes, one being somewhat alluring, and the other in a less than complimentary light. In this article, we’ll be comparing the differences between real, modern-day private investigators to the stereotypical characters portrayed by Hollywood. Fedoras and…
