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Since 1977

Fire Investigation, Evidence, and Litigation Support From the First Call Forward.

Our primary business is the investigation and analysis of fires, explosions, and water losses from carriers with longstanding reputations to newer, technology-driven companies, our client relationships are the cornerstone of our work. From routine property losses to catastrophic incidents, we have the people, resources, and experience to manage the assignment.

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As a preferred vendor for many major insurance carriers across the Northeast, we understand what the private sector needs: clear communication, practical findings, and work that helps move the file

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OUR SERVICES

OUR SERVICES

Fire investigation, evidence, and litigation support from the first call forward.

Our primary business is the investigation and analysis of fires, explosions, and water losses from carriers with longstanding reputations to newer, technology-driven companies, our client relationships are the cornerstone of our work.

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As a preferred vendor for many major insurance carriers across the Northeast, we understand what the private sector needs: clear communication, practical findings, and work that helps move the file.

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What we do

Core Competencies

Our investigative services are engineered for complexity, providing high-stakes litigation support and technical analysis for the insurance and legal industries.

Origin and Cause Investigations

Determine where a fire started, what caused it, and how the findings affect the decisions and proceedings that follow.

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Large Loss and Major Incident Response

Provide experienced leadership, staffing, and scene coordination for catastrophic and multi-party losses.

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Life Safety and Code Analysis

Evaluate code compliance, life safety factors, and the conditions that contributed to how a loss developed.

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File Review and Litigation Support

Provide experienced second reviews, technical insight, and file support when a matter moves toward dispute or litigation.

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Expert Witness Services

Provide testimony from investigators who know the facts, stand behind their findings, and understand the demands of litigation.

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Evidence Extraction, Transport, and Secure Storage

Preserve physical evidence through proper extraction, transport, documentation, and secure storage.

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The Advantage

Losses We Handle

Fire and explosion work is the core of our practice, and the losses we investigate span the full range our clients face.

Residential losses, from single-family homes to multi-unit dwellings

Commercial and retail losses

Industrial and manufacturing losses

Vehicle and heavy equipment fires

Explosions and gas-related incidents

Water losses

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Technology

How We Document a Scene

Thorough documentation protects the file long after the scene is released. Our investigators capture the scene using iGUIDE, producing accurate, measured floor plans and immersive 3D tours, so clients and counsel can revisit the scene and its dimensions from anywhere as a claim, subrogation file, or litigation develops.

Process

What Happens After You Assign a Loss

From the first call, you always know where your file stands. Here is what to expect.

Assignment confirmed

We acknowledge the assignment quickly and confirm scope, access, and any time-sensitive concerns.

Investigator contact

Your assigned investigator makes direct contact, so you are working directly with the person handling the file.

Scene coordination and preservation

We coordinate access, secure the scene, and preserve critical evidence before conditions change.

Initial findings

You receive timely verbal findings from the scene, so you can begin making decisions before the written report is complete.

Evidence handling

Full chain of custody from the scene to secure storage, handled by our own team.

Reporting

You receive a clear, defensible report that supports the decision in front of you, whether that is closing the file, referring it to subrogation, or opening a liability file.

Beyond the conclusion

More than an Origin and Cause Conclusion

Origin and cause is where the investigation starts, not where our value ends. On every assignment, we tell you what the findings mean for the file.

How the findings affect coverage
Potential avenues of subrogation
Areas of liability and exposure
The status and location of preserved evidence
A single point of contact who knows your file end to end

Legal Solutions That Fit Your Life

Life is complex—your legal representation shouldn’t be. At Behal Duvall Law Group, we’re more than just a law firm. We’re your strategic partner, ensuring every aspect of your personal and professional life is considered, protected, and prepared for the future.

The Partners

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Bob uses his expertise in business law when handling divorce and post-divorce matters and focuses on complex cases involving significant business and investment assets and alimony issues.

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Known for resolving complex family law issues, DeAnna excels in small business valuation, separate property tracing, and the role of estate planning in divorce.

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Evidence Services

Evidence, Handled by Our Own Team

Evidence handling is not a separate business. It is part of how we protect subrogation and liability interests on the same file. Through Evidence Services, our own team extracts, transports, documents, and stores physical evidence under ASTM standards and the federal rules of evidence, with chain of custody controlled from the scene through final disposition. When a claim, subrogation file, or case turns on a single piece of evidence, it is preserved and defensible.

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Why Choose Us?

1. We Are Your All-in-One Legal Solution

From family law to business litigation and probate, our in-house team offers seamless, interconnected solutions without the need for external counsel. 

2. You Get Tailored Guidance from Industry Leaders 

Combining strong business acumen with decades of experience, we anticipate your needs before they arise, offering proactive advice that aligns with your goals. 

3. We Offer High-Asset Knowledge

Our firm is built for clients managing complex income structures, intricate business setups, and diverse estates. We understand the unique challenges you face and are here to provide a higher caliber of representation.

Our Legal Team

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Robert J. Behal

Partner | Attorney

Robert (Bob) uses his experience in business law when handling divorce and post-divorce matters and focuses on complex cases involving significant business and investment assets and alimony issues.

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DeAnna J. Duvall

Partner | Attorney

Known for resolving complex family law issues, DeAnna excels in small business valuation, separate property tracing, and the role of estate planning in divorce.

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Jeffrey A. Eyerman

Of Counsel

Jeff handles the bulk of the firm’s probate and estate planning work, and also works closely with the firm’s other attorneys to assist client in business and transactional work.

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John M. Gonzales

Of Counsel

John is a trial lawyer with more than 100 jury trials that have gone to verdict. His trial practice includes business and contract disputes, serious injury and wrongful death cases.

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Gilbert J. Gradisar

Of Counsel

Gil provides counsel in health care regulatory and compliance matters, departure of key physicians and employees and protection of patient information.

Reach Out Today

Get In Touch Today To Find Out More

Contact
Corporate Office / Evidence Services
155 Oval Drive, Islandia, NY 11749 - 516-282-3519
Corporate Mailing
P.O. Box 390, New Hyde Park, NY 11040-0390 - 516-294-8644

Monday - Sunday:  24 Hour Response

Our Practice Areas

Commercial Litigation

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