Insurance Fraud
Some groups estimate that insurance fraud costs society several hundred million dollars annually.  Yes, insurance fraud hurts society, not just insurance companies.  Insurance rates are based on statistics and the probability that various events, such as a home catching fire, a car accident, or a flood, will actually occur.  All of those fraudulent insurance claims increase the likelihood that insurers will have to make payments, which means that insurance customers must pay higher rates to keep the insurance companies profitable. 

The worst part about this type of theft is that it so often goes unpunished, which is probably why it is so prevalent.  A family with fire insurance might not be able to afford renovations, but the insurance company sure can.  Setting one's own house on fire can be profitable for a morally bankrupt individual.  Once a blaze begins, it can be difficult to determine how it actually started.  The local fire department may be able to determine the cause, but they cannot always tell whether the fire was a genuine accident.

It is not uncommon for insurance fraudsters to stage car accidents, feign injuries at work, or set up any number of scenarios that make them appear to be victims.  If money is available, you can bet that desperate people have figured out how to get a hold of it.  Many insurance scams have been executed so many times that they have become formulaic.

Private Investigators Solve Insurance Fraud
If you work for an insurance company, you might be familiar with some of the cons people regularly attempt.  When you need professionals to disprove those false claims, call JP Investigative Group.  We are a team of licensed private investigators who are seasoned at uncovering fraud.  Do not allow con artists to hurt your business and your customers.  Call us at 1-877-990-2111, and we will help you avoid those unnecessary payments.