
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

North Carolina Auto Shop Owner Charged with Multiple Frauds
A North Carolina auto shop owner faces serious charges including insurance fraud and car title application fraud, following a comprehensive investigation.
May 10, 2024
Auto
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
North Carolina

Former NBA Player Glen Davis Sentenced in Health Care Fraud Scheme
Glen Davis, former NBA champion, is sentenced to 40 months for his involvement in defrauding the NBA Players’ Health and Welfare Plan.
May 10, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Life & Health
Litigation

International Jewelry Thief Nabbed After High-Profile Heists in New York
After a series of audacious jewelry thefts spanning continents, Yaorong Wan’s criminal spree ends with an arrest in New York City.
May 9, 2024
Catastrophe
Fraud
Litigation
Property
California
New Jersey
New York

Scattered Spider Hackers Escalate Attacks on Financial and Insurance Sectors
Scattered Spider targets leading financial institutions and insurance companies, escalating cybersecurity threats with sophisticated phishing schemes.
May 9, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Technology

Florida’s Property/Casualty Insurance Market Shows Signs of Recovery Amid Reforms
Recent legislative reforms and a mild hurricane season have contributed to the recovery of Florida’s property/casualty insurance market, yet challenges remain for premium costs.
May 8, 2024
Catastrophe
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Property
Florida

Healthcare Sector Hit Hardest by Global Ransomware Attacks in Q1 2024
The first quarter of 2024 sees a significant uptick in ransomware attacks, especially on healthcare providers, amidst ongoing cybercriminal activities.
May 6, 2024
Fraud
Life & Health
Risk Management
Technology



