HANDWRITING COMPARISON experts

In an era where digital manipulation is a keystroke away, handwriting analysis stands as a beacon of unalterable truth. It’s not just about ink and paper; it’s about preserving evidence that resists deletion, distortion, or disguise. Handwriting connects the physical act of writing with the psychological state of the writer, offering a rare forensic insight that no typed font ever could.

At 808 Investigations, we work with one of the nation’s foremost handwriting experts to examine documents that may hold the key to truth or deception. Whether it's a contested will, disputed trust, suspicious signature, anonymous letter, or notes linked to high-stakes death investigations, we evaluate whether your document warrants deeper forensic scrutiny. Our analysis can clarify intention, confirm authorship, and reveal patterns that speak louder than words ever could.

In another case, a small business owner discovered unauthorized withdrawals from the company bank account. Our expert was brought in to review the account documents, where she identified subtle inconsistencies in the signatures on several checks and authorization forms. Through side-by-side comparison with known samples, she confirmed the presence of forged signatures. Her findings played a crucial role in initiating legal action and recovering the stolen funds.

Handwriting analysis also plays a vital role in estate disputes. In one instance, our team was asked to examine a handwritten will that suddenly surfaced after the decedent’s passing. Our expert determined the writing did not match the individual’s known samples, and identified signs of tracing and unnatural stroke patterns. This revelation helped prevent a fraudulent inheritance and protected the rightful beneficiaries.

If you suspect a document matters more than it seems, let us help you prove it. Below are recent cases where we have used our handwriting expert on cases.  

Case Study: The Questioned Suicide Note

• A grieving family approached us, uncertain whether a suicide note left by their loved one was genuinely authored by them. The handwriting didn't quite match what they remembered, and they feared foul play.
• Our expert conducted a comprehensive comparison between the note and known samples of the decedent’s handwriting — including letters, journal entries, and personal forms. She not only confirmed that the handwriting was authentic, but also provided a psychological analysis of the writer's state of mind at the time, based on stroke pressure, slant, rhythm, and language patterns. Her insight gave the family the closure they needed, validating both the authorship and the emotional tone of the note.

Case Study: Forged Signatures on a Business Bank Account

• A small business owner noticed unusual activity on their company bank account, including large withdrawals they didn’t authorize. Suspicious signatures appeared on checks and internal banking documents.
• We brought in our handwriting expert to assess the authenticity of those signatures. By comparing them to the owner’s verified writing samples, she identified subtle but critical differences in stroke sequence, angle, and pressure that revealed multiple forgeries. Her detailed forensic report was instrumental in initiating a successful investigation that led to legal accountability and restitution of the stolen funds.

Case Study: Disputed Will and the Hidden Hand of Fraud

• Following the death of a family patriarch, a handwritten will emerged that surprised all heirs  favoring one distant relative and excluding others without explanation.
• Our team was called to investigate. Our handwriting expert examined the will and compared it to multiple documents written by the deceased during his lifetime. She found inconsistencies in letter formation, unnatural hesitation marks, and signs of traced writing, all indicators of forgery. Her findings helped prevent a fraudulent estate transfer and ensured the true intent of the decedent was honored in probate court.