Corporate Investigation Services
Corporate Investigation Services in New York
Employee theft, internal fraud, workplace misconduct, and corporate due diligence require professional investigation — not assumptions. PI NY Group's retired NYPD investigators deliver documented, legally sound evidence that protects your business and supports decisive action.
What Corporate Theft and Fraud Actually Costs New York Businesses
The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners estimates that organizations lose approximately 5% of annual revenues to fraud each year. For a New York business generating $2 million annually, that's $100,000 walking out the door — often through trusted employees. Employee theft, internal fraud, and workplace misconduct are among the most underreported and underinvestigated problems facing businesses of all sizes.
The Problem With Handling It Internally
Most businesses attempt to investigate internal theft or misconduct using HR staff or managers — people with no investigative training, no access to professional tools, and no experience building legally defensible documentation. The result is almost always the same: confrontations that tip off the subject, evidence that gets destroyed, and legal exposure for the company when the process isn't followed correctly.
Why Professional Investigation Changes the Outcome
A professional corporate investigation conducted by retired NYPD investigators produces documented evidence that withstands legal scrutiny, protects the company from wrongful termination claims, and gives HR and legal teams the foundation they need to act decisively. We identify what happened, who was responsible, and how — so you can act with confidence.
What We Investigate
Corporate Investigation Services
Employee Theft Investigations
Internal theft — cash, inventory, equipment, intellectual property, or client data — requires professional investigation to document the who, what, and how before action is taken. We conduct covert surveillance, background research, and evidence documentation that gives HR and legal teams the foundation for termination, civil action, or criminal referral.
Internal Fraud Investigations
Financial fraud, expense manipulation, vendor kickbacks, and unauthorized transactions require experienced investigators who understand both investigative technique and financial documentation. We work with your finance and legal teams to identify the scope of fraud and document evidence to support recovery and prosecution.
Workers' Compensation Fraud
Employees collecting workers' compensation benefits while working elsewhere or engaging in physical activities inconsistent with their claimed injuries cost New York businesses millions annually. We conduct surveillance and activity documentation that directly contradicts fraudulent claims — producing court-ready video evidence for insurance carriers and defense attorneys.
Workplace Misconduct Investigations
Sexual harassment, hostile work environment, policy violations, and employee misconduct require documented investigation before disciplinary action. We conduct discreet interviews, gather documentation, and produce written reports that protect companies from wrongful termination claims and support HR decisions.
Corporate Due Diligence
Before entering a partnership, acquisition, or significant contract, knowing the background of the other party is not optional — it's risk management. We research business entities, key principals, litigation history, financial judgments, and regulatory actions to give you the full picture before you sign.
Intellectual Property & Confidentiality Investigations
Unauthorized disclosure of trade secrets, client lists, or proprietary information — whether to a competitor or a departing employee — can be investigated, documented, and used as the basis for civil action. We identify what was disclosed, how, and by whom.
5%
Average revenue lost to internal fraud annually
75%
Of fraud committed by employees with no prior record
18mo
Median time fraud goes undetected without investigation
$1.5M
Median loss in cases involving senior management
Our Process
How We Conduct a Corporate Investigation
Corporate investigations require a methodical approach that protects the integrity of the evidence and the legal position of the company. Here's how we work:
Confidential Consultation
We meet with ownership, HR, or legal counsel to understand the situation, assess the scope, and determine the appropriate investigative approach.
Investigation Design
We develop a plan that identifies targets, methods, and documentation standards — ensuring everything we do is legally defensible from the start.
Covert Investigation
Surveillance, background research, field investigation, and evidence collection — all conducted without alerting subjects or disrupting normal business operations.
Evidence Documentation
All findings are documented with chain-of-custody records, timestamped media, and written reports formatted for HR, legal, and court use.
Report & Consultation
We deliver a complete report and consult with your team on findings, implications, and recommended next steps.
Every corporate investigation is conducted with complete confidentiality — protecting your business, your employees, and your legal position.
Request a Confidential ConsultationWho We Work With
We serve businesses of all sizes across New York — from small family operations to large corporations.
Small & Mid-Size Businesses
Owner-operated businesses and mid-size companies where internal theft or fraud has a direct impact on operations and profitability.
Construction & Contracting
Workers' comp fraud, equipment theft, and subcontractor misconduct are endemic in construction. We document it.
Healthcare & Professional Services
Billing fraud, confidentiality violations, and employee misconduct in regulated industries require documented investigation before action.
Financial & Corporate Firms
Internal fraud, unauthorized disclosure, and employee background issues in financial services environments.
Frequently Asked Questions — Corporate Investigations
Investigators With Real Corporate and Law Enforcement Experience
Felix Clase spent years managing security at JFK International Airport — one of the largest and most complex corporate security environments in the world. Cesar Malde supervised NYPD Internal Affairs — an environment where investigating misconduct within an organization, building airtight evidence, and maintaining confidentiality are not optional. Both bring that experience directly to corporate investigations.
When you bring a corporate case to PI NY Group, you get investigators who have handled internal misconduct cases, fraud investigations, and surveillance operations at a professional level that most private investigation firms cannot match.
- Felix Clase — Former JFK Airport Security Manager
- Cesar Malde — Former NYPD Internal Affairs Supervisor
- Licensed & Insured — New York State
- Court-ready documentation standard
Protect Your Business Before the Damage Gets Worse.
Free confidential consultation. Fast response. Retired NYPD investigators with real corporate experience.
Available 24/7 · Licensed & Insured · All of New York State