Business Details
48 Years
experience
Private Investigation Services in Concord, CA
Founded in 1978 by Philip J. Stuto, Investigative Consultants International has established itself as a premier private investigation firm with over four decades of expertise. Our founder's background in investigative techniques began in 1967 with Southern Pacific Transportation Company, where he mastered witness statements, surveillance, and specialized railroad case settlements. Since relocating to the San Francisco Bay Area and obtaining our Private Investigator's license, we've built a stellar reputation representing major manufacturers, insurance companies, and defense firms globally. Our team has conducted high-profile investigations for clients like Coca Cola, Cessna, and Amtrak, with particular specialization in aviation product liability cases.In 2007, leadership transitioned to Brandon I. August, a seasoned investigator with over 20 years of experience in both criminal and civil investigations. Our affiliations span all 50 states and 70 countries, supported by branch offices in California, Oregon, and Washington. We maintain memberships in prestigious professional organizations including the California Association of Licensed Investigators and the World Association of Detectives. Our technological capabilities include a secure 24/7 National Case Management System for real-time client access to case status and surveillance materials. This combination of experience, global reach, and technological innovation positions us as trusted leaders in the investigative services industry.
Services
Product Liability
Aviation Investigations
Workers Compensation
Background Checks
Surveillance Services
Corporate Investigations
International Cases
Case Management
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years of specialized investigative experience in complex cases
- Our team includes former law enforcement professionals with advanced criminology training
- We maintain nationwide affiliations and international investigation capabilities across 70 countries
- Our secure 24/7 case management system provides real-time client access
- We have handled investigations for Fortune 500 companies and high-profile aviation cases
Services
Product Liability
Our product liability investigations specialize in aviation, automotive, and industrial equipment cases. We document incidents, interview witnesses, and analyze evidence to determine liability for manufacturers and insurance companies. Our team has handled cases for major corporations like Cessna and BIC.
Aviation Investigations
We conduct detailed aviation incident investigations including crash site documentation and witness interviews. Our firm has worked on high-profile cases involving Lynyrd Skynyrd, John Denver, and Jessica Dubroff. We provide expert analysis for manufacturers and insurance providers.
Workers Compensation
Our workers' compensation services include AOE/COE determinations and surveillance operations. We help clients verify claims validity through discreet monitoring and evidence collection while maintaining legal compliance throughout the process.
Background Checks
We perform comprehensive background investigations including criminal record checks, employment verification, and asset discovery. Our services support corporate clients and legal firms needing accurate information for due diligence purposes.
Surveillance Services
Our surveillance operations use advanced equipment for discreet monitoring in workers' compensation and liability cases. Certified investigators conduct both short-term and long-term surveillance while maintaining strict chain-of-custody protocols for evidentiary purposes.
People
Brandon I. August
President / Lead Investigator
President since 2007 with 20+ years of investigative experience. Former Bay Area police officer and Sacramento County Public Defender intern. Holds BS in Criminal Justice with graduate studies in Criminology and Public Administration.
Craig R. Riesterer
Vice President of Operations
Operations VP with expertise in video surveillance and field investigations. Has managed surveillance department since 1994. Handles complex cases including aviation product liability and witness interviews with technical precision.
Michael Black
Lead Investigator
Pacific Northwest regional lead with 20+ years in civil and criminal investigations. Former law enforcement professional providing comprehensive investigative solutions for corporate clients and legal firms across multiple jurisdictions.
Julia Butler
Office Manager
BA in Sociology with certification in Library & Information Technology. Manages case files, accounts receivable, and media processing while conducting skiptracing and background investigations with digital expertise.
Questions
What types of investigations do you specialize in?
We specialize in product liability, aviation incidents, workers' compensation surveillance, background checks, and corporate investigations for legal firms and insurance companies.
Do you handle international cases?
Yes, we have affiliations with investigators in 70+ countries while maintaining our core operations in California, Oregon, and Washington.
How can clients access case information?
Clients access our secure National Case Management System 24/7 for real-time updates, final reports, and surveillance video highlights.
What experience do your investigators have?
Our team includes former law enforcement officers, public defenders, and certified professionals with decades of combined experience in civil and criminal investigations.
How do you handle complex aviation cases?
We apply specialized investigative techniques developed through handling high-profile aviation incidents, including scene documentation and expert witness interviews.
