ForensicQDE

Do I Need a Document Examiner?

In this world of rapidly-changing technology and complex litigation, how does one know for sure what kind of expert to hire? For every… Continue reading

Hurry up and Wait

Being an expert witness has its ups and downs. One day you are packing carefully for an onsite examination  in Nairobi, the next day the proceedings have stalled and the thought of the cases you have turned down because… Continue reading

Forensic Foray to Kenya

I am very fortunate to have been trained by a very astute mentor, 33-year veteran in forensic document examining and good friend, Manny Gonzales. Together we have encountered a broad variety of cases ranging from deciphering a blood-soaked note or… Continue reading

FDE or QDE – What am I?

I do not keep track of the number of times I am asked what I do and I respond with the commonly accepted title of Forensic Document Examiner, only to be met with either a puzzled look or the… Continue reading

Don’t Rush the Document Examiner

It is Friday afternoon. I get a phone call; the voice on the other end is frantic. “I need to have some signatures authenticated. Can you do it by Monday?”

Give your Document Examiner time to work

Sorry to say, this is not an uncommon call at… Continue reading

Is My Notarized Document Genuine?

It is surprising how often clients ask this question, especially since the real estate controversy surrounding “robo-signing” of refinance documents.  A client brings a copy of what looks like an official document wondering how in the world a… Continue reading

The Typewriter Returns!

This report makes me glad I paid attention during the typewriter segment of my training in document examination.
Here’s the link http://bit.ly/zfOveG

What is a Handwriting Expert?

Los Angeles, San Diego Handwriting Expert

Have you ever tried using the internet to find someone who could determine if the handwriting on your document is authentic? What do you search for? The average person might type in “Handwriting Expert”.… Continue reading

Finding A Forensic Document Expert

Forensic Document Expert

Forensic Document Expert

You have found yourself in a situation where you need to consult with an expert. Your case requires the resolution of an issue  in order to proceed. Now the question is, how do you find the… Continue reading

Photocopies for Evidence – Beware

Forensic Document Examination

If you have ever contacted a forensic document examiner with an issue of authentication or a question about a possible change made to a document, one of the first questions she will ask is, “Do you have… Continue reading