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July 2008

This month's features:

A Forensic Accounting Case Study
"Valuing Economic Damages after an Armed Robbery"

By Chris Hamilton, CPA, CFE, CVA

In this case study, the context was a civil trial, a criminal investigation, and the lack of significant evidence upon which conclusions could be based.  The forensic accountant was hired to determine the loss incurred as a result of an armed robbery.  The loss comprised two elements.  First was the value of the stolen inventory.  Second was the damage associated with the interruption of business. Reprinted with permission from "The Forensic Examiner." (click here for complete article)

Practice Profile:
An Overview of Our Forensic Accounting Practice

Forensic accounting is a specialty practice area dealing with accounting, auditing and investigation of financial information for actual or anticipated litigation.  With thousands of clients served over the decades, Arxis Financial has developed a depth of expertise in working with businesses of all sizes from many industries, as well as individuals throughout all economic strata. Our Forensic Accounting services include reconstruction of accounting records, analysis of business transactions, document review and tracing, and expert witness testimony. 

We apply detailed investigation and analysis that is necessary to uncover essential facts and provide meaningful insights. Expert analysis and conclusions are presented in depositions and trial at local, state and federal court levels as well as mediation and arbitration.  We assist attorneys in interpreting the data, and help counsel to understand and analyze events or issues. This level of support can be a key asset in determining a legal strategy as well as reaching a reasonable and efficient conclusion. (click here for complete article)

The Forensic Accounting practice is headed by partner Chris L. Hamilton, CPA, CFE, CVA, DABFA. Mr. Hamilton is a Certified Public Accountant, Certified Fraud Examiner, Certified Valuation Analyst, and a Diplomate with the American Board of Forensic Accounting. He is a licensed life and disability insurance agent and a General Securities Representative. Mr. Hamilton has published articles in several publications, and has made presentations at national conferences, training institutes and seminars on topics including forenisc accounting, fraud and business appraisal.

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Chris Hamilton, CPA CFE, CVA, DABFA
chamilton@arxisgroup.com
(805) 306-7890
www.arxisfinancial.com
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Litigation Consulting
Forensic Accounting - Fraud - Business Valuation
 

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