Recent Blog Posts
Leveraging Public Records in Asset Searches
When it comes to civil litigation, asset searches are a critical component in uncovering valuable information about an individual’s or entity’s financial standing. While many sources can be useful in an asset search, it’s important not to overlook the value of searching public records. For attorneys representing clients in civil cases, leveraging public records… Read More »
The Importance of Background Checks in Civil Litigation
Civil litigation is a long and complicated process, requiring meticulous preparation and thorough investigation to build a strong case. One of the most critical aspects of this preparation involves conducting comprehensive background checks of parties, witnesses, or other persons essential to the case. At Millennium Intelligence Agency, we understand the pivotal role background checks… Read More »
How Investigation Plays a Critical Role in All Civil Litigation
It would be tough to overstate the role that thorough investigation plays for both plaintiffs and defendants in civil litigation. The legendary criminal defense lawyer F. Lee Bailey was himself a former private investigator who helped attorneys prepare for trial before he became one of the greatest trial lawyers himself, and he never failed… Read More »
Is It Legal to Use OSINT?
If you’ve worked with a private investigator recently to assist you in a civil matter, or if you’ve tried to do some digging online yourself, you might have come across the term OSINT, for Open Source Intelligence. Depending on your level of technological savvy, you might welcome OSINT into your practice or be wary… Read More »
Navigating the Deep: How Private Investigators Leverage OSINT for Civil Litigation Investigations
As the digital realm continues to evolve and expand, so too does the breadth of information available to savvy investigators. In this vast ocean of data, tools like Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) and deep dives into the mysterious corners of the dark web are becoming critical for Private Investigators (PIs) aiding attorneys and parties… Read More »
Why Is a Litigation History Search an Important Part of an Asset Search?
At Millennium Intelligence Agency, we provide private investigation services to attorneys, government agencies, and corporations involved in civil litigation. Our experienced private investigators serve clients in California and across the globe, equipped with a robust skill set and the latest technology to deliver valuable, actionable insights. Clients often call upon us to perform an… Read More »
Understanding the Importance of Hiring an Experienced Professional Investigator to Perform a Public Records Search
When it comes to preparing for litigation or conducting due diligence, understanding all key parties involved in the matter, be they individuals or business entities, is critical. This comprehensive understanding extends to both counterparties and your own clients. In such situations, a public records search becomes a powerful tool, capable of providing a detailed… Read More »
What Private Investigators Cannot Do
Private investigators can be a vital asset for your civil litigation. A qualified PI can help you locate missing witnesses or parties, put together a financial profile of a key player, and gather evidence to support your case. There are certain lines that a PI cannot cross, however, without risking the loss of their… Read More »
Not All Private Investigators Are Created Equal
Hiring a private investigator is not as simple as running a quick Google search and calling the first phone number that comes up. Just as you’d advise any client looking to hire an attorney to conduct proper due diligence before picking a legal representative, it’s important that you do your research before picking a… Read More »
Dangers of Hiring an ‘Online’ Investigation Service
If you need to conduct an investigation in advance of litigation, you have options. You may be considering whether to hire a proper professional investigator, or whether you can skate by with hiring an online-only or digital investigative service. While the latter option might be cheaper, that certainly doesn’t mean it’s a better choice…. Read More »