Licensed And Insured
Our background checks equip our clients with facts they need to make important decisions about potential business partners, key employees, and more.
26+.
Years Experience
1,436+.
Successful Cases
18,355+.
Hours in the Field
2,000+.
Reports Delivered
The Problem
Verify history before bringing someone into your company.
Screen applicants before handing over keys and property access.
Confirm character and background before capital changes hands.
Criminal, civil, and employment history that resumes leave out.
Avoid costly associations that damage trust or brand.
Need facts quickly without cutting corners.
Background Checks
Background checks are very important when identifying a person's characteristics. Background checks give you insight into an individual's personal and professional history in order to determine the veracity of their character.
Every background check can differ based on how your business decides to go about it, but a normal, day-to-day background check includes criminal records, education and employment history, civil records, references, and.
Click To Call NowOur Process
Clarify goals, risk, timeline, and what a useful outcome looks like.
Build a discreet plan with the right methods and documentation.
Carry out the work with operational discipline and updates.
Deliver clear findings and next-step recommendations.
Best In Class
Private matters that need discretion and clear answers.
Evidence support for family, civil, and criminal matters.
Fact-finding that strengthens strategy and filings.
Clarity when trust, safety, or finances are at stake.
Capabilities
What we bring to background checks assignments.
State, county, and relevant repository checks.
Verify claimed roles, schools, and timelines.
Litigation and judgment history when relevant.
Confirm who you are actually dealing with.
Broader searches for private and business clients.
Findings presented so you can decide with confidence.
Why UIA
Hollywood, Florida headquarters — serving clients across Florida and beyond.
Testimonials
The UIA team have an excellent job on all the cases I’ve ever sent to them. From Corporate Negotiations to Wrongful Death/ Criminal Defense, these guys are extremely professional and will get as much information as possible to support your case. Victor is an excellent investigator, and he treats his clients and employees with the utmost respect.
Matt I
Google Review
I am extremely happy I found this company. Victor is super nice and very helpful. He worked very hard on my boyfriend’s case and because of that his charges was dismissed. Awesome customer service and i will be using them again. I recommend this company. Thanks so much victor for all of your hard work!!!!!
Luxe Jewels
Google Review
ThreatBlock™
In today’s converging landscape of cyber, physical, and reputational risks, traditional reactive security methods are no longer sufficient. Universal Investigations Agency (UIA) developed ThreatBlock™, a fully operational, intelligence-driven threat-mitigation platform that proactively identifies, monitors, and neutralizes risks before they escalate.
A continuous shield that blocks threats across all domains
ThreatBlock™ integrates digital intelligence, protective intelligence, counter-surveillance, brand monitoring, OSINT/dark-web reconnaissance, and investigative tradecraft into a seamless system.
Licensed in Florida
Universal Investigations Agency is fully licensed to provide professional investigative services in Florida, ensuring compliance, credibility, and consistent excellence.
Our Florida headquarters in Hollywood positions us at the center of key locations statewide. Whether you require corporate, personal, or specialized investigative services, our licensed teams are ready to deliver results.
Florida license number
A1600227
Florida Private Investigator Agency License · Chapter 493, Florida Statutes
Key individual: Victor Elbeze
Professional affiliations
Member affiliations include the World Association of Detectives, Inc., FAPI, and FALI.
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FAQ
Common questions about background checks with Universal Investigations Agency.
Yes — we collaborate directly when counsel is involved.
Often within 24–48 hours.
Yes — we work statewide and coordinate nationally when needed.
Contact
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