Workers Compensation Investigations for Valley Employers

Manufacturing, logistics, healthcare and construction remain major employers in the Mahoning Valley, and workplace injuries are a reality in these industries. Most injured workers are honest and deserve support. When a claim raises genuine questions, employers and their third party administrators may use investigators to gather objective facts.

When Employers Request Investigations

• The injury was unwitnessed or reported late
• Coworkers report the claimant working another job
• Public social media shows strenuous activity
• The claimant repeatedly misses medical appointments
• The claimed restrictions seem inconsistent with observed behavior

Ohio’s System

Ohio employers participate in the state insurance fund administered by the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation or qualify as self insured. Both take fraud seriously. Employers and their representatives should coordinate investigations with their claims administrator and counsel.

Activity Checks

An activity check documents what a claimant does during selected days, such as before and after medical appointments or on weekends. Investigators observe from public places and record activities such as lifting, carrying, yard work, construction or working another job. They do not trespass, provoke activity or misrepresent themselves to create evidence.

Background and Social Media Research

Public records may reveal other employment, business ownership or prior claims. Public social media content can show activities and suggest days to schedule surveillance.

Objectivity Protects Everyone

Reports describe both activity and limitation. If a claimant appears genuinely restricted, that is documented too. Objective reporting maintains credibility and fairness.

Using the Results

Results may be shared with the claims administrator, physicians reviewing restrictions or counsel at hearings, as appropriate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is surveillance of claimants legal in Ohio?

Yes, when conducted lawfully in public settings.

How many days are typical?

Often two or three strategically chosen days.

Can you testify at hearings?

Yes, when needed.

Discretion and Professional Standards

Every case we handle is treated as confidential. Our investigators use unmarked vehicles, professional equipment and lawful methods, and they will break off rather than risk exposing a case. Reports are written in plain language, stick to facts that were observed and documented and avoid speculation. This approach protects our clients, respects the rights of everyone involved and makes the results more credible if they are reviewed by an attorney, a magistrate or a judge anywhere in the Mahoning Valley.

Why Clients Choose Ohio Security & Investigations

Ohio Security & Investigations LLC is based in Youngstown and serves Mahoning County, Trumbull County, Columbiana County and communities throughout the Mahoning Valley, including Boardman, Canfield, Austintown, Poland, Struthers, Warren, Niles and Hubbard. As a founding member of the Ohio Association of Investigative & Security Professionals, our team is committed to professional standards, lawful methods and clear communication. We provide fingerprinting, BCI and FBI background checks, process serving and private investigations for individuals, families, attorneys and businesses.

Contact Ohio Security & Investigations

Ohio Security & Investigations LLC
7087 West Blvd #8
Youngstown, Ohio 44512
Phone: (888) 341-6960
Email: info@ohioinvestigators.com
Website: ohioinvestigators.com

Call or email today to schedule fingerprinting, request process service or arrange a confidential consultation.