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Authentication of Signature by Using a Forensic Document Examiner
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...
Identifying False Passports Using a Document Examiner
In an increasingly globalized world, it is more important than ever to identify falsified passports. Document examiners, particularly employees of Homeland Security that serve to protect points of entry at our borders, use a variety of overt and covert security...
Some of the Various Roles of a Notary Public
The term notary public has its roots in medieval England when traveling merchants would seek the services of men and women who could verify the legitimacy of contracts. Fast forward to modern times, and we find that notaries still play an essential role in verifying...
Identifying Forged Artist Signatures
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...
Document Expert Testimony-Who Qualifies as an Expert?
Document Expert Testimony-Who Qualifies as an Expert? Approximately 95% of pending lawsuits will settle before trial. However, roughly 40 million lawsuits are filed in the U.S. each year. Even if only 5% reach a courtroom, about 2 million cases will go to trial...
When to Hire a Handwriting Expert
A handwriting expert is a professional relied upon to determine if a particular individual wrote something, most often, a signature. They have received extensive training, education, and, if qualified, earn a certification in forensic document examination. Read on...
Forged Signatures; a common occurrence
Forensic Document Examiners are retained for their expertise in many areas. However, signature comparisons are requested more often than other types of analysis. As you can imagine, signature forgeries are very common, causing tremendous financial losses. What is...
Falsifying Documents As Part of a Bigger Scheme
Falsifying documents can lead to serious legal charges. Forging documents with the intention to defraud an organization or individual is often classified as a white-collar crime. This type of crime covers a wide spectrum of activities and is often charged as a...
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James A. Green,
Forensic Document Examiner
2456 Suncrest Ave,
Eugene, OR 97405
