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Forensic Investigation Following a Suspicious Fire
When fires or explosions occur, forensic investigators play a crucial role in determining their cause. Our team gathers evidence by analyzing the scene and interviewing key stakeholders. Through knowledge and years of experience, our expert investigators can pinpoint the most likely cause, often without needing complex laboratory tests. However, when something unusual points to a potentially suspicious fire, the investigation becomes more complex.
Unveiling the Truth: Water Loss Investigation in Fraudulent Insurance Claims
Did you know that water damage claims are now more frequent than fire-related claims? The same trend applies to fraudulent claims. Hidden information, negligence, half-truths, or lies: some ill-intentioned individuals, or those fearing denial of compensation after water damage, sometimes fabricate stories when filing a claim. Through efficient technical expertise and scientific analysis applied to every claim, our experts can help to separate truth from falsehoods. In this technical article, our forensic engineers provide examples of cases where investigative work has successfully revealed the truth.
Motor Vehicle Data – The Importance and Use of the Data
In part three of our series on motor vehicle data, our expert concludes by emphasizing the significance of vehicle data in understanding motor vehicle accidents. From aiding repair facilities in diagnosing vehicle issues to assisting forensic engineers in reconstructing collisions, this data plays a crucial role in understanding vehicle dynamics, driver behavior, and liability assessment.
Motor Vehicle Data – Ownership and Accessibility
Part two of our series on motor vehicle data explores the ownership and accessibility of information stored within modern vehicles. Motor vehicle data can be categorized into vehicle-specific and person-specific data. While vehicle-specific data is generally collected during investigations, person-specific data, captured by infotainment systems, raises privacy concerns. Legal precedents in Canada highlight the acceptance of data in courts, emphasizing lawful acquisition and owner authorization.
Motor Vehicle Data – The Data
In Part One of our series on motor vehicle data, we uncover the wealth of information stored in today's vehicles, from diagnostic trouble codes to collision event recordings. Our expert explores the intricacies of this data by delving into its role in diagnosing vehicle issues, verifying events, and enhancing safety through technologies like Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and telematics.
Women in Engineering – Spotlight on CEP’s Female Experts
Want to know more about the humans behind the expertise? To mark International Women in Engineering Day on June 23, our female experts are taking centre stage this week! At CEP Forensic, we want to celebrate the contribution of our teams in all their diversity! Our female engineers and investigators are already well known by their colleagues and clients for their professionalism and thoroughness.
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