Fraud
Bogus burglary claims top Innovation's 2013 fraud trend table
Research from insurance software firm Innovation Group into the top fraud trends for 2013 has shown that apparent burglary was the most popular bogus claim.
Fraud Focus: Keeping pace in the fraud fight
The world of insurance fraud is fast paced and getting even faster. If you thought 2013 was interesting then 2014 certainly should not disappoint when it comes to change in the fight against fraud. Are you ready?
My Licence: Seal of approval
While the My Licence driver data-sharing initiative may have some obstacles to overcome, the industry consensus is that it should benefit all parties involved in motor insurance.
Your say: What has changed?
I’d like to add my thoughts to the recent debate regarding an apparent new found hesitance among insurers when instructing investigators and particularly surveillance experts.
Crawford partners with private investigator in Australia
Global loss adjuster Crawford & Co and private investigator Ramsey Investigation Services International have signed a memorandum of understanding to help detect motor claims fraud in Australia.
Review of the Year: General Insurance: A year of red tape
With the implementation of the Jackson reforms and the start of twin peaks regulation, reform and regulation dominated a mixed 2013 for the general insurance sector
Ageas joins the IFB
Ageas Retail business has become the latest firm to sign up to the Insurance Fraud Bureau.
Leeds-based fraud investigator AGS Risk Solutions bought by Insight
Claims investigation company Insight has acquired Leeds-based fraud and financial crime investigations provider AGS Risk Solutions.
IFR still expected to go live before 2014
The Insurance Fraud Register is still planned to go live before the end of the year despite market rumours several insurers are holding up its progress.
Ifed makes its 400th arrest
The Insurance Fraud Enforcement Department’s arrest tally has hit 400 after detectives detained an insurance fraudster suspect in Hampshire.
Claims Club: Industry on alert as fraud gangs target claims for smartphones and tablets
Insurers are becoming increasingly alive to the activities of organised criminal groups amid a high level of fraudulent gadget insurance claims.
IFB and Crimestoppers launch ‘crash for cash’ campaign
The Insurance Fraud Bureau and Crimestoppers have launched a camping highlighting the crash for cash hotspots and appealing for information on those making bogus claims.
Blog: The importance of data analysis
Data has always played a significant role in all key stages of the insurance customer lifecycle. But, increasingly, the onus is on insurers to take all the necessary steps to understand their customers, validate the information provided and assess the…
Penny Black's Insurance Week - 26 November
A day at the races is par for the course for women of Penny’s stature, and at one such occasion last week Penny found herself in the pleasant company of Torus’ head of marine Demian Smith.
Blog: Time for change
The Insurance Fraud Bureau has been a positive, collectively funded vehicle for the industry in tackling organised motor fraud, and has influenced industry thinking.
Former South African broker accused of fraud identified by UK students
An insurance broker who fled South Africa after being accused of committing £1.5m fraud has been identified by UK school students he taught in Cornwall.
Industry launches ghost broking campaign
The Insurance Fraud Enforcement Department, the Insurance Fraud Bureau, Crimestoppers and the Association of British Insurers has launched a campaign warning young motorists about ghost brokers.
Industry bodies join forces to warn public about threat of ghost brokers
ABI, Ifed and IFB work with Crimestoppers in campaign targeting young male drivers.
Insurers hope for strike-out legislation after consultation on Summers review
Only two of 18 parties voice opposition to review in Law Commission consultation.
Comment: My Licence will benefit all parties
Project aims to reduce costs for insurers, speed up underwriting and ultimately bring down motor premiums.
Industrial deafness: The new whiplash?
As fraudsters and claims management companies begin to feel the impact of whiplash reform, is industrial deafness becoming insurers’ new problem area?
Motor market urged to get on-board with My Licence
The Association of British Insurers is calling on the motor insurance market to sign up to My Licence to reduce fraud and improve policy applications.
Restoration firm and insurers join forces against fraud
A new fraud identification service aimed to help insurance companies identify and reduce the cost of fraudulent claims has been launched by claims audit and damage restoration experts firm Servicemaster Clean.
Your say: Getting campaigning right
If the Association of British Insurers are now seriously considering a publicity campaign to change the hearts and minds of the public and alter the commonly held view that insurance fraud is a victimless crime, then this must, in my opinion, be…