by James A. Green | Sep 18, 2024 | Forgeries
Handwriting is unique to each individual, which is a fundamental principle of forensic handwriting comparisons. For this reason, even the most skillful forgeries often leave behind telltale signs that a trained Forensic Document Examiner can detect. The ability to...
by James A. Green | Aug 30, 2024 | Forgeries
Forged signatures are one of the most common forms of fraud and can result in significant financial losses. Forensic Document Examiners are frequently called upon to provide expert analysis in cases involving signature comparisons. What is Signature Forgery? Signature...
by James A. Green | Aug 21, 2023 | Forgeries
In today’s advanced world, check fraud goes beyond simply forging a signature. One common type of check fraud is check washing, which involves chemically deleting a check’s details, then replacing the information. The original dollar amount of the check...
by James A. Green | Jan 20, 2023 | Forgeries
When it comes to small estates, the importance of properly executed paperwork cannot be overstated. A small estate affidavit is a legal document used to transfer assets from an estate to its beneficiaries. Occasionally, disputes arise over the ownership of property or...
by James A. Green | Dec 17, 2022 | Forgeries
When someone signs a document, it may be essential to confirm the authentication of the signature. This is often an issue in legal proceedings. Establishing the validity of a signature or other writing is a common request of a professional document examiner. Through...
by James A. Green | Sep 20, 2022 | Forgeries
Artist signatures are often forged to increase the worth of artwork. This can include paintings, sculptures, and even designs like a wine bottle designed by Andy Warhol. Online art auctions have increased in popularity, making it easier for people to forge...
