Fraud
Equifax wins G4S insurance fraud protection contract
G4S Investigation Solutions UK has reached an agreement whereby Equifax will provide fraud protection and data matching solutions to its specialist insurance claims division.
Welcome to the bizarre world of insurance fraud
by Sally Griffiths, director at VFM Services Ltd
Engagement ring fraudster jailed for 27 months
A conman who pawned his wife’s engagement ring and then falsely claimed for it on his insurance has been jailed for 27 months.
Fidelity insurance: Inside job
Despite theft and fraud by employees being the second-biggest reason for store loss in the UK, many firms prefer to sweep such incidents under the rug. How can companies protect themselves better?
Fraudulent fiancé who lied about 'stolen' ring avoids jail
A deceitful fiancé who tried to con his insurer out of £20 000 by claiming his wife-to-be’s engagement ring was stolen while on holiday in Brazil has been slapped with a fine and a suspended prison sentence.
One Insurance discovers fraud claims worth £100k
Doncaster-based One Insurance has halted two fraudulent claims which could have cost the company more than £100 000.
Pro-golfer to pay £8k for income protection con
A pro-golfer who fraudulently claimed more than £8000 for a knee injury that supposedly left him unable to work has been ordered to repay the money, and carry out 140 hours of unpaid work.
Fraud Focus: Sophisticated cyber crime coming
Insurers must take the window of opportunity to develop countermeasures
Insurance fraud tipped to rise amid tough economic conditions
The current economic climate is expected to lead to an increase in the number of consumers willing to commit insurance fraud, according to a You Gov survey commissioned by Equifax.
Telematics uncovers fraud in £54k Aviva claim
Telematics was the key in the dismissal of a £54 000 personal injury claim placed with Aviva, according to a motor fraud investigation company.
Fraudster jailed after £2m PI claim to RSA disproved
A man who attempted to claim nearly £2m from RSA for a workplace injury is currently serving a six month jail sentence after pleading guilty to contempt in February.
Aviva uncovers 19% rise in fraud in 2013
British insurer Aviva detected over £110m worth of insurance fraud in 2013 – a 19% increase compared with 2012.
Your say: Insurance Fraud Register in the slow lane
I feel compelled to respond to Post’s recent article concerning the Insurance Fraud Register in the 10 April edition.
The Technology of the future
This special video edition of Post, The Technology of the Future, offers a greater insight into a number of the key developments that are helping reshape the UK and international insurance sectors.
85% of workplace injuries uncompensated says Apil
A huge majority of workplace related injuries and illnesses remain uncompensated according to figures released by the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers.
Expertise in action: Data validation in the broker space
The insurance industry has invested heavily in its capabilities to detect and stop fraud in recent years. And this is as true at the front end with data validation as it is with claims fraud at the back.
Ridesharing: Sharing responsibility
The increasing popularity of ridesharing is creating a range of challenges for insurers – particularly when it comes to liability
Last of crash for cash death gang jailed
The final prosecution over a fatal road traffic collision intended as an insurance fraud has seen Ireneusz Marek Staniak , 43, from Berners Avenue, Ealing last week jailed for nine years for causing death by dangerous driving.
Judge dismisses £60k claim for nightclub accident
A judge has thrown out a £60 000 claim for an alleged nightclub dance floor accident citing lack of credible evidence.
'Ruthless' Bradford ghost broker jailed for First Central scam
A Bradford ghost broker who defrauded both First Central and his clients has been jailed for selling invalid car insurance policies to motorists across the city.
Firms deny dodging referral fee ban as select committee prepares ABS report
MP concerned insurers are using alternative business structures to circumvent ban.
Insurance Fraud Register backers dismiss criticisms over slow progress
Hill Dickinson fraud boss Oakes says value of the IFR is ‘incredibly limited’.
Legal update - Alan Bate v Aviva: Court of Appeal dismisses property case after failure to disclose business risk
Mark Aitken examines a case where a high net worth individual failed to give a fair presentation of risk.
Fraud Focus: A new tool to tackle fraud
Deferred Prosecution Agreements have long been a construct of US law, but since 24 February they are also now possible in England and Wales. So, what are DPAs, and are they relevant to insurance fraud?