Massachusetts Man and Boston Clinic Indicted for Unlicensed Dentistry and Insurance Fraud

A Massachusetts man and a Boston dental clinic face charges of defrauding Medicaid of $245,000 and performing unlicensed dental procedures, following an indictment by a Suffolk County Grand Jury.
May 22, 2024 Fraud Insurance Industry Life & Health Litigation Massachusetts

Woman Indicted on 51 Fraud Counts Over False Property Ownership Claims

A Georgia woman was indicted on 51 counts of fraud for filing false property claims in Virginia, including Indiantown Park and historic Eyre Hall.
May 21, 2024 Fraud Legislation & Regulation Litigation Property Georgia Virginia

Elderly Arizona Woman Sentenced to Prison for Insurance Fraud

A 72-year-old woman from Green Valley, Arizona, has been sentenced to 21 months in prison and ordered to pay restitution for defrauding elderly clients in an insurance scam.
May 21, 2024 Fraud Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Litigation Arizona

Ohio Faces Growing Threat from Insurance Enrollment Fraud

Insurance enrollment fraud is leaving vulnerable Ohioans without proper coverage, prompting calls for urgent government intervention to protect patients.
May 21, 2024 Fraud Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Life & Health Ohio

Arctic Wolf Predicts Surge in Cyber Threats for 2024

Arctic Wolf’s 2024 Threat Report reveals a 20% increase in ransom demands and a rise in ransomware attacks, highlighting the need for stronger cybersecurity measures.
May 21, 2024 Fraud Insurance Industry Risk Management Technology

Alleged Dental Insurance Fraud Exposes Frustrations with Claims Process

Alberta’s experience with alleged dental insurance fraud highlights the complexities and frustrations of navigating insurance claims.
May 20, 2024 Fraud Insurance Industry Liability Litigation

AI Startup Lovo Sued for Allegedly Using Actors’ Voices Without Consent

Berkeley-based AI firm Lovo faces a class action lawsuit from voice actors Paul Lehrman and Linnea Sage, who allege their voices were used without permission for the company’s AI generator, Genny.
May 20, 2024 Fraud Legislation & Regulation Litigation Technology California New York

Safeguard Against Contractor Fraud During Disaster Recovery

During Contractor Fraud Awareness Week, the Insurance Information Institute and National Insurance Crime Bureau emphasize how homeowners can protect themselves from fraudulent contractors following disasters.
May 20, 2024 Catastrophe Fraud Property Risk Management

Fresno Trucking Company Owner Faces Charges for Workers’ Compensation Fraud

The 84-year-old former owner of Fresno-based TKJ Trucking is charged with under-reporting over $2 million in payroll to evade workers’ compensation costs, leading to substantial fraud allegations.
May 16, 2024 Fraud Insurance Industry Litigation Workers' Compensation California

Tesla Faces Class-Action Lawsuit Over Autopilot Claims

A federal judge has allowed a class-action lawsuit to proceed against Tesla over its Autopilot and Full-Self Driving (FSD) claims, alleging customers were misled about the technology’s capabilities.
May 16, 2024 Auto Fraud Legislation & Regulation Litigation Technology California

New Dell Data Breach Exposes Additional Customer Details Including Phone Numbers and Emails

A second Dell data breach within weeks reveals further customer information leakage, including sensitive personal details from support tickets.
May 15, 2024 Fraud Legislation & Regulation Technology

Miami Fraud Ring Busted for PIP Scheme, Four Detained

Four individuals were arrested in Miami for orchestrating a Personal Injury Protection fraud scheme, highlighting ongoing insurance fraud issues in Florida.
May 15, 2024 Auto Fraud Insurance Industry Litigation Florida

Survey Reveals Startling Trends in Insurance Application Dishonesty Among Americans

A recent NerdWallet survey exposes a significant portion of Americans admitting to falsifying information on insurance applications, with younger adults leading the trend.
May 14, 2024 Auto Fraud Insurance Industry Life & Health

Springdale Business Sued Over Alleged Insurance Fraud Involving Arson

A Springdale company faces a lawsuit for allegedly setting their own building on fire to claim $700,000 in insurance money.
May 14, 2024 Fraud Insurance Industry Litigation Property Arkansas

Widespread Auto Insurance Fraud Uncovered by Southern California Task Force

A task force in Southern California has charged multiple individuals for their involvement in a complex auto insurance fraud scheme.
May 14, 2024 Auto Fraud Insurance Industry Litigation California
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