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Mobile app takes aim at ID theft after car accidents

By Consumer Insurance Guide Staff
August 16, 2012September 11, 2012

Most Americans are unsure of what kind of information they should provide someone after a car accident. Unfortunately for them, they could wind up getting scammed if they give away too many details about themselves that could be used by identity thieves. A recent survey by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners discovered that consumers were unsure about auto accident best practices, such as when to call the police, what personal information to exchange with…

The top 12 dumbest insurance fraud cases: Our annual roundup

By Mike Mosser
July 9, 2012July 17, 2012

It’s easy to understand why someone might be tempted to commit insurance fraud because the lure of money never ceases. The state of the economy combined with the draw of “easy money” continues to make insurance fraud a low-risk, high-gain proposition to most criminals. “The economy is squeezing more and more consumers and forcing growing numbers into a financial bind. This is creating a great deal of temptation for some consumers to seek a financial bailout…