Fraud

Earlier this week, a Florida-based investment advisor who was once a candidate for Governor in Oregon pleaded guilty to charges that he organized a securities fraud scheme. According to federal law enforcement officials, 71 year old Craig L. Berkman bilked potential...

Tax Day came and went yesterday, which means many in Florida are likely breathing a sigh of relief, having filed their returns. While some are waiting for hefty refunds - or just celebrating being settled up for the year - others may not be so lucky. Sometimes...

Last week we talked about how the Affordable Care Act has led to an increase in False Claims Act investigations brought against doctors and other health care professionals - both in Florida and across the country. An increase in federal funding for health care fraud...

Doctors, nurses and other health care providers in Florida may face a higher likelihood of fraud accusations or investigations in light of a new law. Federal law enforcement officials have been applying new scrutiny to health care professionals over their coding,...

Last week we discussed the popularity of tax refund fraud in Florida and efforts by state law enforcement officials to combat fraudulent tax returns. Those crimes are also being fought on a federal law. The IRS recently released a report showing that they paid out a...

It's the time of the year when people begin submitting their tax returns and waiting for that refund. Particularly after the holidays, that extra bit of money is much appreciated and can go a long way.However, sometimes shooting for a large tax refund can come back to...

When people think of white collar crime and fraud, they may often picture a wealthy criminal sunning himself on the beach, having absconded with millions of dollars in stolen money. Traditionally, fraud is associated with big stock deals, disingenuous insurance claims...

Miami Police shut down two local clinics last week, both of which have been accused of facilitating auto insurance fraud. Law enforcement officials went undercover in both clinics to gather evidence that led to charges.Auto insurance fraud is sometimes facilitated by...

33 people in Miami are facing charges of Medicare fraud - including doctors, nurses, and other licensed medical professionals. A total of 91 people face charges in seven cities across the country. These arrests come as part of a nationwide crackdown by the Medicare...

Florida is once again ranked number one on the nationwide mortgage fraud index. The Sunshine State has had the highest spot on the mortgage fraud index for four of the last five quarters, according to Mortgage Daily. The index is based upon the number of active...