Forensic Accounting
Forensic Accounting is the application of financial and accounting skills to assist in litigation matters. OSK Forensic Accountants combine the skills and services of an accountant, auditor and investigator.
In an increasingly complex and litigious business and personal world we guide you through the technicalities of financial investigation and dispute resolution. Our analysis draws upon both our accounting and commercial experience in the assessment of facts at the pre-trial, trial and settlement stages of disputes.
At OSK, we have the skills to provide independent and expert opinion combined with the experience to deliver forensic accounting solutions that match your specific requirements. We establish the real facts and figures, wherever they are hidden and whatever is being claimed.
Services
Examples of cases where we have considerable experience include:
- Matrimonial Disputes
- Business Valuations
- Personal Injury – Loss of Earnings
- Business & Employee Fraud Investigations
- Commercial Litigation
- Professional Negligence
Matrimonial Disputes
We have experience in the difficult area of financial investigation for divorce cases. We can help with tracing assets, business valuations and pension and taxation issues. We are able to offer advice on settlements and we look to persuade and find common ground with other experts, where possible, to contain costs.
Business Valuations
Whether you require a market valuation of a company or business for sale, purchase, fundraising, dispute over ownership, or for personal divorce; a valuation of intellectual property; or a discounted cash flow valuation, we have the commercial expertise to deliver cost-effective valuations. We also help with fiscal, probate and expert dispute determinations.
Personal Injury – Loss of Earnings
If you are involved in a personal injury, fatal accident or clinical negligence case, obtaining the relevant document is key to an accurate calculation of loss.
We prepare the calculations and schedules for inclusion in the statement of claim or counterclaim and; review and comment on the reasonableness or otherwise of calculations presented.
As experts we provide an expert witness report and give evidence in court if required.
Business & Employee Fraud Investigations
Fraud and financial investigations frequently demand rapid yet detailed responses. You may not have the resources to meet these demands. Our specialist team can respond in a timely manner, preventing further damage to your business.
OSK specializes in measuring the actual loss resulting from fraud. Our work also includes providing the supporting evidence that identifies opportunities for misappropriation and possible methods of concealment.
We work with insurers, solicitors and other professionals seeking recovery of the loss sustained. Our support includes expert testimony in civil and criminal actions.
Commercial Litigation
If you are involved with a claim for loss of profits, breach of warranty or any other loss, you will need a transparent and concise analysis, either to help settlement or pursue your case at a hearing. With our experience in commercial litigation, we can provide a thorough investigation and analysis of a claim as well as a clear and concise presentation of the evidence.
Professional Negligence
In professional negligence cases, courts expect credible expert evidence on liability and on the size of the loss. For cases concerning the effects of alleged negligence by professionals, we can report on the size of resulting losses.
