Business Details
21 Years
experience
Emergency
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Trusted Private Investigative Services in Sterling Heights
Advantage Investigations and Research has been a trusted provider of professional private investigative services since 2005. Our team comprises highly skilled veteran investigators with extensive backgrounds in law enforcement, military, and federal investigations, equipped with cutting-edge surveillance technology. As a US Veteran-owned and owner-operated agency, we prioritize personalized service, rapid turnaround, and adherence to legal and ethical standards. Our expertise spans insurance defense, corporate investigations, legal support, and private client services, serving clients across Michigan and beyond.We maintain active membership in the Michigan Council of Professional Investigators and invest in continuous innovation, including proprietary stationary camera systems and nationwide GPS tracking solutions. With 24/7 availability and a commitment to first-time accuracy, we deliver actionable evidence tailored to each client's unique needs while maintaining strict confidentiality.
Services
Insurance Defense Investigations
Legal Evidence Collection
Corporate Threat Mitigation
Infidelity Surveillance
Child Custody Investigations
Stationary Surveillance Cameras
GPS Tracking Services
Employee Theft Investigations
Social Media Monitoring
Drone Surveillance
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- Owner-operated agency ensuring direct access to experienced leadership
- Investigators with law enforcement, military, and federal investigative backgrounds
- Proprietary stationary camera systems with 2-week continuous operation capability
- 24/7 emergency investigation services for urgent needs
- Nationwide GPS tracking with court-tested confidentiality protections
Services
Insurance Defense Investigations
Specialized insurance fraud detection services covering bodily injury claims, personal injury protection, workers' compensation, and property casualty cases. Our investigators employ surveillance, social media analysis, and witness interviews to uncover fraudulent activities while maintaining strict compliance with Michigan's complex no-fault laws. We provide documented evidence and recorded statements that meet court admissibility standards.
Stationary Surveillance Cameras
Custom-engineered stationary camera systems designed for extended deployment in challenging environments. Our proprietary equipment offers 1080p HD recording with 2-week continuous operation capability, discreet integration into various settings, and live streaming functionality. Ideal for monitoring personal injury claims, cohabitation disputes, and long-term corporate security requirements across both urban and rural locations.
GPS Tracking Services
Nationwide GPS tracking solutions featuring proprietary TrackMI devices with 5-second to 24-hour update intervals. Our magnetic and OBDII trackers offer up to 8 weeks of real-time monitoring on a single charge, geofencing capabilities, and secure cloud-based reporting. All tracking operations maintain full investigative privilege protection under the PI/Client confidentiality framework established in People v Artis White.
Corporate Investigations
Comprehensive corporate risk mitigation services addressing employee theft, non-compete violations, and workplace violence threats. Our team conducts internal investigations, FMLA abuse monitoring, and high-risk termination security with strict confidentiality. We provide documented evidence packages and threat assessment reports to protect business interests while maintaining compliance with employment regulations.
Legal Evidence Collection
Court-admissible evidence gathering for legal proceedings including medical malpractice cases, child custody disputes, and civil litigation. Our services combine manned surveillance, process serving with video documentation, and social media preservation to create defensible evidence packages. All procedures follow strict chain-of-custody protocols to ensure admissibility in Michigan courts and federal jurisdictions.
Questions
What types of cases do you handle?
We handle insurance defense investigations, corporate security matters, legal evidence collection, infidelity cases, child custody disputes, and GPS tracking operations across Michigan and nationally.
Are your investigators licensed and insured?
Yes, we are a licensed and insured Michigan private investigation agency with veteran investigators holding active credentials through the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.
Can you provide evidence admissible in court?
Our investigators document all cases using court-approved methods, including video recording, witness statements, and chain-of-custody protocols to ensure evidence admissibility in legal proceedings.
Do you offer 24/7 emergency services?
Yes, we maintain 24/7 availability for urgent investigations with immediate deployment capabilities for time-sensitive cases across our service areas.
What makes your GPS tracking unique?
Our TrackMI GPS devices offer 4G connectivity, customizable update intervals, and legal protections under PI/Client privilege, with devices engineered for extended battery life and discreet placement.
How do you ensure investigation confidentiality?
As licensed private investigators, we maintain full confidentiality through PI/Client privilege protections tested in court cases like People v Artis White.
