Investigative Strategies

Is the Percentage of Successful Serves in Process Serving Important?

Updated: December 21, 2025 Many process serving companies advertise a high “success rate” as proof of quality. While this number may sound reassuring, it is often a misleading metric and rarely reflects whether service was performed correctly under court rules. Courts do not evaluate service based on percentages. They evaluate

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Fake Process Server Calls: How to Know If It Is Legitimate?

Fake Process Server Calls: How to Know If It Is Legitimate?

Fake process server calls are a growing problem across Maryland, Washington DC, and Virginia. Scammers impersonate process servers to pressure individuals into paying fraudulent fees, disclosing personal information, or responding to nonexistent lawsuits. A legitimate process server will never threaten you, demand money, or refuse to verify who they are.

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How to Serve Papers to Someone You Can't Find

How to Serve Papers to Someone You Can’t Find

Trying to serve legal papers to someone who doesn’t want to be found can feel impossible. Whether the person moved, is intentionally avoiding service, or provided false contact information, the responsibility still falls on you to complete proper service. Courts require proof that you’ve made every reasonable effort to locate

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asset investigation

Asset Investigation – What You Need to Know Before Engaging

Asset investigation is a critical process to uncover and verify an individual’s or company’s financial status, property holdings, and other valuable assets.  Whether you’re involved in a legal dispute, considering a significant business transaction, or simply conducting due diligence, understanding the ins and outs of asset checking is crucial.  We

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Skip tracing

What is Skip Tracing and Why Is It Important in Process Serving?

Without skip tracing, the job of a process server can be significantly complicated. Individuals who deliberately avoid receiving legal documents pose a challenge, making skip tracing an invaluable tool in such situations—especially for professionals conducting skip tracing in Maryland and beyond. It is the art of locating “difficult-to-find” individuals, often

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Private Investigators in Legal Disputes: What You Need To Know

The Critical Role of Private Investigators in Legal Disputes Understanding how Private Investigators in Legal Disputes can be game-changers is essential for anyone involved in complex legal battles. These professionals bring a unique set of skills and resources that can significantly impact the outcome of a case. In this article,

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