Hi.I am trying to figure out exactly what is the proper way to screen clients as an independent..I dont feel safe just interagating my clients --is there a certain software program i need ?  ( you know what I mean) --or-is being cautious the only way....( Havent had trouble with clients but bakon..)Trying to avoid another bad situation..Thanks ladies..

The below link gives some basics in information you want to get in your screening:

http://www.theeroticreview.com/discussion_boards/viewmsg.asp?MessageID=13832&boardID=33&page=1

The "Reverse directory" is a good source for checking given phone numbers:

http://reversephonedirectory.com/

Much information can also be found on Google:

http://www.google.com/

There are also sites to locate/verify Lawyers, Engineers, Doctors etc. I donn't have these available but a little time at you p'uter will serve you well.