November 18, 2024
What is Insurance Fraud?
Insurance fraud is a crime!$308.6 billion is lost to insurance fraud each year! It’s a crime we all pay for!Insurance fraud costs consumers approximately $900 a year in additional premiums! Report insurance fraud!If you believe someone’s committing insurance fraud REPORT IT! What is Insurance Fraud?
November 18, 2024
Governor Declares Nov. 17-23 as “Insurance Fraud Awareness Week In Utah”
Whereas, insurance fraud poses a threat to the financial well-being of the hard-working citizens of the state of Utah; Whereas, fraudulent activities affect approximately 30% of Utah policyholders’ insurance premiums and are estimated to cost American businesses and consumers $308.6 billion annually; Whereas, insurance fraud manifests in various forms including arson, fictitious thefts, staged accidents, fictitious injuries, premium fraud, organized
March 20, 2024
Consumer Alert: Beware of Fake Shipping Insurance
The Utah Insurance Department warns consumers of unlicensed companies and individuals that offer coverage for packages that are damaged in shipping or stolen from porches. Some companies will use technicalities and fine print to avoid paying consumers. Others may not have the necessary cash on hand to pay claims. […]
May 18, 2022
Roofing Scams? “Hail” yes!
Consider these tips to make sure you don’t get blown away by fraud. […]
February 2, 2022
Workers Comp Fraud Costs More Than $32 Billion Every Year
Scammers get caught through surveillance, social media monitoring, or medical provider records. Don’t try it. […]
September 23, 2021
Healthcare Sharing Ministries: 4 Points to Consider
Healthcare sharing ministries (HCSM) offer a healthcare option, mostly for affordability. Some are good, while others exploit loopholes to commit fraud. Know before you buy. […]
June 17, 2021
Insurance Scammers & Cybercrime: On the Rise
Awareness is your best defense against insurance scammers and hackers who want to steal your information. Most cybercrimes involve identity theft. Criminals steal personal information to hack accounts and access funds. Identity theft can lead to insurance fraud. Here are come common scams. […]
June 16, 2021
Telemedicine: Safe Steps for Patients
Covid-19 is spurring telemedicine growth. Plan ahead, stay alert, and be aware of costly scams. […]
November 20, 2020
Fraud Awareness: 5 Ways to Stay Safe
Stay alert to insurance scams year-round. Get the most out of your insurance policies. Be safe, know the warning signs — and report scams. […]
May 6, 2020
Don’t Stimulate Fraud
Economic stimulus payments arriving now from the federal government are an enticing target for scammers. They have many too-good-to-be-true methods for taking your money. […]
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