Fraud

Tom Davis Joins Epiq as Chief of Staff, Bolstering Fraud Prevention in Class Action Division

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New York, Sept 18, 2024 — Epiq, a global leader in legal services and technology, has bolstered its team with a new high-profile hire, Tom Davis, who has been appointed as Chief of Staff for the company’s Class Action, Remediation, and Mass Tort business unit. Davis brings extensive experience from previous executive roles in operations and fraud prevention, crucial for navigating the complex landscapes of class action settlements. Previously associated with Garden City Group (GCG), a former industry frontrunner in class action administration acquired by Epiq in 2018, Davis is well-versed in the intricacies that … Read more

Ex-CFO Admits Major Role in Multi-Million Dollar Fraud Scheme Alongside Prominent Attorney

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Los Angeles – Christopher Kamon, the former CFO of the law firm led by disgraced attorney Tom Girardi, has consented to plead guilty to federal charges of wire fraud. This development came to light after court documents were filed on Tuesday, revealing a plea agreement in which Kamon will forfeit $3.1 million and accept responsibility for helping Girardi swindle millions of dollars from clients’ settlements. Under the terms of the deal, which led to the dismissal of additional charges in Los Angeles, Kamon admitted to collaborating closely with Girardi in a grand scheme that misled … Read more

“Florida Lawmakers Call for Grand Jury to Investigate Alleged Insurance Fraud Post-Hurricane Ian”[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j5re7zBzrJk[/embed]

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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida’s state Democratic leaders have called on Governor Ron DeSantis to initiate a grand jury investigation into allegations of insurance fraud by companies handling claims from Hurricane Ian. In their request, outlined in a letter delivered earlier this week, they urged prompt action to address what they describe as systemic failures to honor legitimate homeowner insurance claims. The request, championed by Rep. Fentrice Driskell from Tampa along with her Democratic colleagues, including Rep. Christine Hunschofsky of Parkland, specifically asks for the Florida Supreme Court to empanel the grand jury. They seek indictments … Read more

Former Human Rights Lawyer Admits to Fraud in Legal Claims Against Iraq War Veterans

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LONDON — Phil Shiner, a former human rights lawyer, admitted to multiple fraud charges on Monday in Southwark Crown Court, stemming from dishonest legal claims made against veterans of the Iraq War. Shiner, 67, from Birmingham, entered guilty pleas for three counts of fraud as announced by the National Crime Agency (NCA). He is scheduled for sentencing on December 2. Shiner, the former head of Public Interest Lawyers, came under scrutiny for his practices concerning legal aid applications made in 2007 for cases that included representing Khuder Al-Sweady, who sought a judicial review. The application … Read more