Fraud
Fraud gang sentenced
Following a detailed insurance fraud investigation by Merseyside police's crime operations unit, 25 defendants have received sentences ranging from imprisonment to community orders.
Serious Fraud Office conviction rate up 74%
The Serious Fraud Office has significantly increased its conviction rate in cases brought before the courts in the past year, according to figures it is releasing in advance of its annual report.
Solicitors concerned by fraud "epidemic"
LV funded research has found that over six in ten legal professionals believe that TV advertising is one of the key reasons for the increase in people reporting false personal injury claims.
50 years ago: Twin is sent to jail for arson fraud
George and Jack Hart were identical twins. They worked together in the same firm as partners, and they lived together with their families in two flats in the same house.
E-Business 2010: A more refined approach
The temptation to be reactive to rapid changes in the ultra-competitive personal lines motor market is immense. Andy Nightingale explains why more discerning tactics are required.
E-Business 2010 - Conference News: Barclays chief: security is major customer fear
Sean Gilchrist, digital banking director at Barclays Bank, told attendees that listening to consumer concerns was the key to creating a successful — and fraud-free — online offering.
Election 2010 - Industry Q&A: Question time
In the final part of the countdown to the general election, Post took questions from the leading lights of the insurance industry and put them to the three main political parties.
Allianz claims victory for future in Bent case
Allianz has welcomed the Court of Appeal's judgment in the Darren Bent credit hire case as a "resounding victory" for the insurance industry over credit hire operators.
Axa boss hits back at Accident Exchange
Axa Insurance claims managing director David Williams has hit back at credit hire operator Accident Exchange, after being revealed as the insurer with the most exposure to Autofocus evidence.
Anti-fraud group steps up battle against spurious claims
Following recent concerns about fraud in cash plans, the Health Insurance Counter Fraud Group has decided to create a new category of associate membership for all cash plan providers in the UK.
Garwyn recruits new fraud policy head
Garwyn has appointed Tracy Kenny in the newly created role of policies and procedures officer. Reporting to Ian Chapman, finance director, Ms Kenny will be based at Garwyn’s claims management unit in Birmingham.
IFB and MIB to strike deal
The Insurance Fraud Bureau is set to strike a support services deal with the Motor Insurance Bureau, allowing it to expand into new services and product lines.
Birmingham tops list for motor fraud
Birmingham has topped a list of the areas with the highest level of motor insurance fraud across England.
IFB and MIB join forces to tackle fraud
The Insurance Fraud Bureau has entered into an agreement with the Motor Insurers’ Bureau for support services following a consultations between the two boards.
Insurance fraud losses could reach £2.5bn
General insurance fraud losses could reach £2.5bn during 2010, according to the latest insight report from Experian.
Keoghs warns of insurance fraud "plague" spreading across England
A study published by law firm Keoghs has claimed that motor insurance fraud is affecting more of England’s most densely populated areas than ever before.
Teceris fraud team joins Questgates
Questgates has appointed Teceris Claims Services' former director of fraud John Freeman as counter fraud director.
Cunningham Lindsey names liability services fraud manager
Claims management company Cunningham Lindsey has appointed Zurich’s Sharon Hurst as a fraud manager in its liability services division.
English courts show willingness to interpret fraud widely
Cavell USA and Randall v Seaton Insurance Company and Stonewall Insurance Company (Court of Appeal — 16 December 2010).
Legal analysis - fraudulent misrepresentation: Love my tender
When does an ambitious sales pitch become a fraud? Dipti Hunter and Michael Williams report on the difficulties in proving fraudulent misreprentation.
MIB reduces levy on insurers for third year
The Motor Insurers' Bureau has introduced an annual levy on motor insurers of £397m for 2010, marking the third reduction in contributions to the fund of last resort in three years.
Aviva and MIB wade into debate on "fronting" fraud
New research from the Motor Insurers' Bureau and Aviva reveals that more than two-thirds of UK drivers do not understand what it means to ‘front' an insurance policy.
Swiftcover warns "fronting" fraud has doubled in two years
An estimated 36 000 parents are committing fraud by illegally putting their sons and daughters down as a ‘spouse' or ‘partner' on their car insurance policy - a crime known as fronting according to Axa-owned firm.