Category: Forensic Handwriting Analysis

Computerized Handwriting

I just read on gizmodo.com that researchers at the University College London have developed new software that can “perfectly” replicate anyone’s handwriting. I suppose to a layperson, that sounds “perfectly” feasible. After all, computers can do a lot of things that we never would have dreamed of. But, I question how can a computer algorithm… Read more »

Are We Witnessing the Death of Handwriting?

Handwriting, whether in cursive or print, has long been one of the oldest forms of communication between people. The incredible rise of technology in recent years that allows for digital forms of communication has greatly reduced the amount of people who rely on handwritten communication. Some have even wondered if e-mail and texting will spell… Read more »

Don’t Rush the Document Examiner

It is Friday afternoon. I get a phone call; the voice on the other end is frantic. “I need to have some signatures authenticated. Can you do it by Monday?” Sorry to say, this is not an uncommon call at our office. In spite of what the layman may think, a proper document examination can… Read more »

What is a Handwriting Expert?

Los Angeles, San Diego Handwriting Expert Have you ever tried using the internet to find someone who could determine if the handwriting on your document is authentic? What do you search for? The average person might type in “Handwriting Expert”. The resulting list of websites could include people who teach children how to write in… Read more »