Tag: Insurance Fraud

Massachusetts Murder Trial Highlights Insurance Fraud and Forensic Evidence

Massachusetts murder trial of Brian Walshe spotlighting life insurance fraud and forensic evidence amid a related federal art fraud case in LA.

New York’s High Insurance Costs Driven by Legal and Regulatory Factors

New York's insurance premiums are among the highest in the U.S., driven by no-fault auto insurance laws, the Scaffold Law, and rising litigation finance. Legal reforms could reduce costs and improve market competition.

Holiday Travel Scams Target Airlines and Frequent Flyer Accounts

Holiday travelers face rising threats from sophisticated travel scams targeting airline bookings and frequent flyer miles. Learn how to protect yourself and recognize common fraud tactics.

New Scam Targets Veterans with Misleading Medicare Supplemental Dental Coverage Offers

A new scam targeting veterans uses mailed cards promising free dental coverage to mislead recipients into contacting Medicare supplemental insurance sellers. This highlights ongoing challenges in insurance marketing compliance and consumer protection for veterans.

GAO Report Highlights Persistent ACA Enrollment Fraud Risk and Verification Gaps

The GAO report uncovers ongoing unauthorized plan changes and enrollment fraud within the ACA marketplace, exposing verification weaknesses and highlighting the need for stronger consumer and regulatory protections.

Ex-Life Insurance Broker Sentenced for $700K Client Fraud and Tax Evasion

Former life insurance broker Ronald Scott Daley sentenced to 4.5 years for defrauding clients of $707K and evading taxes in Ohio case.

Farm Bureau Insurance Faces Federal Fraud Reporting Lawsuit Including New Mexico

Farm Bureau Insurance is sued for allegedly suppressing fraud evidence and blocking legally required reports, implicating New Mexico and other states in regulatory compliance issues.

GAO Report Highlights Persistent ACA Enrollment Fraud Despite New Federal Rules

The GAO 2025 report reveals persistent fraud in ACA enrollments with unauthorized plan changes despite new CMS federal rules, urging stronger verification for insurance marketplaces.

GAO Report Reveals Persistent Enrollment Fraud Challenges in ACA Marketplaces

The GAO's 2025 report highlights ongoing enrollment fraud and identity verification weaknesses in the ACA marketplaces, stressing the need for stronger anti-fraud measures and legislative action.

Baltimore Agent Convicted of Insurance Fraud and Obstruction

Michael C. Okolo, former Maryland insurance agent, convicted of insurance fraud and obstruction of justice for misappropriating client funds and fabricating evidence. Further trials pending for additional charges.