Business Details
15 Years
experience
Professional Private Investigation Services in Colorado
HDS & Associates is a professional investigation and security consulting firm dedicated to delivering objective, thorough, and accurate investigative services. With over 38 years of combined law enforcement and private sector experience, our team specializes in insurance investigations, background screenings, corporate security, and criminal defense support. We prioritize client collaboration, ensuring clear understanding of needs before initiating investigations to avoid wasted resources. Our security consulting services focus on reducing business risks through loss prevention strategies and policy assessments.As a licensed and bonded Colorado firm, we maintain strict confidentiality and professionalism in all matters. Our founder, Hal Shucard, brings extensive expertise from his 17-year law enforcement career and roles with the Colorado Attorney General's Office. We serve clients nationwide while maintaining membership in ASIS International, a global security organization. Our approach combines technical expertise with traditional investigative methods to deliver actionable intelligence and security solutions tailored to each client's unique requirements.
Services
Insurance Investigations
Background Checks
Corporate Investigations
Criminal Defense Support
Security Consulting
Surveillance Services
Loss Prevention
Witness Location
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer 38+ years of combined law enforcement and private sector experience
- Our team includes certified investigators with specialized expertise
- We provide customized security assessments and loss prevention strategies
- Our founder holds a Master of Applied Science in Security Management
- We maintain strict confidentiality in all investigative matters
Associations and certifications
- ASIS International
What people say
Very professional
Highly recommend
Prompt service
Excellent communication
Among the best
Services
Insurance Investigations
We conduct discreet insurance fraud investigations including surveillance, EUO assistance, and file reviews. Our team helps insurers make informed decisions while maintaining professional standards. Services include workers' compensation fraud detection and pre-insurance condition verification.
Background Checks
Our comprehensive background screening services include pre-employment checks, tenant verifications, and witness location. We provide accurate, timely reports to help businesses make informed hiring decisions and mitigate risks.
Corporate Investigations
We investigate workplace theft, policy violations, and harassment claims while providing loss prevention strategies. Our team develops customized security solutions and risk assessment protocols to protect business assets and reduce liabilities.
Criminal Defense Support
We assist attorneys with witness interviews, case assessments, and evidence gathering. Our team's COCCA and Grand Jury experience helps legal professionals build stronger defense cases through factual investigation.
Security Consulting
Our security consulting services include threat assessments, policy development, and loss prevention programs. We help businesses implement effective security measures that protect assets while improving operational efficiency.
People
Hal Shucard
Founder and President
38+ year law enforcement and security professional with experience in SWAT, financial fraud investigations, and corporate security management. Holds Master of Applied Science in Security Management from University of Denver.
Questions
What types of investigations do you specialize in?
We specialize in insurance fraud, background checks, corporate investigations, criminal defense support, and workplace loss prevention.
Are your investigators licensed and insured?
Yes, we are a licensed Colorado private investigation firm with proper bonding and insurance coverage.
How do you ensure investigation quality?
Our founder's law enforcement background and team's combined 38+ years of experience ensure thorough, professional results.
Can you handle corporate security needs?
Yes, we provide security assessments, policy reviews, and loss prevention strategies for businesses.
Do you work with legal professionals?
Yes, we regularly assist attorneys with criminal defense investigations and evidence gathering.
