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#insurance-fraud
fromFortune
3 hours ago
California

A bizarre insurance scam was exposed as 'clearly a human in a bear suit' damaging luxury cars | Fortune

fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 day ago
California

3 Southern California residents sentenced in bear suit insurance fraud scheme

Three residents staged fake bear attacks on cars for insurance fraud, leading to jail sentences and restitution.
fromRoad & Track
1 month ago
Law

New York Judge Brings the Hammer Down on Alleged Staged Car Accident, Insurance Fraud Ring

A New York court ruled an alleged staged car-crash insurance fraud ring ineligible for insurer payouts after finding intentional collisions and coordinated medical kickbacks.
California
fromFortune
3 hours ago

A bizarre insurance scam was exposed as 'clearly a human in a bear suit' damaging luxury cars | Fortune

Three individuals in California staged insurance fraud using a bear costume to claim damages on luxury cars, seeking nearly $142,000 in payouts.
Law
fromSFGATE
1 day ago

Bear costume used in 'unbelievable' SoCal insurance fraud scam

Multiple individuals in Glendale were sentenced for a bizarre insurance fraud case involving a bear costume and luxury cars.
California
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 day ago

3 Southern California residents sentenced in bear suit insurance fraud scheme

Three residents staged fake bear attacks on cars for insurance fraud, leading to jail sentences and restitution.
#wire-fraud
fromQNS
3 days ago
Law

Corona woman pleads guilty to defrauding elderly Long Island couple out of nearly $10 million: Feds - QNS

Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

Disconnected systems fueling title, wire fraud risks

Wire instruction defects and licensing irregularities persist, highlighting challenges in data management and regulatory oversight in the title industry.
Law
fromQNS
3 days ago

Corona woman pleads guilty to defrauding elderly Long Island couple out of nearly $10 million: Feds - QNS

A personal assistant swindled $9.5 million from an elderly couple by forging signatures and misusing funds over seven years.
UK news
fromIndependent
2 days ago

Accountant who stole almost 30,000 from the golf club she worked for jailed

An accountant received a partially suspended three-year prison sentence for stealing nearly €30,000 from a golf club.
#fraud
fromsfist.com
5 days ago
Silicon Valley real estate

Sonoma County Real Estate Investor Ken Mattson to Take Guilty Plea In Federal Fraud Case

fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago
UK politics

Woman impersonated husband's voice in near 100,000 fraud scheme

Karen Lawrence was sentenced to 300 hours of unpaid work for embezzling nearly 100,000 by impersonating her husband.
France news
fromThe Local France
3 days ago

French police arrest man for selling fake sick notes online

A man was arrested in France for selling over 44,000 fake doctor's notes, facing up to 10 years in prison and a €1 million fine.
Real estate
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
4 days ago

What makes an experienced conveyancer worth the investment in Australian property transactions - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Conveyancing in Australia is complex, requiring professional help to navigate varying state regulations and ensure legal compliance in property transactions.
Law
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Two cousins admit to a double-booking rental scam to steal $8.5 million and disrupt travel nationwide

Two cousins pleaded guilty to a rental scam involving over 10,000 bookings and $8.5 million in fraudulent revenue through platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

'Fake landlord lied that his dad had died to scam my deposit'

Rental scams in London are prevalent, with many victims losing deposits and facing last-minute housing crises.
Law
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Attorneys used AI to write court filings, cited fake legal decisions, State Bar alleges

Three attorneys in California face discipline for submitting AI-generated court filings with nonexistent legal citations.
#michael-flatley
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago
LA real estate

Michael Flatley's new board to probe alleged purchase of Daniel Kinahan's mansion seized by CAB

fromIndependent
2 weeks ago
LA real estate

Michaek Flatley's new board to probe alleged purchase of Daniel Kinahan's mansion seized by CAB

fromIndependent
2 weeks ago
LA real estate

Michael Flatley's new board to probe alleged purchase of Daniel Kinahan's mansion seized by CAB

fromIndependent
2 weeks ago
LA real estate

Michaek Flatley's new board to probe alleged purchase of Daniel Kinahan's mansion seized by CAB

Boston real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

Virginia widow alleges wrongful reverse mortgage foreclosure

The lawsuit challenges HUD's handling of reverse mortgages, claiming protections for non-borrowing spouses were not implemented properly, leading to wrongful foreclosures.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

eXp denied dismissal of fraud claims in sexual misconduct case

During the three-year span of the lawsuit, eXp and its founder Glenn Sanford faced allegations of negligent hiring. But these claims against Sanford and the company were ultimately dismissed.
Law
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 weeks ago

The overlooked notarizations quietly slowing mortgage workflows

Lenders are modernizing the closing process with digital tools, but notarization outside closing events remains a challenge, slowing loan velocity and increasing compliance risks.
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Friendship fraud: warnings of rise in insidious' scam targeting older people

Friendship fraud targets older individuals, exploiting their loneliness and leading to significant financial losses through small, repeated requests for money.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

L.A. model lured victims through dating apps then stole from them, prosecutors say. Now she's headed to trial.

At her trial, we will prove beyond a reasonable doubt that this defendant exploited trust built through online relationships to gain access to victims' homes and steal from them. Her ability to deceptively influence others, whether in person or online, has now come to an end.
LA real estate
Law
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Melrose man charged with stealing hundreds of thousands from clients, prosecutors say

A Melrose lawyer faces multiple charges for embezzling client funds and practicing law while suspended.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

eXp, former agents ask judge to end Roberts sexual assault lawsuit

Roberts alleges that the girlfriend of David Golden, one of the men she has claimed sexually assaulted her, placed a pill in her mouth and told her it was Adderall. Instead, it was a drug that caused Roberts to black out. While Roberts said she doesn't remember the majority of what happened after blacking out, she said that through the testimony of others at the event, flashes of memory that came back to her and contextual clues, she concluded that she was raped by Golden and another former eXp agent Michael Bjorkman.
SF LGBT
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

11 charged after allegedly staging robberies to claim victim status on immigration applications

The scheme began in March 2023, when Rambhai Patel, then 36, carried out staged armed robberies with co-conspirators at at least six convenience stores, liquor stores, and fast food restaurants in Massachusetts and other states. Prosecutors said the robberies were designed to help store clerks falsely claim they were victims of violent crimes in applications for U nonimmigrant status, commonly known as a U visa.
Boston
fromReadWrite
1 month ago

Police say gambling spending tied to Tallahassee property fraud

According to police, the case centers on how money connected to a client's property holdings was handled. Detectives say their review found signs that funds tied to the portfolio were improperly moved into the company's operating account.
US news
fromtherealdeal.com
1 month ago

Chaos at NJ Attorney's office hampers mortgage fraud cases

President Donald Trump appointed his former personal lawyer, Alina Habba, to lead the prominent New Jersey office early in his term before a judge, Matthew Brann, disqualified Habba for sidestepping Senate confirmation. Habba's replacements, three prosecutors, picked by U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi, could be in a similar predicament.
NYC real estate
#real-estate-fraud
SF real estate
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Why do large real estate fraud cases keep happening in the North Bay?

Pacific Private Money's abrupt closure has prompted investigation into complaints from over 100 investors unable to access funds since December, with authorities examining whether this represents business failure or fraud.
SF real estate
fromwww.pressdemocrat.com
1 month ago

Why do large real estate fraud cases keep happening in the North Bay?

Pacific Private Money, a Marin County real estate finance company, abruptly closed with over 100 investors unable to access funds since December, prompting District Attorney investigation into potential fraud or business failure.
SF real estate
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Why do large real estate fraud cases keep happening in the North Bay?

Pacific Private Money's abrupt closure has prompted investigation into complaints from over 100 investors unable to access funds since December, with authorities examining whether this represents business failure or fraud.
SF real estate
fromwww.pressdemocrat.com
1 month ago

Why do large real estate fraud cases keep happening in the North Bay?

Pacific Private Money, a Marin County real estate finance company, abruptly closed with over 100 investors unable to access funds since December, prompting District Attorney investigation into potential fraud or business failure.
NYC real estate
fromCurbed
1 month ago

How Much Can a Broker Really Lie to Me?

Brokers in New York City rental markets can legally mislead tenants about lease status, though such practices are ethically questionable and exploit the competitive housing market.
Law
fromABA Journal
4 weeks ago

Fake lawyer who used real bar number to practice law pleads guilty

A man in Las Vegas pleaded guilty to impersonating a lawyer using another attorney's bar number.
#real-estate-litigation
LA real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
1 month ago

Oppenheim Group sues Daftarian over soured Corona del Mar deal

The Oppenheim Group sued Orange County agent Paul Daftarian and his firm for allegedly conspiring with sellers to deprive the brokerage of commission on a Newport Beach luxury property listing.
LA real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
1 month ago

Oppenheim Group sues Daftarian over soured Corona del Mar deal

The Oppenheim Group sued Orange County agent Paul Daftarian and his firm for allegedly conspiring with sellers to deprive the brokerage of commission on a Newport Beach luxury property listing.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

Osse holding workshop on deed theft

Councilmember Chi Osse will sponsor a Feb. 5 homeowner workshop at Restoration Plaza addressing deed theft, foreclosure, lien sales with legal professionals present.
fromwww.marinij.com
1 month ago

Novato real estate lender under investigation

At this time, the company has made the difficult decision to pause all redemptions until further notice. We are actively managing through a liquidity constraint.
Fundraising
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Man with no links to Ireland was given Irish passport after falsely claiming to be son of murdered woman

Algerian with five aliases and no Irish links obtained an Irish passport online by falsely claiming to be the son of a murdered Irish woman.
East Bay real estate
fromsfist.com
2 months ago

Noted Art Fraudster Who Owned Sea Cliff Mansion Accused of Squatting on Property In Daly City, Erecting Fence

Luke Brugnara illegally fenced oceanfront Daly City land he appears to be squatting on, prompting resident outrage and Daly City Council action.
US news
fromABA Journal
2 months ago

Scammers solicit gift card purchases posing as district attorney

Scammers impersonating the Santa Barbara County district attorney contact residents by email and text to solicit gift card purchases and personal information.
#mortgage-fraud
SF real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
1 month ago

Walker & Dunlop reveals it found $134M of fraud

Walker & Dunlop discovered $134 million in fraudulent Freddie Mac loans across three portfolios involving borrower property flipping schemes, with employees no longer at the firm.
SF real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
1 month ago

Walker & Dunlop reveals it found $134M of fraud

Walker & Dunlop discovered $134 million in fraudulent Freddie Mac loans across three portfolios involving borrower property flipping schemes, with employees no longer at the firm.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

My husband burned down our house then the bank threatened repossession'

A domestic abuse survivor faced financial ruin and prolonged legal obstacles after her husband's arson and financial sabotage, but halted repossession by paying the mortgage.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

It starts with a tap on the shoulder and ends with being fleeced. Alleged ATM scam duo sought

Scammers target elderly ATM users by observing PIN entry, dropping money as distraction, and swapping real cards with counterfeits to steal thousands of dollars.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

'I swear to God, I never lie' - how fraudster's attempts to play Ireland's personal injury system were exposed

Constantin Iosca moved here from Romania in 1997 for a 'better life', but will be spending nearly three years in jail after bringing a fraudulent personal injury claim
Miscellaneous
fromLos Angeles Times
5 years ago

Developer sentenced in college admissions scandal lists Beverly Hills homes for $34 million

Both properties occupy a cul-de-sac just below the famous Greystone Mansion and combine for a total of nearly two acres. They're also listed separately. One - a Regency-style home he bought for $12 million in 2017 - is up for grabs at $17.5 million. The other - a Midcentury-style home he picked up for about $11.2 million last year - is listed at $16.5 million.
SF real estate
#vehicle-burglary
#immigration-fraud
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Direct Mortgage ex-employees sue over fraud and unpaid wages

Beech made specific representations about Direct's proprietary technology platform and the operational infrastructure supporting it; however, after joining Direct, it became apparent to Plaintiffs that the technology platform did not function as represented, the suit reads. By Fall 2025, it was clear that Direct's technology platform was incompatible with effective mortgage operations.
Real estate
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
27 years ago

Homeowners File Suit Against Builder

A homeowners association sued builder Amcal General Contractors for widespread construction violations including defective electrical, plumbing, waterproofing, and sound reduction systems at a 90-unit condominium complex.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Offaly farmer wants gardai to reopen probe into how his signature on property deed was 'forged'

A farmer is calling on gardaí to reopen an investigation to establish how his signature was allegedly forged on a property deed, making him the legal owner of a building he never paid for.
Real estate
US news
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

A man impersonating an FBI agent tried to get Luigi Mangione out of jail, authorities say

A Minnesota man impersonated an FBI agent at Brooklyn's Metropolitan Detention Center attempting to free Luigi Mangione; he was arrested and charged.
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

First American launches free title monitoring, fraud alerts

Real estate professionals are increasingly looking for more ways to help protect their homebuyers and sellers amid an ongoing wave of fraudster activity that is now powered by AI and advanced technologies, said Jim Dulle, president of First American Title's direct division. By combining proactive title monitoring with the protection of title insurance, we're giving our customers added peace of mind and an early fraud warning system at no additional cost.
Real estate
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
10 years ago

Q&A: Homestead exemption won't protect owner from nonjudicial foreclosure

A homestead exemption protects home equity from creditors in California for principal residences, including condominiums, and applies only to judicial foreclosures, not nonjudicial foreclosures by associations.
Law
fromSun Sentinel
2 months ago

Facing judgments and fines, fraudulent Florida mover files for bankruptcy

A Fort Lauderdale mover filed for bankruptcy after facing more than $310,000 in judgments, attorney fees, and a separate $110,000 state fine and operating ban.
Law
fromReadWrite
1 month ago

Bondi Junction solicitor accused of $15M gambling fraud

A Sydney solicitor allegedly siphoned AUD 15 million from client accounts over nearly two years to cover gambling losses, resulting in serious criminal charges.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

James Mago Gately's legal row continues over how much damage he did to home seized by CAB

In November last year the house at Glin Drive in Coolock went for €308,000 at auction.
Real estate
Real estate
fromNew York Focus
2 months ago

How Disputed Math Allegedly Helped a Bank Win a Brooklyn Home for $100

In over 1,250 foreclosures, lenders' allegedly illegal interest calculations were baked into auction minimum bids, enabling banks or investors to repurchase properties for $1,000 or less.
Law
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Former L.A. chief deputy attorney directed fraudulent DWP lawsuit, judge rules

Jim Clark orchestrated a class-action to obtain favorable settlement terms for Los Angeles and repeatedly misled courts and public, prompting a two-year suspension recommendation.
Law
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Former auctioneer who was jailed for stealing is hit with judgment of 45,000 for outstanding debts

A former auctioneer jailed for client theft faces a third judgment of €45,000 from the property services watchdog for unpaid debts from improper conduct findings.
Law
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

SoCal man once stole a billionaire's identity, then he set his sights on surfers, prosecutors say

A criminal operation stole surfers' keys and vehicles' contents across Southern California beaches, using stolen IDs and hacked phones to fraudulently obtain at least $850,000.
Real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
12 years ago

Picking the Best Way to Hold Title to Your Home

Five common methods exist for holding home title: sole ownership, tenants in common, joint tenancy, tenancy by the entirety, and community property, each with distinct tax, probate, and ownership implications.
Law
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Reverse mortgage servicers face lawsuit over borrower fees

Class-action alleges HECM servicers improperly added attorneys', property inspection, preservation and appraisal fees to reverse mortgage loan balances, inflating principals and costs.
Real estate
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

How to take over a mortgage when inheriting a house

Heirs can inherit a house without assuming the mortgage; understanding federal rules and contacting the lender quickly preserves options and prevents costly mistakes.
Law
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Woman convicted of fraud after living under a stolen identity for more than 20 years

Undocumented Colombian Lina Maria Orovio-Hernandez was convicted of identity theft, fraudulent voting, and obtaining about $400,000 in federal benefits through a stolen identity.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Solicitors in legal dispute after mistakenly paying almost 100,000 to estate of deceased client

Error at Galway city law firm came to light last year
Law
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Financial services worker jailed for deception and impersonating a garda takes unfair dismissal case

Company says it learnt of employee's incarceration from newspaper articles
Law
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