
Major Insurance Fraud Ring Busted in Everett, Six Indicted
A sophisticated insurance fraud scheme in Everett involving over $1 million in false claims leads to multiple indictments, with two suspects still at large.
February 27, 2024
Fraud
Litigation
Risk Management
Massachusetts
Rhode Island

Bumble Inc. Agrees to $315,000 Settlement with New Jersey Over Dating Safety Law Violations
Bumble Inc. settles for $315,000 and agrees to revise its practices to meet New Jersey's strict consumer protection and internet dating safety standards.
February 23, 2024
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Technology
New Jersey
Texas

Tax Preparer Admits to Pandemic Unemployment Insurance Fraud Scheme
A tax preparer from Allen Park pleads guilty to using stolen identities for filing false unemployment claims during the pandemic, facing significant prison time.
February 21, 2024
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Risk Management
Michigan

Major Medicaid Fraud Case Ends with $6.4 Million Seizure in New Jersey
New Jersey's aggressive stance against Medicaid fraud results in a $6.4 million seizure, marking a significant victory for the state's healthcare system integrity.
February 14, 2024
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Property
New Jersey

FTC Reports Record-Breaking $10 Billion Lost to Fraud in 2023
For the first time, consumer fraud losses have hit the $10 billion mark in 2023, with investment scams leading the way, according to FTC data.
February 13, 2024
Fraud
Legislation & Regulation
Technology

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




