Infidelity & Domestic Investigations · Empire Investigation
When Something Feels Wrong,
You Deserve to Know
Professional investigations for suspected infidelity, custody disputes, cohabitation fraud, and domestic uncertainty — delivered with absolute discretion.
Empire Investigation has handled sensitive domestic cases since 1982. We move carefully, document everything, and deliver the truth — without judgment, and without the information going anywhere it shouldn't.
Investigation Types
Domestic Investigation Services
Spouse & Partner Surveillance
Mobile surveillance, location documentation, and behavioral evidence — when explanations stop adding up and you need facts, not a feeling.
Child Custody Investigations
Document schedule violations, unsafe environments, and parenting conduct for family court proceedings. What you can prove matters.
Cohabitation & Alimony Verification
Confirm or refute shared residency claims that directly affect ongoing spousal support obligations — before the next payment clears.
Pre-Marital Investigations
Background intelligence on finances, prior relationships, and honesty — before a permanent commitment is made.
Divorce Asset Investigations
Locate hidden assets, undisclosed income, and financial concealment before settlement negotiations close.
Stalking & Harassment Documentation
Court-ready documentation of contact violations, protective order breaches, and pattern evidence for legal action.
Why People Call Us
The Moment You Decide That Knowing Is Better Than Not Knowing
“The explanations used to make sense. They don't anymore, and you've stopped asking.”
“Something has shifted — you can't point to one thing, but the evidence is everywhere you look.”
“You've started checking timestamps, receipts, small inconsistencies. Then feeling guilty about it.”
“You're not looking to start something. You need to know — so you can decide what comes next.”
“A legal proceeding is approaching and your attorney needs documented facts, not your word against theirs.”
“Your child is in an environment you have reason to doubt, and no one is giving you real answers.”
Our clients don't want drama. They want facts — so they can make clear-eyed decisions about their lives. Whatever the outcome, they leave with something they didn't have before: certainty.
How We Work
Our Investigation Process
Confidential Consultation
A direct conversation with a licensed investigator — no forms, no staff, no judgment. We listen, ask the right questions, and tell you honestly what an investigation can and cannot deliver in your specific situation.
Scope & Strategy
We define exactly what needs to be established, what evidence would accomplish your goal, and how the operation will run. Every case is scoped individually — never over-resourced, never underbuilt.
Investigation & Surveillance
Professional investigators conduct mobile surveillance, location intelligence, and stationary observation, documenting everything that is visible and legally obtainable — often across multiple days and environments.
Evidence Documentation
Timestamped photo and video, full activity logs, written investigative reports. Evidence packaged for personal use, attorney review, or court submission — whichever applies to your situation.
Delivery & Legal Coordination
Evidence delivered securely and privately. We coordinate directly with your legal team when proceedings require it, and can support depositions and hearings when investigators need to testify.
Full Scope
What Professional Investigators Can Actually Do
The reach of a licensed private investigation is significantly broader than most people understand. Here is an honest accounting of our capabilities — so you know exactly what to ask for, and what is possible.
Surveillance Operations
- Mobile vehicle surveillance across multiple routes, environments, and time periods
- Coordinated foot and vehicle surveillance teams in dense urban environments
- Pre-operation physical reconnaissance and ingress/egress mapping
- Restaurant, hotel, and residence monitoring with entry/exit documentation
- Overnight coverage for extended documentation needs
- Multi-day operations for behavioral pattern and cohabitation evidence
Documentation & Evidence
- Timestamped, geotagged photo and video documentation
- Full activity logs with minute-by-minute narrative
- Written investigative reports formatted for court submission
- Evidence packages structured for attorney and family court use
- Chain of custody documentation when legally required
- Metadata-preserved digital evidence files
Research & Intelligence
- Public records research — property, vehicles, addresses, financial filings
- Asset location through civil, property, and judgment records
- Background investigation covering financial, employment, and criminal history
- Witness identification and development
- GPS tracker detection if you suspect you are being tracked
- Social media and digital footprint analysis
Legal Coordination
- Direct coordination with divorce and family law attorneys
- Evidence preparation for custody, support, and divorce proceedings
- Investigator testimony support for depositions and hearings
- Coordination with forensic accountants on financial matters
- Law enforcement referral coordination for stalking and harassment cases
Case Study
A Table for Two — And the Truth We Found There
An 18-hour urban surveillance operation — restaurant coverage, mobile follow, and overnight hotel documentation.
The client already suspected the truth. What he needed was evidence he could hold in his hands. We delivered it.
Questions
Infidelity Investigation FAQs
Will my spouse know I hired a private investigator?
No. We operate with complete operational security. The subject is never made aware that an investigation is underway — this is a non-negotiable standard of how we work.
Is surveillance evidence admissible in court?
Yes. Properly documented investigation reports, photo, and video evidence are regularly used in Pennsylvania family court proceedings for divorce, custody, and support matters. We document with admissibility in mind from the first deployment.
What if the investigation finds nothing?
You still receive a definitive answer — and that answer has value. Some clients emerge from an investigation with their relationship intact, having resolved their doubts with documented fact. Clarity is the goal regardless of outcome.
How long does an investigation take?
It depends on the circumstances. Some cases resolve in a single operation. Others require multiple deployments over days or weeks. We scope every case after a direct consultation — never over-committing resources, never leaving questions unanswered.
Do you handle child custody investigations?
Yes. Custody investigations are among our most requested domestic services. We document schedule violations, environmental concerns, and parenting behavior in formats suitable for family court proceedings.
What can a private investigator legally do?
Licensed investigators can surveil subjects in any public or semi-public location, document activity that is visible and observable, conduct records research, and develop witness information — all in full compliance with Pennsylvania law. We operate within these boundaries without exception.
Confidential Inquiry
Speak Directly with an Investigator
Every inquiry is handled personally — by a licensed investigator, not a receptionist. We will tell you honestly what an investigation can deliver, what it will require, and what comes next. No pressure. No judgment.
All inquiries handled with complete discretion. Information shared with no one.
Why Choose Us
Why Empire Investigation
Over 40 years of investigative experience. Established in 1982. Domestic cases require a different kind of judgment — we have it.
A+ BBB rated. Licensed, bonded, and professionally recognized across Pennsylvania.
Featured nationally. USA Today, Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, WTAE-TV, WPXI, KDKA-TV, FOX 53.
City's Best Award. 2023, 2024, and 2025.
No judgment — ever. We have seen every situation. Our job is to get you facts. What you do with them is entirely your decision.