Computer Forensics is the science of identifying, recovering, extracting, preserving, and documenting ESI (Electronically Stored Information) so that it can be presented as evidence in a court of law.¹ Law enforcement and military agencies have employed computer forensics for decades, and recent technological developments enable qualified private sector businesses to deploy computer forensics for the benefit of their clients.  

Not sure if you need a forensic investigator? If, for any part of your case, you need access to information that may or may not have been stored on a computer then, Yes. You need a forensic investigator. A skilled investigator can view and analyze potential evidence that was "deleted" or never intentionally "saved", and document the source and veracity for use in cases of:

• Copyright infringement
• Sexual harassment
• Theft of intellectual property
• Corruption
• Fraud
• Illegal duplication of software
• Unauthorized use of a computer
• Child pornography²

Most people carry a cell phone because they want to be "in touch" with their family, friends, business associates, and learn the news of the day. Cell phones are a convenient way to stay connected. So convenient, in fact, that cell phones and other mobile devices are eclipsing laptops as the preferred connection tool between employees and their organizations. For a professional investigator, the 3.2 billion mobile devices in use in the U.S. today¹ are more than a way to reach out and be reachable; they are also valuable sources of information and potential evidence.

Suppose one of your top employees recently put in their two weeks notice. You assume she or he is spending their last two weeks in your employment as you directed - wrapping up open projects, transitioning incoming work to another employee, and maybe helping to train their replacement. But what if they're actually mining company databases for clients they want to take with them, or emailing electronic files of sensitive information? Or suppose your spouse begins working late or suddenly has to leave town for business? Are you being paranoid and insecure, or do you have reason to question their fidelity? A professional forensic investigator can help you find out.