
Crypto Theft Surges: $1.38 Billion Stolen in Hacks and Exploits in First Half of 2024
In the first half of 2024, hackers stole $1.38 billion from cryptocurrency platforms, double the amount stolen in the same period in 2023, according to TRM Insights.
July 8, 2024
Fraud
Risk Management
Technology

Man Arrested for Roofing Scam Causing Nearly $20k in Damage
A Pennsylvania solicitor was arrested for an insurance fraud scheme that caused nearly $20k in roof damage to a homeowner's property in 2023.
July 8, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Litigation
Property
Pennsylvania

AI Helps Cut Workers Comp Costs by Identifying Fraud and Difficult Claims
Artificial intelligence is aiding insurers and employers in reducing workers comp costs by identifying difficult and fraudulent claims, but it remains a tool for claims handlers rather than a replacement.
July 8, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Technology
Workers' Compensation
California
Georgia
Massachusetts
Missouri

Adjuster’s Strategy Forces Uncooperative Claimant to Comply
An insurance adjuster uses a debtor's own words to return a wrecked truck to his driveway, forcing the claimant to finally cooperate.
July 2, 2024
Auto
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Litigation

Survey Reveals 40% Would Consider Inflating Home Insurance Claims
A survey in Ireland and the UK by Aviva finds four in ten respondents might exaggerate home insurance claims for extra compensation, with a majority supporting stricter penalties for fraud.
July 1, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Property
Risk Management

Nationwide $2.75 Billion Health Care Fraud Scheme Leads to 193 Charges
Nearly 200 individuals, including 13 from New Jersey, have been charged in a $2.75 billion health care fraud scheme that targeted Medicare, Medicaid, TRICARE, and private insurers.
July 1, 2024
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Life & Health
Litigation
New Jersey

Alameda County DA Sues Home Insurance Companies for Underinsuring Homes
The Alameda County District Attorney's Consumer Justice Bureau has filed a lawsuit against several home insurance carriers in California, including Farmers Insurance Exchange.
June 17, 2024
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Property
California

Gemini and NY Attorney General Reach $50M Settlement
Gemini has reached a $50 million settlement with the New York Attorney General's office, resolving allegations of defrauding investors.
June 14, 2024
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Technology
New York

Lawmakers Push for Unemployment Insurance Reforms After Pandemic Fraud
In response to massive fraud during the COVID-19 pandemic, U.S. lawmakers are advocating for reforms to restore confidence and integrity in the unemployment insurance program.
June 13, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
California
Illinois

Texas Man Sentenced for $2 Million Unemployment Insurance Fraud
Frank Sherman of Garland, Texas, received a two-year prison sentence and must pay nearly $2.3 million in restitution for his involvement in an unemployment insurance fraud scheme.
June 13, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
California
Nevada
Texas

Missouri Doctor Settles Health Insurance Fraud for $1.2M
Dr. Nehal Modh and Progressive Pain Management in Festus, Missouri, agreed to a $1.2 million settlement for submitting false Medicare and Medicaid claims. Whistleblower awarded $177,707.
June 13, 2024
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Life & Health
Litigation
Missouri

Woman Sues Ice Cream Company Over Lack of Real Pistachios
A woman from Long Island is suing Cold Stone Creamery, alleging that its pistachio ice cream contains no actual pistachios. The lawsuit could have significant implications for ice cream lovers across the country.
June 12, 2024
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
New York

Major Workers’ Compensation Insurance Fraud Uncovered in California
Two farm labor contractors in Kings County, California have been arraigned on multiple felony counts for allegedly underreporting $29.2 million in payroll to save on workers' compensation insurance premiums and taxes.
June 12, 2024
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Litigation
Workers' Compensation
California

Retired Fire Captain Arrested for Alleged Insurance Fraud
A retired fire captain from Davie, Florida, faces charges of insurance fraud and criminal use of personal identification for allegedly submitting falsified lodging invoices related to a 2022 insurance claim.
June 12, 2024
Fraud
Insurance Industry
Liability
Litigation
Florida

CityMD Settles $12 Million Allegations Over False Claims for COVID-19 Testing
CityMD settles allegations of submitting false claims for COVID-19 testing to a federal program for uninsured patients, paying $12.04 million to resolve the issue.
June 11, 2024
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Life & Health
Litigation
New Jersey
New York



