Our Services
What We Offer
LEPELLE Forensic Services offers a comprehensive range of investigative solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients.
Our Forensic Investigation Services encompass fraud and corruption investigations, gathering prima facie evidence, and providing support for criminal and civil prosecutions. We offer expert witness testimony across various proceedings and conduct thorough workplace misconduct investigations. Additionally, our
expertise extends to addressing procurement fraud, conflict of interest, and sales kickback schemes, as well as management, employee, and third-party fraud investigations, alongside specializing in healthcare fraud, waste, and abuse investigations.
We provide comprehensive Fraud Risk Management services to identify inherent fraud risks, assessing their likelihood and significance, and implementing tailored responses to mitigate risks effectively.
Furthermore, we offer Forensic Specialist Services like employee and company background verifications, whistle-blowing mechanisms, and asset and individual tracing services.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Insurance Claims Investigations
The claims validation process is integral to detecting and addressing fraudulent activities prevalent in South Africa, crucial for upholding the insurer’s commitment to exceptional customer service.
At LEPELLE, we offer comprehensive claims validation services, involving meticulous information gathering at the claims notification stage. Our experienced team conducts thorough interviews with clients and witnesses, obtains relevant documents from various institutions, and meticulously prepares comprehensive reports.
Our primary objective is to ascertain the validity of claims, safeguarding clients and organizations against fraudulent activities that undermine trust and financial stability.
With expertise spanning life, motor, and non-motor insurance claims, we deliver diligent and reliable validation solutions tailored to our clients’ needs.
Healthcare Fraud, Waste and Abuse
LEPELLE specializes in providing end-to-end solutions to identify, prevent, and address fraud within medical aid schemes.
Our dedicated team of healthcare experts collaborates closely with data analysts to offer comprehensive solutions tailored to the unique challenges faced by medical aid schemes. Setting us apart is our proactive approach to recovering funds claimed due to over-servicing, complemented by our provision of rehabilitation services for errant practitioners.
With extensive experience in medical administration, investigative, and legal sub-specialties, we are committed to safeguarding the integrity and sustainability of medical aid schemes.
Tracing Services
Utilizing cutting-edge search tools and a network of experienced tracing agents, LEPELLE offers state-of-the-art tracing services to confirm the whereabouts of individuals in real-time.
Our tracing agents employ a combination of database searches and field investigations to establish the details of persons of interest. Maintaining strong relationships with local community members, our agents conduct physical field tracing and confirm beneficiary details with accuracy and efficiency.
With expertise in asset and property tracing, as well as tracing beneficiaries on behalf of provident funds, we deliver reliable and timely tracing solutions to meet our clients’ needs.
Whistleblowing
LEPELLE provides comprehensive channels of communication for communities, organizations, and businesses to report concerns related to crime, substance abuse, or unethical behaviour.
Our whistleblowing services offer various communication channels, including telephone calls, email, SMS, and a dedicated WhatsApp line.
With a hotline service staffed by knowledgeable call center agents proficient in all eleven South African languages, we ensure round-the-clock availability to address concerns promptly and confidentially.
Employee And Company Background Verifications
Background screening is crucial for mitigating hiring and procurement risks by verifying personal and confidential information. At LEPELLE, we offer a wide range of background checks conducted on individuals
and organizations within Southern Africa and internationally.
Our services include qualification verification, criminal record checks, credit checks, employment history and reference checks, and identity verification for individuals.
For suppliers and vendors, we offer comprehensive background checks, including company checks, deed searches, directorship checks, B-BBEE certificate verification, SARS verification, and COID verification.
With a commitment to accuracy and thoroughness, we provide reliable background verification solutions to support informed decision-making processes.