Fraud News – Page 14
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NewsGoCompare becomes first aggregator to be named IFB member
The comparison site says it has access to tons of data which can help in the fight against fraud
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NewsBishop jailed for ID theft of community members for insurance fraud
He knew details of one of the cars as he’d helped the person buy their vehicle
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NewsLV= to launch multiple AI fraud initiatives 'by the end of the year'
LV=’s director of fraud says the new platforms will enrich the responsibilities of staff, and even lead to more being brought in
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NewsFCA launches task group to crack down on phoenixing
The FCA sat down with the FSCS, the FOS and other regulatory partners to discuss how to tackle the ongoing issue
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NewsPolice officer convicted after fake motor theft claim
She lied about her personal car being stolen while serving in the Metropolitan Police
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NewsIFED investigation leads to jail time for serial travel insurance fraudster
Fraudster used fake documents as he lied about cancelling a family holiday
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NewsKeoghs and LV= expose 'wicked' fraud ring targeting the elderly
LV= and Keoghs are bringing justice to fraud ring who targeted elderly insureds, the oldest being aged 102
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NewsMoJ considering enhancing MedCo's remit as part of whiplash reforms
The MoJ published an update to its whiplash reforms plan this morning, and is seeking consultation
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NewsInsurer obsession with claims tables could disrupt fraud battle - Horwich Farrelly
The law firm thinks insurers could get caught up with their claims rates, thus stopping them from properly interrupting fraud
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NewsRandy horses and thieving monkeys - Aviva dealt with some strange claims in 2018
Aviva releases details of some notable cases as it reveals it accepted nearly one million claims last year
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NewsSocial media proves to be the downfall for fundamentally dishonest fraudster
Allianz and BLM found contradictory evidence to a claim where a fraudster said she suffered from severe pain
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NewsFraudster sentenced after Aviva seeks punishment for orange juice trip scam
Aviva, along with Clyde & Co successfully pursue case as private prosecution leads to suspended sentence and electronic tag
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NewsFCA vows crackdown on 'cowboys' after taking over CMC regulation
The FCA says the regime “aims to boost consumer protection and the professionalism of the sector by driving up standards in the industry”
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NewsFraudulent claims increase by 27% in 2018
According to Cifas, household and motor claims saw the largest increases
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NewsSedgwick sees increased cyber activity as it announces fraud savings
Sedgwick saved a total of £47m when dealing with its clients’ claims last year
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NewsCavity Wall Insulation: Not the new PPI, but deserving of special attention by insurers
A new wave of potential fraud has reared its ugly head, but is it as bad as first feared?
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NewsSmall businesses the key to fighting cyber fraud, report claims
Small businesses represent 99.3% of all private businesses in the UK, and a report says they have a responsibility to their customers and communities
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NewsFCA warns of clone firm posing as Birmingham broker
Clone firms have been trying to scam people in the UK, the FCA has warned
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NewsManchester Arena bombing fraudster ordered to pay back £139,000
Susan Pain abused her position as the director of an insurance broker to make false claims
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NewsWoman accused of chopping off own hand to defraud insurer
The 21-year old used a circular saw in an attempt to sever her arm so she could claim £340,000 from her insurance company
