Case 01
Workers’ comp check
An adjuster needed activity documentation. Short surveillance windows produced time-stamped video for the claim file.
Fraud investigations Tampa
Fraud investigations for insurers, attorneys, and employers
Fraud drains budgets and credibility. Aftermath Investigations provides Tampa private investigator support for insurance companies, attorneys, and employers who need facts—not rumors—about suspicious claims, internal theft, and business deception.
Our role is to gather lawful evidence: background context, surveillance with time-stamped video, witness interviews when appropriate, and a written report your counsel can use.
Types of fraud
Types of fraud we investigate
- Insurance claim fraud, including staged accidents and exaggerated injuries
- Workers' compensation fraud when reported limitations do not match observed activity
- Employee theft of cash, inventory, data, or client funds
- Vendor and business fraud, including billing schemes and conflicts of interest
Once fraud is proven and money may be recoverable, our asset recovery team can help trace proceeds where the facts support it.
Process
How a fraud investigation works
We start with a case review: claim file, employment records, prior statements, and the questions your attorney or claims adjuster needs answered. Background research maps addresses, associates, and patterns. Surveillance captures activity in context with time stamps. When useful, we interview witnesses. Findings go into a clear written report.
For visual documentation needs, see our surveillance page. Identity and history questions often pair with background checks.
Evidence
Evidence that holds up
Useful evidence is obtained lawfully, labeled, and stored with a usable chain of custody. Our investigators can explain methods and observations in testimony when required. We do not trespass, illegally record audio in prohibited settings, or invent activity that was not observed.
Employers
For employers who suspect an employee
Avoid a public confrontation before you understand the facts. Preserve emails, POS logs, access records, and inventory counts. Limit internal discussion. A discreet investigation can confirm or clear a suspicion without tipping the subject early.
Insurers & counsel
For insurers and attorneys
Claim investigations often turn on a short, well-timed surveillance window and a report that matches the file questions. Turnaround depends on the subject’s schedule and location. We communicate progress so adjusters and counsel can decide next steps without waiting in the dark.
Pricing
What a fraud investigation costs
Insurance, workers’ compensation, and employee-theft files are billed by the hour. Standard investigation time starts at $100 per hour. Complex matters start at $150 per hour. When the assignment is surveillance, that schedule applies instead: $95 per hour per investigator with a 4-hour minimum, $375 for a half day, and $725 for a full day. Most investigations begin with a retainer of $500–$2,500, applied to billable services and expenses. See investigation rates.
Florida law
What is legal in Florida
Surveillance can document what is visible in public or from lawful vantage points. It cannot include illegal entry, prohibited audio recording, or harassment. We brief clients on boundaries before cameras go out so expectations stay realistic.
Reviewed by Martekei Plange, Florida Licensed private investigator
Coverage
Areas we serve
Aftermath Investigations works from our Orient Rd office in Tampa and handles cases across Hillsborough County and the wider Tampa Bay area.
Client review
What clients say
★★★★★"I had a great experience working with Aftermath Investigations. If you’re searching for reliable private investigators in Tampa, their team is professional, discreet, and highly skilled. They kept me informed throughout the process and delivered accurate results faster than I expected. Their attention to detail and commitment to confidentiality really stood out. I highly recommend Aftermath Investigations to anyone who needs trustworthy investigative services in Tampa."
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FAQ
Questions clients ask
Can a PI follow someone on a workers' comp claim?
Yes, when the assignment is lawful and the surveillance methods stay within Florida rules. We document activity with time-stamped video that can be reviewed by insurers, employers, and attorneys.
Will the video be accepted in court?
Courts care about relevance, authenticity, and how evidence was obtained. We use lawful methods, maintain chain-of-custody practices, and can testify about what we observed and recorded.
What types of fraud do you investigate?
Insurance claim fraud, staged or exaggerated injuries, workers' compensation abuse, employee theft, and vendor or internal business fraud are common assignments for our Tampa team.
How long does a fraud investigation take?
Some claim checks resolve in a short surveillance window. Complex business fraud with records and multiple subjects takes longer. We propose a scope after reviewing the file.
What should an employer do first?
Preserve documents, limit who knows about the suspicion, and call counsel or an investigator before confronting the employee. Early missteps can tip off a subject or spoil evidence.
Fraud investigations
Need facts on a suspicious claim?
Share the file summary. We will propose a lawful investigation plan.
We also coordinate with counsel on what not to do: do not tip the subject with a dramatic confrontation, do not seize devices without authority, and do not publish accusations on social media. A quiet, documented investigation protects the claim file and your credibility if the matter proceeds to a hearing or settlement discussion. When video and records tell the same story, decision-makers can act with confidence.