Why you cant find that Defendant
- Rush Intel Services
- Aug 8
- 2 min read
If you’ve ever found yourself staring at a stack of unresolved cases simply because a defendant or witness couldn’t be located, you’re not alone. Many attorneys and support staff turn to popular people-search websites hoping for quick results, only to find themselves back at square one—delays mounting, clients waiting, and case deadlines creeping closer.
After over a decade in investigations and OSINT (Open-Source Intelligence), I’ve seen this pattern play out time and again. It’s something I’ve written about extensively, including in these articles:
Here’s the short version:
🔍 Not All Data Is Created Equal
Most people-search sites pull from the same handful of databases—credit headers, property records, utilities, and outdated marketing info. While that’s a decent starting point, it’s not nearly enough in today’s world, where people are increasingly mobile, private, and digital-savvy.
Data is often years out of date
Multiple records get merged into one profile
Alias identities, roommates, and relatives create noise
Key identifiers are missing or masked
"Last known" addresses are often just old mail drops
These systems are built for scale—not precision.
🧠 Real Investigations Go Beyond the Data
At Rush Intel Services, we treat every skip trace like a layered investigation. We use OSINT methods tailored for litigation: triangulating digital footprints, locating hidden identifiers, uncovering online behaviors, and confirming presence in real-time. The goal is accuracy and verifiability—results you can act on and attest to in court.
⏳ Delays Hurt Everyone
We’ve had new clients come to us with stacks of dormant files—cases stalled for months due to unresolved service issues. That delay doesn’t just impact your workflow—it affects plaintiffs, judicial efficiency, and your firm’s reputation for timeliness.
Our job is to help eliminate that bottleneck, fast.
We’re always happy to talk shop—even if you’re just trying to troubleshoot a difficult locate or understand what might be going wrong. Our goal is to support your work, whether that’s through full-service skip tracing or simply giving you insight into how the process works under the hood.
If you're interested in seeing how our methods compare or just want a second look at a difficult file, feel free to reach out directly. No pressure—just solutions.
626-385-8662
Comments