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Chapter one. I. The motive: A. Classification of motivations of arsonists. B. Implications for arson investigators. C. Arson-for-profit cases. Chapter two. II. The fire: A. Location. B. Fuels. C. Ignition. D. Molotov Cocktails. E. Multiple ignition points. Chapter three. III. The investigation: A. Legal entry and evidence collecting. B. Preliminary scene examination. C. Obligations & responsabilities. D. Interviews. E. Review of fire scene. F. Determining cause & origin. G. Evidence collection. H. Evidence collection tools. I. Accelerant detection. J. Evidence preservation - storage & shipping. K. Large fire loss investigation and management. L. Fire growth analysis of video fire - Sherman Ave. Chapter four. IV. Insurance - the arson claim: A. The time factor. B. Claim examination process. C. Requesting documents from insured. D. The examination under oath. E. Denying the claim. F. Settlement before denial. G. Underwriting. H. Communication. I. Sources of information. Chapter five. V. The lab analysis: A. Laboratory services for the arson investigation. B. General fire evidence. C. Determinations labs can make? D. Volatile accelerants. E. Non-fire related criminal evidence. F. Photographic processing & analysis. Chapter six. VI. The trial: A. Pre-trial events. B. Expert testimony. Appendix A - Arson Investigation Book Shelf. Appendix B - Arson Investigation pocket Guide.