Strategy, empathy, and respect go a long way when obtaining witness statements. But even one wrong move can cause a witness to stop cooperating and jeopardize your case. For legal professionals, knowing how investigators approach witnesses can make the difference between a strong

What's our investigators favorite part of being a PI? Jordan Payton reveals their favorite aspect of being a PI and why the private sector makes the work especially meaningful. #PrivateInvestigations #PrivateInvestigator #BehindtheScenes #CareerPath #Q&A

Big things are happening at Hodson P.I.! We’re excited to share that Hodson P.I. has officially expanded into Colorado, allowing us to serve even more clients while continuing to provide trusted investigative services nationwide. #HodsonPI #PrivateInvestigator

This month at Hodson P.I., we’re spotlighting some of our most exciting updates—from our expansion into Colorado to a high-stakes EDR recovery that showcases the precision and persistence behind our work. You’ll also find new, insight-packed articles for attorneys, claims

AI is rapidly transforming the world around us, and the insurance defense industry is no exception. For legal professionals and private investigators, understanding these developments is essential to staying ahead. Learn more about how AI is impacting investigations and what to

🌾 November is Native American Heritage Month 🌾 This month, we honor the rich history, culture, and enduring contributions of Native American and Indigenous communities across the United States. We especially recognize the tribal nations whose ancestral lands surround our

AI is evolving rapidly, and with it comes a rise in synthetic content that’s beginning to impact professionals across the insurance defense industry. For legal professionals and private investigators, understanding how this technology can influence evidence, testimony, and case

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Hodson P.I.! We’re grateful for our clients, partners, and hardworking team who make our work so meaningful. We wish you and your loved ones a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday. #HappyThanksgiving #Thanksgiving #Gratitude

Hodson P.I. is proud to sponsor ASCDC’s “Hot Topics in Insurance Defense From the Carrier POV” webinar this Thursday, presented by Gordon Swaim, Litigation Unit Manager at Automobile Club. The session will explore today’s key insurance defense challenges—from rising claim

December becomes the perfect time for investigators to capture genuine behavior. With claimants preparing for the holidays, decorating their homes, and attending gatherings, the season creates ideal conditions for observing real activity. Read the full article to learn why

Hodson P.I. had a special VIP client visit the office today, surprising our employees and meeting with Justin Hodson to take care of some year-end business, just in time for a final check of the naughty and nice list! #Holidays #Santa #HappyHolidays #CompanyCulture #HodsonPI

Please join us in welcoming Mario Flores to Hodson P.I. Mario brings extensive experience in insurance investigations, fraud detection, liability assessment, and claims analysis, as well as crisis-intervention and de-escalation skills from his work as a Deputy Probation Officer

The holiday season keeps claimants active in ways that reveal authentic behavior that can strengthen a case early. Learn how acting quickly to document these moments helps attorneys and claims teams secure credible evidence while reducing risk and unnecessary costs.

Why do so many claims appear after the holidays? January’s surge of delayed filings can create timing gaps, weak documentation, and credibility concerns, especially with subjective injuries. Understanding these patterns helps defense teams identify potential inconsistencies and

Surprising our team with a visit from Santa to make sure they’re on the nice list this year. 😉 #santaclaus #christmascheer #surprise #holidays #workculture

Post-holiday claims often arrive weeks late, blurring timelines and making verification harder for defense teams. Preparing in December by auditing incidents, comparing behavior, and reinforcing documentation turns a seasonal challenge into a strategic advantage.

Come visit Nikki Tinsman at the ADC 66th Annual Meeting today and tomorrow! Learn how Hodson P.I. can assist you with all your investigation needs, and grab some hot cocoa sticks just in time for the holiday season! #ADC #ADCEvents #DefenseCounsel #ADCAnnualMeeting

We’re happy to welcome Panayiota Pieratos as the new HR Manager at Hodson P.I., LLC! With more than six years of hands-on HR experience spanning talent acquisition, onboarding, employee relations, compliance, payroll, and HRIS management, she brings a warm and knowledgeable

Santa and Justin Hodson are making a list and checking it twice, and Hodson P.I. is here to help uncover who’s been naughty or nice. Who will make the nice list this year? #PrivateInvestigations #InsuranceDefense #AutoClaims #HappyHolidays #SantaClaus

Congratulations to Annette San Roman, who was recently promoted to Case Manager I! Annette has quickly become a strong asset to the Locate team, consistently showing excellent communication, reliability, and a willingness to take on challenging cases, including those involving