
Tennessee School District Duped Out of $3.4 Million in Curriculum Vendor Scam
A rural Tennessee school district was swindled out of over $3 million when a finance officer unknowingly wired funds to a fraudster impersonating a legitimate curriculum vendor, part of a growing wave of email scams targeting schools.
October 1, 2024
Education & Training
Fraud
Litigation
Technology
Arizona
Ohio
Tennessee
Texas

Florida Insurers Face Fraud Allegations as New Storm Claims Loom, CBS Highlights Adjusters’ Concerns
As Florida prepares for new storm-related claims, CBS News’ "60 Minutes" investigates allegations by adjusters that insurers manipulated damage estimates from Hurricane Ian to underpay policyholders.
October 1, 2024
Catastrophe
Fraud
Litigation
Property
Florida

Small Businesses Face Rising Threats from AI-Driven Scams
A survey reveals that a quarter of small business owners have been targeted by AI-generated scams, using tactics like email, voice, and video impersonation, exposing them to significant fraud risks.
October 1, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology

Strategies to Combat Insurance Fraud With AI and Specialized Training
Insurance companies are turning to AI-powered technology and enhanced training programs to combat increasingly sophisticated fraudulent claims, aiming to minimize financial losses and improve claims handling efficiency.
September 30, 2024
Education & Training
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Technology

Florida Homeowners Left Stunned by Altered Insurance Reports After Hurricane Ian
Florida homeowners, devastated by Hurricane Ian, discovered their insurance reports had been altered to significantly lower payouts. Whistleblowers claim widespread fraud, accusing multiple carriers of manipulating damage assessments.
September 30, 2024
Catastrophe
Fraud
Litigation
Property
Florida

Man Sentenced in $2.8 Million Sydney Jeweler Heist Insurance Fraud
Shanel Tofaeono has been sentenced to over four years in prison after pleading guilty to staging a fake robbery of a luxury Sydney jewelry store as part of a $2.8 million insurance fraud scheme.
September 25, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Liability
Litigation

Rising Elder Fraud Losses Highlight Need for Personal Cyber Insurance
As elder fraud losses soar past $3.4 billion, cybersecurity risks grow more complex. Personal cyber insurance offers broader protection, covering identity theft, online fraud, and other cybercrimes targeting vulnerable populations.
September 23, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Life & Health
Technology

Lawmakers Push for UI Fraud Prevention While Improving Equity and Access
In response to pandemic-era unemployment fraud, lawmakers propose solutions to improve fraud prevention and equity in UI systems, leveraging technology and data-sharing practices.
September 18, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Technology
Alabama
Kentucky
New Jersey
Vermont
Fraud Trends and Prevention: Key Findings from RGA’s 2024 Global Claims Fraud Survey
The 2024 Global Claims Fraud Survey from RGA reveals persistent fraud challenges, with 74% of insurers reporting steady or rising fraud cases, emphasizing the need for enhanced detection and prevention measures.
September 16, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Life & Health
Technology

Florida Home Inspector Accused of Reusing Photos in 200+ Insurance Inspections, Costing $88,000
A Florida home inspector is accused of using identical stock photos in over 200 inspections, costing Citizens Property Insurance Corp. thousands in fraudulent premiums and reinspection costs.
September 13, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Florida

Investigators Sound Alarm on Fraudulent Water Damage Claims
Insurance fraud experts warn about exaggerated or false water damage claims, often linked to home renovations and fake sewage leaks, aimed at inflating insurance payouts.
September 13, 2024
Catastrophe
Fraud
Litigation
Property
California
Florida

Insurers Boost Use of RICO Lawsuits to Combat Staged Personal Injury Claims
Insurers and defense attorneys are increasingly turning to RICO lawsuits to fight fraudulent personal injury claims, with recent cases in Florida and New York highlighting the growing trend of staged accident schemes.
September 11, 2024
Auto
Fraud
Liability
Litigation
Florida
New York

Roof Damage Claims Surge Nationwide Amid Extreme Weather and Rising Costs
The surge in roof damage claims, driven by extreme weather and rising repair costs, is creating significant challenges for insurers, with increased fraud and evolving policy terms adding to the crisis.
September 11, 2024
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Risk Management
Alabama
Arkansas
Florida
Illinois
Minnesota

Farmers’ Fraud Scheme: Tampered Rain Gauges Led to Million-Dollar Crop Insurance Scandal
A group of farmers in Colorado and Kansas tampered with rain gauges to falsely report drought conditions, leading to a multimillion-dollar crop insurance fraud. Their actions resulted in both criminal penalties and civil settlements.
September 9, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Litigation
Risk Management
Colorado
Kansas

Nebraska Couple Charged with Defrauding Geico in $80,000 Camper Insurance Scheme
A Nebraska couple faces felony charges for allegedly defrauding Geico out of nearly $80,000 by filing a false insurance claim on a stolen camper that was later found in Oklahoma.
September 5, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Litigation
Property
Nebraska
Oklahoma




