Super insurance fraudsters join the Hall of Shame
The Coalition Against Insurance Fraud introduces scammers, liars, murderers, and arsonists into the elite group of 'shamers.'
Unlicensed agency employee charged with fraud in Calif.
A licensed agent also faces charges for actions that put clients' coverage and information at risk.
Getting the truth: What is your insured really saying?
With social distancing and masks, insurance adjusters need to 'read between the lines' when it comes to discerning what an insured is or isn't sharing.
Beware of phishing scams
Smart fraudsters are using emails that appear to be from reputable companies to capture personal data.
New Atlanta police policy on noninjury wrecks could be a 'recipe' for fraud
The decision to not to send officers to noninjury accidents could open the door for fraudulent auto and bodily injury claims.
Playing dead: Cashing in on insurance fraud
Faking death to escape debt or collect insurance might seem extreme, but how easy is it to do?
Playing dead: Cashing in on insurance fraud
Faking death to escape debt or collect insurance might seem extreme, but how easy is it to do?
Inside the mind of a fraudster
Technology has incredible advantages in the insurance world but increases the disconnect a customer has with their insurer.
'The New Normal': Fraudster paradise, insurer nightmare
Fighting fraud in the call center can be particularly challenging for property and casualty insurance providers.
Insurance Speak: What makes fraudsters tick?
A new podcast takes listeners inside the mind of a fraudster, including how they view insurance fraud and why they think they will succeed.
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