Warning Signs 2022: Is My Home Bugged?
Is My Home Bugged? Is Someone Listening? It used to be the stuff of spy thrillers, but electronic eavesdropping devices are now part of everyday…
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Hawk PI Named 2021’s Best Private Investigator
Hawk PI is proud to be recognized as the Best Private Investigator for the seventh consecutive year and a member of the Best Of Hall…
Best Private Investigator 2020 Awarded to Hawk PI
The Daily Report has announced the winners of their annual Best Of awards. In the category of private investigator, Hawk PI was recognized as best…
Hawk PI Expands Security Capabilities
ATLANTA (Nov. 11, 2019) Hawk Professional Investigations, a national leader in TSCM bug sweep services, security and investigations, has hired Robert McDonough as Associate, Security…
The Streak Continues: Hawk PI Voted Best Investigative Firm for Five Years
ATLANTA (May 6 , 2019) – Hawk PI was voted Georgia’s #1 investigative firm for a record-setting fifth consecutive year, winning the Daily Report’s BEST…
HPI’s Tim Keener to speak at Georgia Private Investigators Conference
ATLANTA (Apr. 26, 2019) – Tim Keener, U.S. Secret Service (Retired) and Director of Global TSCM & Physical Security for Hawk PI, will present a…
Privacy Concerns Growing After Recording Device Found at Law Firm
ATLANTA (Feb. 25, 2019) – The legal community is abuzz after news broke of a recording device found in a law firm in West Palm…
20-Year Secret Service Veteran Joins Security Team
We are proud to announce the addition of Tim Keener, a 20-year veteran of the U.S. Secret Service, to the Hawk PI Security Team. In…
Article: Elder Abuse Often Not Reported
Office of Inspector General for the Department of Health and Human Services reports that more than a quarter of cases are unreported. There is a…
News: Carroll County Approves SHIELD Security Doors
The Carroll County Board of Education on Thursday approved the purchase of the SHIELD security system for Glanton-Hindsman Elementary in Villa Rica. The school system…
Four-peat: BEST Of 2018 Private Investigator
Hawk Professional Investigations has been named Georgia’s #1 investigative firm for an unprecedented fourth consecutive year, winning the Daily Report’s BEST OF award for 2018.…
Elder Abuse: Types, Signs and Statistics
Types of abuse and neglect, warning signs and what to do if you suspect it is happening. Elder abuse is a term that includes physical,…
HPI Named ‘Best Of’ for 2017 by Daily Report
Hawk Professional Investigations named Georgia’s #1 investigative firm For the third consecutive year, Hawk PI is the top private investigator in the Daily Report’s BEST…
Hackable Keyboards and Mice
You can now add non-bluetooth wireless keyboards and mice to your list of “hackables”. Bastille, a cybersecurity research company, recently discovered two vulnerabilities affecting wireless,…
The Learning Curve of Digital Evidence
There is no doubt that digital evidence on cell phones and mobile devices is changing the landscape of the U.S. legal system. Though the depths…
The Art of Love and War
Who would have imagined that a 5th century BC book by a Chinese military strategist would be relevant in modern time – in sports, business…
Hawk PI Earns Top Recognition in Daily Report’s ‘Best Of’ for 2016
For the second year in a row, Hawk Professional Investigations has been recognized by the Daily Report as Best Of for 2016 in the category…
Hawk Professional Investigations Proudly Sponsors ICLE’s Family Law Institute
Apr. 12, 2016 (Atlanta, GA) – For the 14th consecutive year, Hawk Professional Investigations is proud to be the top sponsor for the Institute of…
Case Study: Catfishing
Catfish /’kat, fiSH/ – to lure someone into a relationship by means of an online fictional persona. Words with new meanings are popping up all…
Ten Discreet Signs of Marital Indiscretions
Did you find someone else’s lipstick on your spouse’s collar? Did you walk in on your spouse with another person? The majority of signs of…
ICLE Contemporary & Complicated Divorce Program Follow-Up
We were honored to be a part of the Institute of Continuing Legal Education (ICLE) of GA’s Contemporary & Complicated Divorce Seminar on Feb. 12th.…
Case Study: The Workaholic
A hardworking husband spending long hours at the office seems legit, right? That is what our client thought too. The Situation The client, BL, was…
Top 6 Vulnerabilities: An Open Door for Corporate Espionage
Is your company susceptible to being targeted for corporate espionage? Are you making it easy for someone to infiltrate your company’s proprietary information? The ruinous…
Prepare Your Small Business for the Holiday Season
You may have noticed a twinkling Christmas light around your office lately. The holiday season is upon us and all of the merriment and festivities…
Hawk PI Selected as Best Of 2015
Hawk Private Investigations (Hawk PI) is proud of the recognition by the Daily Report as Best Of 2015 in the category of private investigator. The…
How to Become a Private Investigator
One of our goals at Hawk PI is to elevate the standards and reputation of the private investigation industry. Highlighting the importance of an educational…
How to Become a Private Investigator Part 1 – Considerations
Are you considering becoming a private investigator? The job of a private investigator, also known as a PI, is rewarding and allows you to see…
How to Become a Private Investigator Part 2 – Requirements and Training
Can you explain the training requirements? This is one of the most important and most often misunderstood parts of becoming a private investigator. The Georgia…
How to Become a Private Investigator Part 3 – Get Started!
Where can I get the required training in a classroom? The private detective training course required for registration and licensing is currently offered at two…
How to Become a Private Investigator Quick Start Guide
Education Basic Private Detective Training Course Seventy hours of classroom instruction by certified training instructor following the State Board guidelines. Apply at: Gwinnett Technical College…
Hawk Private Investigations to Sponsor the 10th Annual Supreme Cork
Oct 8, 2015 (Atlanta, Georgia) – Hawk Private Investigations (Hawk PI) is proud to be a platinum sponsor of the Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation’s 10th…
Hawk Private Investigations Joins FALI
Hawk Private Investigations (Hawk PI) is now a member of the Florida Association of Licensed Investigators (FALI). Headquartered in Tallahassee, FALI focuses on advancing and…
Hawk Private Investigations Attends and Presents at the Family Law Institute
May 23, 2015 Hawk Private Investigations (Hawk PI) attended the 33rd Annual Family Law Institute. Danielle LeVine, senior investigator at Hawk PI, presented an update…
Hawk Professional Investigations Sponsors Family Law Institute: Art of Love and War
January 30, 2015 Hawk Private Investigations (Hawk PI) is proud to be a sponsor of the 33rd Annual Family Law Institute. This year’s conference is…
Hawk Professional Investigations is proud to sponsor the 9th Annual Supreme Cork Wine Tasting and Silent Auction
Hawk Private Investigations is proud to sponsor the 9th Annual Supreme Cork Wine Tasting and Silent Auction to benefit the Guardian ad Litem Program and…
Are Online “People Finders” Effective?
The internet is flooded with people finders. They claim you can simply enter the information and *poof* you have all the information you wanted on…
How can Surveillance help a Child Custody Investigation?
A private investigator can ease your mind when you have concerns about your children when they are not in your care. Who interacts with your…
What can affect alimony?
Proof of Adultery In most courts, specifically in Georgia, the spouse that was unfaithful is usually barred from receiving alimony if there is evidence that…
Effects of Adultery on a Divorce
Divorce can feel like a mini-world war and finding out about infidelity can leave a person reeling. Feelings are hurt, emotions are raised and the…
Take Control of Your Situation: Selecting a Private Investigator
When facing difficult situations such as a divorce, suspicion of adultery and/or child custody dispute, your emotions are running high. Many professionals are employed in…
Top 10 Red Flags that may indicate infidelity
Are you concerned that your spouse may be having an affair? The red flags below are the most common signs we see when infidelity is…
The Technical Side of Bug Sweeps
Bug sweeps are the every day term for locating a hidden camera or listening device. However, in the security and investigation field, it is known…
Top 5 signs that your home or office may be “bugged”
Confidential personal conversations have been compromised or proprietary company information ends up in the hands of competitors. You notice unusual clicks, hums, static, or other…
Case Study: Estranged Husband Uses Hidden Camera in Former Home
Hawk PI was recently hired by a law firm on behalf of a client who was in the process of a divorce. The woman believed…
CEO illegally monitored
The CEO of an Atlanta company received information that he was going to be illegally monitored. Hawk Private Investigations’ staff installed equipment to monitor all…
The Workaholic
Hawk Private Investigations was contacted by an attorney who informed us that his client did not want to hire an investigative firm to check into…
A Girls Weekend Getaway
A physician in Savannah became suspicious of his wife’s frequent weekend getaways with her girlfriends. She would never tell him exactly where they were staying,…
Laptop Theft
A prominent law firm had experienced theft of laptops as well as other expensive items. The initial suspicion was blamed on the after hours cleaning…
Delivery Driver Scheme
A trucking company was experiencing a large amount of merchandise theft. Utilizing GPS tracking, Hawk Private Investigations determined that the driver was traveling far from…
Time Clock Deception
A large manufacturing company hired Hawk Private Investigations suspecting issues relating to incorrect time entries by plant personnel. After evaluating the assignment, a hidden camera…
Case Study: Attic Spy Goes Underground
When Lynn Redding heard clicking noises on her telephone, she thought of her ex-boyfriend, who claimed to be a retired spy. Redding, 37, hired Hawk…
Corporate Theft Revealed…
Recently, Hawk Private Investigations was hired to look into allegations that product and merchandise was being stolen from the Atlanta plant of a multi-billion dollar…
Is it legal to conduct a background investigation on a person without their consent?
Is it legal to conduct a background investigation on a person without their consent? Yes, if there is reasonable cause and a legitimate purpose for…
Is proof of child endangerment helpful when trying to get custody of a child?
Is proof of child endangerment helpful when trying to get custody of a child? Courts often take into account documented evidence of child endangerment and…
Does proof of infidelity really matter in a divorce?
Does proof of infidelity really matter in a divorce? If you have consulted with an attorney and they have told you that conduct does not…
Are findings of a private investigator admissible in court?
Are findings of a private investigator admissible in court? Evidence obtained by a licensed private investigator working on your behalf is admissible and useful in…
We recently fired a high-level executive from our company. Unfortunately, he has made some comments to our employees that we perceive to be potential threats. What can you do for us?
We recently fired a high-level executive from our company. Unfortunately, he has made some comments to our employees that we perceive to be potential threats.…
What can I do to protect confidential company information?
What can I do to protect confidential company information? You can conduct a thorough background investigation on your potential employees, especially if the position provides…
I am the president of a company with more than 200 employees, and we conduct business in a very competitive marketplace. It seems that confidential/ proprietary information is constantly being leaked to our competitors. What can your firm do to help us?
Q: I am the president of a company with more than 200 employees, and we conduct business in a very competitive marketplace. It seems that…
How does Hawk PI conduct surveillance without being detected?
How does Hawk PI conduct surveillance without being detected? Hawk Private Investigations has more than [yib] years of experience in surveillance, and we are experts…
How much does it cost to hire a private investigator?
How much does it cost to hire a private investigator? The cost of your investigation will depend on the type of investigation and the amount…
What happens when I contact Hawk Professional Investigations?
What happens when I contact Hawk Private Investigations? During the preliminary interview, we will discuss your concerns, review the specifics of your case, explain the…
What is Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM)?
TSCM is more commonly known as a bug sweep or electronic bug detection. TSCM, or Technical Surveillance Counter Measures, is the systematic process of reviewing…
Why should I hire a private investigator?
Why should I hire a private investigator? A licensed private investigator can provide quality, court-admissible evidence and back it up with expert court testimony. Observations…
Hawk Private Investigations, Inc. announces Amanda D. Argo as Vice President
Amanda has been with Hawk Private Investigations since the fall of 2007, initially serving as the Research Analyst and was recently promoted to Vice President…
Background Investigation for Child Custody
Hawk Private Investigations was hired in regards to a child custody investigation. The child in question, Samantha was living with her mother; Samantha’s father had…
Online People Finders: Two Questions to Consider
The internet is flooded with people finders – websites that provide information on a person with promises like “Find anyone, anywhere” or “… Billions of…