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Find out what is happening in the insurance fraud fight in New York through this public hearing:
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More than 100 Amtrak employees involved in fraudulent insurance scheme. The workers conspired with medical professionals to swindle the company's health care plan out of over $12 million. Twelve Amtrak employees, and three healthcare providers, were charged in federal court.

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Amtrak Inspector General Kevin H. Winters said "The sheer volume of employees who cavalierly participated in this scheme to steal Amtrak's funds suggests not only a serious lapse in basic ethics, but a troubling workforce culture"

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Davis was among 18 ex-NBA players convicted of submitting false medical and dental claims between 2017 and 2020.

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Fast-forward to the present day, and the Louisiana State University alum is currently serving a sentence in prison for his role in a wide-ranging insurance fraud case that roped in Davis along with a number of other Boston alums.

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Where did it all go sideways for the Baton Rouge, Louisiana native? Fraud, of course. Glen 'Big Baby' Davis, a former Boston Celtics forward and 2008 NBA champion, has been sentenced to 40 months in prison for his involvement in a $5 million insurance fraud scheme targeting

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For many fans of the Boston Celtics, it feels like just yesterday that the "Ubuntu" iteration of the team were winning Banner 17 with the help of backup big man Glen "Big Baby" Davis.

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The result? A federal prison sentence and a clear reminder that cutting corners on compliance can bring the whole operation to a screeching halt. https://t.co/XhqTalliRb

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Tony Kirik, owner of New York-based Orange Transportation Services Inc. and secretly of Dallas Logistics Inc., has been sentenced to 45 months in prison for a scheme to dodge federal safety oversight. By hiding his ownership of Dallas Logistics and misrepresenting company details

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Kirik secured a better safety rating and lower insurance premiums than he was entitled to. The plan? Keep business rolling despite Orange’s conditional safety status.

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The New York StateWide Senior Action Council (StateWide), a 53-year-old non-profit organization dedicated to serving the needs and well-being of our State's approximately 2.5 million senior citizens today announced its Medicare Fraud of the Month for April: Medical Identity Theft

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Tips to Safeguard Yourself: - Regularly review your Explanation of Benefits statements for unfamiliar charges.​
- Be cautious about sharing personal and medical information, especially over the phone or online.​
- Report any suspicious activity to your insurance provider

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This case highlights the importance of transparency in the trucking industry and the severe consequences of attempting to deceive regulatory authorities.

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Anatoliy Kirik, owner of Orange Transportation Services Inc. and Dallas Logistics Inc., has been sentenced to 45 months in prison for defrauding the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).

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This reduced insurance premiums, and increased revenue from customers who might have avoided a carrier with a conditional rating.

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The takeaway? Always verify the credentials of contractors and consult your insurance provider before agreeing to significant home repairs.​ https://t.co/qCbar45s9z

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An elderly couple in Franklin Square, New York, fell victim to a roofing scam that cost them $129,000. Clifford Whitaker, 43, owner of New Dawn Construction, allegedly approached the couple on March 8, claiming their roof needed minor repairs estimated at $2,500.

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However, no legitimate claim was filed, and the document provided was fraudulent. He has been arraigned on multiple charges, including insurance fraud and grand larceny, and faces up to 7 years in prison if convicted.