Is surveillance legal?

Surveillance is legal in the State of Texas when conducted by a Licensed State of Texas Private Investigator who conducts the surveillance from a position where he has a legal right to be.

How is a surveillance case documented?

The client will receive a detailed report with photographs, along with a video, which is court ready should the case be litigated.

How much does surveillance cost?

Every surveillance case is unique to itself, in which the investigation is tailored to determine answers to the client’s questions. In the Houston area, cost varies from $85 to $120 per hour. The cost is affected by geographic locations, time the surveillance takes place, and the number of Investigators involved.

How long does surveillance last?

Surveillances are tailored to the client’s needs and budget. A cheating spouse, or custody case usually has at least 3 days of surveillance. There is no standard norm, a case can last anywhere from one week to one month.

Are Investigators able to obtain video inside restaurants, bars, gyms, and retail establishments?

Houston Professional Investigators have special equipment which will allow them to obtain covert video at all these locations.

Who will know about the surveillance?

The confidential report is only provided to the client and his attorney if there is an attorney involved.

Do Investigators testify in court?

All of our Surveillance Investigators have court experience in testifying about their surveillance efforts as detailed in their confidential report.

Can I tape record a conversation without my girlfriend or spouse knowing?

The State of Texas only allows a conversation to be tape recorded if one party or more is aware that the conversation is being taped.

Can I place a tracker on my spouse or girlfriend’s car?

There is a State Statute that allows an individual or company to place a tracker on a vehicle for monitoring by a State Licensed Investigator. This can be accomplished if the specifics of the case meet the Statute’s requirements.

The Too Hurt To Work Inquiry

Published on August 14, 2024 07-2024,Insurance Fraud,Surveillance Cases

Updated: Aug 14, 2024 @ 2:12 am

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Our firm was hired by a Civil Defense firm to surveil a 68 year old female who claimed that as a result of her injuries, she could no longer work because her physical ability to walk and move was severely limited.

Gradoni & Associates Investigates

The female lived in a rural area outside of Houston and was captured on film by Investigator Hodge, cutting the grass on a large field using a riding lawn mower.

After taking a break she returned outside to do some clean up raking, filling trash bags and dragging them to the street for pickup. I’m sure she will have some tough questions to answer during her deposition.

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Gradoni & Associates has held firm as a licensed as a Texas private detective agency in good standing since the late 1980s. Whether you need support for a legal matter or suspect insurance fraud, we’ll take a thorough look at your case. For more information, give us a call!

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