November 18, 2015
When a tragedy such as a homicide or suicide occurs in a home, families typically look to their homeowner’s policy to help mitigate the costs associated with cleanup. Many cleaning and restoration companies offer bioremediation services, but only those that specialize in the field fully understand the science behind removing blood and bio. For those […]
November 14, 2015
Note: In the coming weeks, Aftermath will feature a three part series examining the topic of death scene cleanup as it relates to home ownership, insurance, and remediation. This first part tackles the important question asked by many homeowners facing a biohazard cleanup: will my insurance cover this? Read on to learn more on this […]
November 12, 2015
Almost everyone knows someone who has served in the military, sometimes several someones. But what recent media attention has brought to light is that many of these heroes also suffer from disabling depression, PTSD, and other serious and life threatening conditions. As a result, many vets become victims of suicide. Though popular media has claimed […]
November 6, 2015
This Friday, November 6, 2015, Aftermath Services presented the Lake County Sheriff’s K9 Unit with a $5,000 check as part of Aftermath’s annual K9 Giveaway Contest. Presenting the check was Aftermath’s CEO Doug Berto; Lake County Undersheriff Ray Rose proudly accepted. Several members of the local K9 unit were on hand to pose for photos, […]
November 4, 2015
Last week, Aftermath Services had the pleasure of attending the biggest law enforcement event of the year. The 2015 IACP Conference, hosted by the International Association of Chiefs of Police, is the world’s largest gathering of law enforcement leaders, drawing more than 14,000 public safety professionals from around the world, according to the organization’s website. […]
October 30, 2015
As October comes to an end, so does the 2015 Aftermath K9 Contest. In its fourth year, the contest has undergone a complete makeover, and the excitement is greater than ever. Many readers have caught up with our blog posts and kept an eye on social media, tracking their local department as we narrow down […]
October 26, 2015
Fall conference season is upon us! This week, Aftermath is attending the IACP in downtown Chicago, but last week, the Illinois Homicide Investigator Association (ILHIA) hosted their annual conference at the Westin Chicago Northwest in Itasca, IL. According to the website, the purpose of the ILHIA is “to support law enforcement officers and prosecutors by […]
October 23, 2015
Just one week remains in the annual Aftermath K9 Contest. To mark the occasion, our blog today examines the benefits of these specialized officers. We will also announce the top 15 competitors currently in the running for the $5,000 prize. So what makes a K9 unit so important to police work? According to the online […]
October 21, 2015
As the annual NFDA Conference wraps up, we take a few moments to catch up with the Aftermath crew who attended the event. Sponsored by the National Funeral Directors Association, the event was hosted in Indianapolis this year and included educational sessions, meet-and-greets, and an expo of products and services beneficial to the funeral industry. […]
October 16, 2015
After a 2007 traffic crash involving a tractor-trailer filled with over 200 kilos of cocaine, the Lower Allen Police Department in Pennsylvania began thinking seriously about adding a K9 Unit to the force. With the aid of the Aftermath K9 Contest, that goal became reality. Officer Rocco has assisted the department with his handler, veteran […]