Singing a Sad Song
Most country songs tell stories about human nature and the tragic circumstances that are often part of life. Even though this category of music most often covers broken hearts and regret, a fair amount...
View ArticlePre-existing Fraud
Car accidents happen all the time. Some people walk away without a scratch and count their lucky stars. Other unfortunate folks deserve compensation to treat injuries received from a crash. The...
View ArticleFraud Chain
Much like the food chain describes relationships between organisms and different levels of prey, fraud also needs victims in order for crime to perpetuate. The California Statewide Law Enforcement...
View ArticleWait Just a Minute Mr. Postman!
In the popular Motown hit, Please Mr. Postman, the lyrics describe one man’s desire to get a letter from his girlfriend. As the song goes on, you begin to understand that the impatient boyfriend has...
View ArticleSincerely Apologetic
You don’t often see a criminal admit guilt and be truly sorry for the crime committed. But, it appears that when standing before a judge, true remorse and regret goes a long way toward reducing a...
View ArticleCaught In the Act
In today’s world, the variety of devices with recording capabilities is almost limitless. As a result, fraudsters are having a tougher time getting away with crime, as evidenced by a story on...
View ArticleCaught in the Act
A picture is worth a thousand words and in the case of one California fraudster, one word – “guilty.” According to an article in the Daily Press, video surveillance led to the conviction of an...
View ArticleCome on Down
To be successful at workers’ compensation fraud, criminals must be experts in malingering – the act of faking a physical or psychological illness for personal gain. According to an article in The Week,...
View ArticleGetting Something for Nothing
A moocher is someone who relies others constantly. A story published on kionrightnow.com details a former resident of Georgia who mooched off of the federal government and received approximately...
View ArticleTrue Accusations
It is frustrating to be accused of something you didn’t do. But, it’s another thing if the deed was actually committed. An article published on WDTN.com covers the case of an Ohio man, who was accused...
View ArticleBeauty vs. Brains
The argument for which is better – beauty or brains – is a subjective one. However, an article published by Fox News details the story of a young California woman who may have failed to understand the...
View ArticleA Hole Full of Trouble
Criminals almost always mess up at some point during their attempt to defraud their victims. A press release posted by the Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation provides a link to a security video...
View ArticleCopy Cat Fraud?
Imitation is the greatest form of flattery. Along similar lines regarding fraud, some criminals think that if a scam worked once, why not try it again. (After all, why reinvent the wheel?) A story...
View ArticleKneading Fraud
Workers’ compensation claims can cover a wide spectrum of injuries sustained while on-the-job. Sometimes, fraudsters can get creative with their attempts to obtain payments they don’t deserve by making...
View ArticleWhat a Nightmare
Children aren’t the only ones that experience nightmares. Adults don’t usually fear that monsters live under their bed, but occasionally stressful situations can cause a fitful night of sleep. An...
View ArticleFraudsters Use Social Media Too
If you don’t want anyone to know where you are, don’t post a picture of yourself on any social media platform. An article posted on WorkersCompensation.com tells about an Ohio woman who was trying to...
View ArticleFollowing the Steps to Fraud
When an on-the-job injury occurs, there are a number of steps an injured person must usually take: first seek medical treatment as soon as possible. Following treatment, the employee must then notify...
View ArticleStruck by Fraud
All types of accidents occur while on the job. For instance, a construction worker may sustain an injury as a result of operating heavy machinery, while someone with a desk job may suffer from carpal...
View ArticleBackground Check
It is important to be vigilant about background checks when hiring a contractor to perform work on your house or property. (If the contractor is not licensed by the state, consumers can be personally...
View ArticleBold-faced Lie
It is amazing how many people commit fraud by telling bold-faced lies. (In their brazenness, criminals usually don’t consider the repercussions of their actions until they are caught.) A story...
View Article
