MEDIA CLIPS
Pretext Services has been involved
in many well known cases covered by local and national media.
The headlines listed involve cases where Pretext Services provided
essential information which contributed to the successful outcome
of settlements and trials for our clients.
Win at all costs
Pittsburgh Post Gazette - By Bill Moushey, November, 1998
This award-winning writer has featured several PRETEXT Investigations,
detailing how out-of-control federal agents and prosecutors have
pursued justice "at all cost".
Pilot details Escobar link to
S. Florida drug smuggling
Sun Sentinel - By Warren Richey, December 2, 1994
Takes an inside look at one of the largest drug networks in the
world, responsible for bringing an estimated 27.5 tons of cocaine
into South Florida.
Union Racketeering Trial 1: Guilty
Sun Sentinel - By Larry Lebowitz
PRETEXT aids defense counsel in the successful acquittal of defendant
through the preparation of witness biographies for cross-examination
in a twenty five year historical conspiracy case.
Der deutsche James Bond: Opfer
sagen, Rattenkonig
Wochenede - By Von Christine Hinkofer, March 20-21, 1999
PRETEXT documented the crimes, travel and misconduct of foreign
and US agents managing high level informant in 5 countries. The
evidence lead to the acquittal of several of PRETEXT clients,
and to guilty plea by the informant to fraud and perjury. Following
the acquittal PRETEXT working closely with Congressional Representatives
helped redefine the use of foreign informants.
$83 million in gems valued at
$6 million
The Palm Beach Post - By Mary McLachlin, February, 2000
The staff of PRETEXT is the first to discover clients former husband
had secreted $20 million in assets. The trail of evidence is used
to overturn clients Divorce settlement based on fraud. Business
victims continuing the investigation, to gather evidence for the
prosecution.
BANCO LATINO: Execs engaged in
massive fraud
The Miami Herald - By Jane Bussey, June 20, 1995
PRETEXT staff investigates the collapse of the Government-owned
Venezuela Banking System. Millions are recovered.
Dossier ultima ultima hora
EXTRADITO - BS.5., 1996
After facing life in prison, a former commander of the Bolivian
Military Academy and Bolivian Drug Czar, gains his freedom as
PRETEXT exposes a trail of lies by informants, agents and prosecutors.
AERO MEXICO investigates $52 million
in financial irregularities
REUTER - November 16, 1994
PRETEXT searches for former AERO MEXICO executive accused of misappropriating
an international loan. His locating, and negotiations bring about
a resolution for the Nationally Owned airline, which remains solvent.
Geraldo to tackle Larzeleres' story of murder, money
The Orlando Sentinel - By Pat LaMee. January 12, 1994
Investigator goes public concerning the innocence of Virginia
Larzelere, convicted of the day time murder of dentist, husband
Norman Larzelere. Public awareness, provides additional evidence
and proof of innocence, as well as the identity of the guilty.
Roger Dean gives estranged wife a deal - $15 million
The Palm Beach Post - By Val Ellicot, January 9, 1993
Domestic investigation uncovers the real story and results in
a divorce settlement 5 times greater than the former husband's
offer.
A drug-dealing cross and double-cross, U.S. says hired informant
smuggled on the side
Houston Chronicle - By Bob Sablatura, November 8, 1992
PRETEXT founder develops evidence resulting in the indictment
of federal agents and co-conspirators in a major drug trafficking
organization responsible for smuggling more than 50 tons of cocaine.
"We were DHL of cocaine"
The Wall Street Journal - By William Carley, November,
1992
One of the most interesting cases in PRETEXT history, providing
the reader insight into the short comings of US and international
Drug Enforcement activities. A single witness make a major difference
in the prosecution of individuals.
Murder
suspect acquitted as "lies" sink high seas testimony
The Palm Beach Post - By Peter Whoriskey, February 7, 1989
While the FBI claimed the decedent's body was nowhere to be found,
PRETEXT establishes the real identity of the deceased, refuting
agent testimony as to the victims identity, activities and resulting
in the acquittal of the defendant.
U.S. asks to drop drug case Conviction would not add to sentence
The Palm Beach Post - By Val Ellicot, August 18, 1992
Judge to rule on hearsay in Larzelere trial P.I. report:
Underworld tied to death
Sun News / Deland. FL - By John M. DeMarco, February 3,
1992
Dietary aid has been banned,
but users continue to suffer
The Richmond News Leader - By Anna Barron Billingsley,
September 23, 1991
PRETEXT assists defense investigation to develop evidence mitigating
millions of dollars in damage claims.
Slander suit back in court Hospital ruined life, fired worker
says
The Palm Beach Post - By Val Ellicot, November 26, 1989
Murder suspect acquitted as "lies" sink high seas testimony
The Palm Beach Post - By Peter Whoriskey, February 7, 1989
Be prepared for a good fight when taking a claim to court
Dallas Times Herald / Opinion - By Jim Schutze, July 30,
1987
The investigative efforts of PRETEXT revealed witnesses and fact
evidence considered in the evaluation of damages, bringing savings
in excess of $50 million to the insured.
Ex-Customs officers indicted in smuggling
Miami Herald - June 27, 1987
On behalf of defendants seeking post-conviction relief, the PRETEXT
team uncovered a pattern of corruption that resulted in the conviction
of federal agents.
Boiler room bust nets 43
Sun Sentinel - By Ted Cilwick, May 1, 1987
Damage Control -- After 137 people died in its Texas crash,
Delta helped families but when some sued, it investigated the
dead; a life reduced to dollars
The wall Street Journal - By Ed Bean, November 7, 1986
The PRETEXT team discretely and respectfully developed relevant
facts to amenably resolve major claims by victim's family.
"Just Like a Quake" Six hurt in hotel ceiling collapse
The Boston Herald - By Joe Battenfield, August 26, 1986
Plaintiff damage claims initially exceeded $20 million. As a result
of the PRETEXT investigation, plaintiff witnesses -- tell the
truth, reducing the damages claimed to a fraction, below six figures,
proving comprehensive background investigation can reveal lifestyle
and character evidence to refute plaintiff counsel's exaggerated
claims.
Putting lifestyle on trial -- Delta: Lawsuits force probe
of private lives
Dallas Times Herald - By Robert M. Feinstein, July 28,
1985
It is a common misconception that an investigator's sole purpose
is to dig into the private lives of claimants. However, the experienced
staff at PRETEXT has the unique skill to adapt to a situation
and provide counsel the evidence to resolve any claim amicably.
Firm cleared of liability in air crash -- Jury: Boca Aviation
was not negligent
Boca Raton News - By Jeff Stanfield, December 1, 1982
The PRETEXT investigation caused concern to plaintiff counsel
as to the damage claims and original representations of plaintiff
witnesses. Plaintiff and Defense counsel elected to bifurcate
the trial, which lead to favorable defense verdict on liability,
when plaintiff witnesses were impeached by the private investigative
discoveries.
Fatal airplane owner had faced cocaine charge
Miami Herald - By Ron Rshoy, February 23, 1981
Plaintiffs claimed that the loss of the corporate president resulted
in millions of dollars in corporate and business losses, thereby
depreciating the estate value. The PRETEXT investigation revealed
that the surviving chief executive officer diverted corporate
business and assets to his new entity, depreciating the decedents
net worth
Planes hit over airport; six die Mid-air collision kills
six
Fort Lauderdale News - Associated Press, February 4, 1981
"Suit services invalid, judge says in $ 10 million libel
suit."
Palm Beach Times, August 29, 1977
Faced with a $500 million lawsuit, the defense team consulted
PRETEXT to assist in defending the character of one of the world's
richest men. The private investigation set for evidence refuting
the claims by plaintiff, mitigating damages to the favor of the
defense.
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