Business Details
Private Investigation and Claim Services in Brea, CA
Founded by Patrick Goodrich, our agency brings decades of expertise in private investigation and claim services. With over 30 years of experience in complex case management, surveillance, and fraud detection, we serve clients nationally and internationally. Our team holds credentials from the International Claim Association and maintains affiliations with leading professional organizations, including the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners. We specialize in high-liability claims, asset checks, and discreet investigations, delivering actionable insights through advanced methodologies.Our commitment to integrity, competitive rates, and high-quality work product ensures clients receive reliable solutions tailored to their needs. Backed by a proven track record in insurance, litigation support, and corporate investigations, we prioritize client satisfaction through transparent communication and evidence-based reporting.
Services
Surveillance
Background Investigations
Asset Checks
Record Retrieval
SIU Support
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in private investigation and insurance claims.
- Our team holds credentials from the International Claim Association (ICA).
- We provide discreet, high-quality surveillance and fraud detection services.
- Our investigators are licensed, insured, and affiliated with top industry organizations.
- We deliver tailored solutions for complex domestic and international cases.
Services
Surveillance
Our surveillance services utilize state-of-the-art equipment for discreet, high-quality video documentation in urban and rural settings. Experienced investigators capture objective evidence to verify claims or activities, with secure online delivery and detailed reports. Ideal for insurance claims, litigation support, or personal investigations.
Background Investigations
Custom background checks uncover residential, financial, employment, and legal histories to verify credibility or detect misrepresentations. Services include pre-employment screening, fraud detection, and reputational assessments, ensuring accurate, FCRA-compliant results for corporate or personal needs.
Asset Checks
We locate bank accounts, real estate, vehicles, and intellectual property to assess net worth or support litigation decisions. Fast turnaround and competitive rates ensure clients receive actionable financial insights, including low-cost 'no hit' guarantees for unsuccessful searches.
Record Retrieval
Our investigators retrieve public and private records, including medical, employment, and legal documents, with expert analysis and highlighted key details. Competitive rates and rapid turnaround make this service ideal for large-scale litigation or insurance case management.
SIU Support
Specialized anti-fraud services for insurance industries include death, disability, and complex fraud investigations. We provide evidentiary reports, surveillance, and witness interviews tailored for law enforcement referral or litigation, leveraging decades of SIU program expertise.
People
Patrick Goodrich
Owner/Investigator
With over 30 years in claims management and private investigation, Patrick Goodrich leads his agency with expertise in fraud detection, surveillance, and complex case resolution. A licensed investigator and ICA-certified professional, he has presented nationally on anti-fraud strategies.
Questions
What services does Patrick Goodrich Investigations offer?
We specialize in surveillance, background checks, asset tracing, record retrieval, and SIU support for insurance fraud and complex claims.
Are your investigators licensed and insured?
Yes, we are a licensed private investigation agency (License No. PI. 8840) with full insurance coverage and professional affiliations.
Do you handle international cases?
Yes, our expertise extends to domestic and foreign investigations, including fraud detection and claims verification across borders.
How quickly can you complete an asset check?
Most asset checks have prompt turnaround, with low-cost 'no hit' guarantees for unsuccessful searches.
Can you assist with pre-employment background screenings?
Yes, we offer FCRA-compliant background investigations for employment, including financial and reputational history checks.
