Sedgwick Buys Factual Photo

A subsidiary of Sedgwick Claims Management Services, Inc. is buying Factual Photo, Inc., a national provider of investigative services for employers, insurers and claims management professionals that specializes in workers’ compensation, disability and other employment-related claims.

Closing is scheduled for Nov. 1, 2010.

Sedgwick said it is acquiring Factual Photo as a step in the creation of a comprehensive, integrated solution for the detection, investigation and prevention of fraudulent claims. The firm said Factual Photo brings approximately 140 investigative consultants and other specialists to Sedgwick.