Beware of Social Media Scams
Fraud scams and schemers are ever-evolving. The snake-oil salesman was replaced by the telephone scammer, who was replaced by the robo-caller, who the email spammer then replaced. While none of...
The Case of the Double Dipping Upholsterer
A 36-year-old upholsterer alleged multiple injuries against his employer of three years, following his termination for stealing company materials. A week after his termination, he sought medical treatment and was...
History of Injuries Revealed, Criminal Charges Follow
A 56-year-old education assistant claimed to injure her elbow while pulling a gate open at work. Some five months later, this California woman claimed to aggravate the injury to...
Detailer’s Deceptive Scheme Derailed
A 39-year-old auto detailer claimed to injure his back after a coworker backed a car into him. Coworkers reported seeing no sign of impact, nor him falling to the...
The Truth Lies in the Evidence
Insurance fraud is an intentional crime that involves a lie made to a person or entity with the intent to receive something not rightfully owed to that person. When...
Buyer Beware: Holiday Shopping Alert
Online retail makes up a progressively greater proportion of all purchases worldwide. According to statista.com, internet purchases were made by over 2 billion people worldwide in 2020. Coming in at...
All I Want for Christmas is a Security Camera
Surveillance can play a pivotal role in a workers’ compensation claim investigation. Whether it's performed by the insurance company or captured by a business’ internal cameras, surveillance can help...
Post Pandemic Fraud Prevention
In case you missed it, it’s not too late. You can now view our most recent anti-fraud training session on demand.
During International Fraud Awareness Week, ICW Group’s Special Investigations...
Fighting Fraud is a Global Effort
Each year, organizations worldwide come together to promote anti-fraud awareness and education during International Fraud Awareness Week. ICW Group is once again a proud participant of this year's event...
Investigation Update: Plumber Pleads Guilty After He’s Caught on Surveillance
A San Diego man has pled guilty to felony insurance fraud charges surrounding his attempt to defraud the workers’ compensation system.
As featured in a previous story, Plumber’s Story Has...
