
Montana Plumber Sentenced for Insurance Fraud to Begin House Arrest
A Montana plumber was sentenced to five years in prison, suspended for five years of probation, and a 30-day term of house arrest for presenting a falsified insurance certificate.
May 29, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Montana

Tennessee Man Receives Federal Prison Sentence for Crop Insurance Fraud
David Garrett Manion of Lafayette, Tennessee, has been sentenced to 3 years and 6 months in federal prison for defrauding the federal crop insurance program. The scheme, which took place from 2016 to 2022, also resulted in a restitution order of $3.5 million.
May 29, 2024
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Risk Management
Kentucky
Tennessee

How to Avoid Ransomware Attacks in the Insurance Industry
Ransomware breaches can devastate insurance providers financially and reputationally. With attacks becoming more sophisticated, it’s crucial for providers to prevent data breaches proactively.
May 29, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology

Florida Men Charged with Fraud in Staged Auto Accident Scheme
Four men in Miami-Dade County are facing charges for allegedly staging a car accident and submitting fraudulent insurance claims, resulting in payouts totaling over $50,000.
May 24, 2024
Auto
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Litigation
Florida

Janitorial Company Owners Face Charges for $2.4 Million Payroll Fraud
A janitorial company in San Bernardino, California, is under scrutiny as its owners face multiple felony counts for allegedly underreporting over $2.4 million in payroll to evade workers’ compensation premiums and payroll taxes.
May 24, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Litigation
Workers' Compensation
California

How AI Jim is Revolutionizing Claims Processing at Lemonade
Discover how Lemonade’s AI Jim is transforming the insurance claims process with unprecedented speed and accuracy.
May 24, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Risk Management
Technology

Cargo Theft Expected to Increase Over Memorial Day Weekend
Prepare for a spike in cargo thefts this Memorial Day weekend with these essential tips from CargoNet.
May 24, 2024
Fraud
Property
Risk Management
Technology
California
Florida
Georgia
Texas

Twin Doctors Admit Guilt in $45 Million Healthcare Fraud
Twin pain management doctors in Texas confessed to a $45 million healthcare fraud involving fake corticosteroid injections, facing up to 10 years in prison.
May 23, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Texas

Massachusetts Doctor Sentenced for Health Care Fraud and Opioid Overprescription
Dr. Olarewaju James Oladipo receives 16 months in prison for defrauding health care programs and overprescribing opioids.
May 23, 2024
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Life & Health
Litigation
Massachusetts

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



