Facebook Deemed a Valuable Tool in Catching Insurance Fraud
In an article by Ben Present of The Legal Intelligencer, Present makes the argument that posting on Facebook can be a valuable and useful tool to use for fraud investigations.
According to the article, courts are deciding that the information that someone posts on Facebook that may challenge what is being alleged can be used against them; and for good reason.
Relating this information to the insurance world is surprisingly simple. For instance, a claimant is declaring that they injured themselves at work and are collecting compensation for doing so. ICU Investigations will conduct an Internet Profile Report, making sure to cautiously scan proper social media sites for pertinent information regarding the claimant’s activities, whereabouts, photographs, etc. Any information that can be obtained that may contradict the claim will be provided to allow the requester to make a clear, more concise decision.
Also, according to Present, if the case makes it to court, the pertinent information is allowed to be accessible in testimony.
They Can’t Hide
It is a common fact that people let it all hang out on the Internet. Almost everyone today is connected to one or more social networking sites. These websites allow you to blog, post pictures, have friends and much more. Through extensive research we can compile a complete report on an individuals character through information obtained on their social networking sites. MySpace, Facebook, LinkedIn and more all contain plenty of information. Let our Social Networking experts go to work for you. Contact us today!!
New Internet Profile Report
To our valued customer, ICU wanted you to know we are utilizing current technology in our claims investigations. Do you wonder what your claimant is doing on the internet? ICU will tell you! For $100 you are able to see what your claimant is up too. Please contact our office or go to our website for more details.
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The IPR report is a comprehensive, in-depth online searching tool that utilizes over 75 social networking sites which are virtual communities to obtain pertinent and beneficial information regarding the claimant’s past, present and future activities including photos, videos, employment, sports, written posts, hobbies, nightlife, vacation spots and more. This report can enhance any investigative effort and benefit the client which may significantly impact the outcome of a claim.

