Small Businesses Face New Reporting Mandate Under Corporate Transparency Act

Starting in 2024, small businesses must disclose beneficial owner information to FinCEN under the Corporate Transparency Act, with exemptions applying to certain entities.
February 12, 2024 Fraud Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation

Texas Public Adjuster Infringes Lloyd’s Trademarks, Court Orders Injunction

A Texas court has issued a permanent injunction against a public adjuster for willfully infringing on Lloyd’s of London’s trademarks.
February 9, 2024 Fraud Legislation & Regulation Litigation Texas

Nebraska Man Charged with Stealing Over $800,000 in Insurance Fraud Scheme

A Lincoln, Nebraska man is accused of defrauding his employer, American Heritage Life Insurance Company, out of nearly $850,000 through false claims.
February 9, 2024 Fraud Insurance Industry Litigation Property Nebraska

Social Media Unravels Postal Worker’s Workers’ Compensation Fraud Scheme

A former postal worker’s social media posts led to a guilty plea for defrauding the government’s workers’ compensation program of $100,000.
February 8, 2024 Fraud Workers' Compensation North Carolina

Kentucky Farmer Pleads Guilty to Multi-Million Dollar Crop Insurance Fraud Scheme

Simpson County farmer David Manion faces imprisonment for defrauding the Federal Crop Insurance Corp. of $3.5 million, marking his second conviction.
February 8, 2024 Fraud Insurance Industry Litigation Kentucky Tennessee

NBA Faces Legal Battle Over Cryptocurrency Marketing Ties with Voyager Digital

Investors claim the NBA’s marketing links with Voyager Digital led to significant losses, spotlighting the legal risks of endorsing cryptocurrency firms.
February 8, 2024 Fraud Litigation Florida

Deepfake Audio of President Biden Used in Voter Suppression Attempt Linked to Texas Company

A sophisticated AI-generated robocall mimicking President Joe Biden and discouraging New Hampshire Democrats from voting traced to a Texas company, highlighting emerging threats in electoral integrity.
February 7, 2024 Fraud Legislation & Regulation Technology New Hampshire Texas

San Diego County on Alert for Flood Insurance Scams Amid Cleanup Efforts

California’s Insurance Commissioner alerts San Diego residents to be vigilant of fraudsters following devastating floods, emphasizing the importance of cautious engagement with public adjusters and contractors.
February 7, 2024 Catastrophe Fraud Property California

Jacksonville Jaguars Seek Reimbursement from FanDuel for Stolen Funds

The Jacksonville Jaguars are in talks with FanDuel for the recovery of $20 million, misappropriated by a former employee for online betting.
February 6, 2024 Fraud Legislation & Regulation Florida

Aon Sets Aside $197 Million for Legal Settlements Tied to Vesttoo Fraud

Aon earmarks $197 million for legal settlements stemming from fraudulent transactions arranged by Vesttoo, with potential recoveries expected in the future.
February 2, 2024 Fraud Litigation

Miami Construction Suppliers Charged in Major Workers’ Compensation Fraud Case

Miami-area labor suppliers face charges for underreporting payroll and cheating insurers out of over $220,000 in workers’ compensation premiums.
January 30, 2024 Fraud Insurance Industry Litigation Workers' Compensation Florida

Illinois Man Admits to Arson Scheme for Insurance Fraud

Rufis Jefferson pleads guilty to multiple felonies in a calculated arson-for-hire scheme, aiming to defraud insurance companies through deliberately set fires.
January 23, 2024 Fraud Insurance Industry Litigation Property Illinois Missouri

Texas Law Firm Faces Over $10 Million Judgment for Hurricane Claim Fraud

McClenny, Moseley & Associates, a Texas law firm, is ordered to pay over $10 million for fraudulent activities related to hurricane insurance claims.
January 23, 2024 Catastrophe Fraud Litigation Property Louisiana Texas

Iowa Man Sentenced to Prison for Committing Insurance Fraud on Rental Properties

Timothy Daryle Sletten receives a 21-month prison sentence for defrauding State Farm Insurance through fraudulent property damage claims in Iowa.
January 19, 2024 Fraud Litigation Property Iowa

Combating Insurance Fraud in Canada: The Digital Identity Solution

As insurance fraud rates rise in Canada, digital identity verification emerges as a key tool for balancing fraud prevention with customer experience.
January 17, 2024 Fraud Insurance Industry Risk Management Technology
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