PI News Round-up - August 12, 2010

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August 12, 2010

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Database Information Leaked to Sex Offender
COLUMBUS, OH – When registered sex offenders move into an area, neighbors are supposed to be alerted and given the name and photo of the offender. However, sex offender Pearly Wilson claims that in his case, he was able to get detailed information about his neighbors from a prosecutor – including names and Social Security numbers.
	Read full article and comment	Source: Los Angeles Times, August 7, 2010

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Mel Gibson Hires PIs
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Actor Mel Gibson, accused very publicly in recent months of racist rants, domestic abuse and other unusual behaviors, is allegedly hiring PIs to investigate the witnesses in his case. Gibson is seeking custody and a separation from his partner, Oksana Grigorieva, who alleges the actor was abusive.
	Read full article and comment	Source: Hollywood News, August 10, 2010

PIs Affected by Law Changes in Canada
TORONTO, CANADA – A decision in a court case (State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co. v. Privacy Commissioner of Canada) as well as amendments to the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act may change the restrictions the Privacy Commissioner of Canada imposes on PIs. Currently, PIs can be hired to launch private investigations in cases where evidence of criminal activity or contract violation exists.
	Read full article and comment	Source: Law Times, August 9, 2010

Missing Person Still Sought
CHICAGO, IL – Luda and Roma Gimelfarb have been seeking their son, David, who went missing while traveling in Costa Rica a year ago. Rescue workers searched for David for months, but Luda and Roma Gimelfarb remain convinced that their son will be found.
	Read full article and comment	Source: Chicago Tribune, August 9, 2010

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