What is Statement Analysis?
Statement analysis is a structured review of written or recorded statements focused on how language is used, including observable linguistic patterns, structure, and wording. Through this analytical review, we identify areas that may benefit from clarification or additional inquiry, such as potential inconsistencies, omissions, or notable language features.
Statement analysis is used as one tool among many within an investigative or review process. It supports investigative review and preparation but does not constitute scientific lie detection or determinations of truth or deception. Rather than relying on intuition or subjective judgment, this approach applies structured linguistic review principles to support objective analysis in investigative and legal-preparation contexts.
What this means for you: Statement analysis can help identify portions of a statement that may warrant closer examination, guiding follow-up interviews, supporting investigative review, and informing preparation and decision-making processes.
Statement Analysis may be applied in:
- Legal matter and litigation preparation
- Criminal-related and civil investigative matters
- Workplace and internal inquiries
- Insurance, compliance, and fraud-related reviews
Findings are analytical in nature and are intended to support investigative and legal-preparation processes by highlighting language features that may inform follow-up questioning and corroboration. Findings should be considered alongside other evidence and investigative methods.
How Statement Analysis Can be Used
Legal Teams & Litigation Support
Corporate & Internal Investigations
Corporate & Internal Investigations
Example: A legal team reviews affidavits, witness statements, or discovery materials as part of case preparation. Statement analysis is used to examine linguistic patterns, structure, and wording to identify areas that may benefit from clarification or additional inquiry. This analytical review can help attorneys prioritize materials fo
Example: A legal team reviews affidavits, witness statements, or discovery materials as part of case preparation. Statement analysis is used to examine linguistic patterns, structure, and wording to identify areas that may benefit from clarification or additional inquiry. This analytical review can help attorneys prioritize materials for further review and support preparation for depositions, cross-examinations, and broader case preparation activities.
How it can help:
1. Identify statements that warrant closer review
2. Inform targeted and purposeful lines of questioning
3. Support case preparation through objective language analysis
Corporate & Internal Investigations
Corporate & Internal Investigations
Corporate & Internal Investigations
Example: During an internal investigation, statement analysis is used to review written employee statements and support a structured, fair fact-gathering process. The analysis helps identify areas where follow-up or clarification may be appropriate, aiding informed decision-making and helping organizations manage and reduce risk during in
Example: During an internal investigation, statement analysis is used to review written employee statements and support a structured, fair fact-gathering process. The analysis helps identify areas where follow-up or clarification may be appropriate, aiding informed decision-making and helping organizations manage and reduce risk during internal investigations.
How it can help:
1. Guide internal inquiry processes
2. Identify areas that may require further review
3. Support compliance, HR, and risk-management efforts through objective language analysis
Law Enforcement Investigations
Corporate & Internal Investigations
Law Enforcement Investigations
Example: An investigator reviews a written or recorded statement following a critical incident. Statement analysis is used to examine language structure and wording to identify areas that may benefit from clarification or additional inquiry. This analytical review can help inform interview preparation and investigative focus without drawi
Example: An investigator reviews a written or recorded statement following a critical incident. Statement analysis is used to examine language structure and wording to identify areas that may benefit from clarification or additional inquiry. This analytical review can help inform interview preparation and investigative focus without drawing conclusions about intent, responsibility, or outcome.
How it can help:
1. Support prioritization of investigative review activities
2. Inform interview planning and question development
3. Identify statements that may require clarification or corroboration
Insurance & Claims Review
Corporate & Internal Investigations
Law Enforcement Investigations
Example: An insurance carrier reviews recorded statements or written claims submissions following a reported loss event as part of its internal claims review process. Statement analysis is used to examine the structure and wording of statements to identify areas that may benefit from clarification or additional information. This analytica
Example: An insurance carrier reviews recorded statements or written claims submissions following a reported loss event as part of its internal claims review process. Statement analysis is used to examine the structure and wording of statements to identify areas that may benefit from clarification or additional information. This analytical review supports a consistent and documented approach to claims handling without making coverage determinations or conclusions regarding intent or accuracy.
How it can help:
1. Identify statements that may require clarification or follow-up
2. Support claims review and documentation processes
3. Assist in maintaining consistency and completeness in claims review