Fraudulent

Uncovering the Dark Side of Legal Billing: The Shocking Reality of Fraudulent Practices

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Bakersfield, California – Lawyers engaging in fraudulent billing practices is a widespread issue that occurs behind closed doors, allowing for bill padding and overcharging. Research suggests that fraudulent billing accounts for 21% to over 33% of total billings, with the “billable hour” system often serving as an invitation for theft. Complaints regarding bill padding have been on the rise in recent years, particularly in areas with an oversupply of lawyers. In some cases, law firms have been found to charge exorbitant fees for inexperienced attorneys by falsely portraying them as experts in their field. A … Read more

New Study Reveals Potentially Fraudulent Practices Impacting Florida Homeowners Insurance Premiums

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TALLAHASSEE, Florida — A new study commissioned by the Florida Legislature reveals a concerning trend in the state’s insurance landscape. The study analyzed 58,395 insurance claims that led to lawsuits in 2022 and found that a disproportionately high number of these claims occurred in Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties. This raises suspicions of potential fraudulent or abusive practices prevalent in these areas. Additionally, litigated claims were found to be more than six times more expensive than non-litigated claims, potentially contributing to the high homeowners insurance premiums in Florida. Florida Insurance Commissioner Mike Yaworsky expressed … Read more