In this world of rapidly-changing technology and complex litigation, how does one know for sure what kind of expert to hire? For every problem to solve, there is an niche with experts willing to help. More often than not, a complicated case requires more than one expert. If you are not sure if you need… Read more »
Category: Forensic Document Examiner
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 sudden recognition of the word, forensic, and a long diatribe about loving CSI, Las Vegas. (My… Read more »
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 Notary could verify what appears to be a forgery. Evidently, it is a common misconception that besides… Read more »
The Expert Opinion – Part One
Handwriting Signature Analysis Without a doubt, the most misunderstood and sometimes daunting task of being a handwriting expert is explaining my opinion. Is Any Opinion Definitive? By its very definition, an opinion is subjective and not an absolute answer. It is only one person’s application of knowledge and experience combined with analytical skills to derive… Read more »