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Gavel symbolizing justice and federal sentencing in the Oklahoma TRICARE healthcare fraud conspiracy case against Mathews and Delger.

Oklahoma TRICARE Fraud Case Exposes Vulnerabilities: Inside the $7 Million Scheme Targeting Military Families and Taxpayers

Betraying Trust – Fraud Against Military Healthcare The recent sentencing of three individuals from the Lawton, Oklahoma area—Jimmie Mathews, 41, Nathan Mathews, 42, and Amber Delger, 55—marks the culmination of a significant federal investigation into a conspiracy to commit healthcare

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Judge's gavel beside opioid pills symbolizing the Walgreens $350 million settlement with the DOJ over illegal opioid prescriptions, Controlled Substances Act violations, and False Claims Act allegations amid the opioid crisis.

Walgreens Hit with $350 Million Federal Settlement Over Opioid Dispensing Violations and False Claims Amid Ongoing Crisis

DOJ alleges decade of illegal prescription filling; settlement mandates strict compliance measures, follows pattern of prior opioid-related penalties for pharmacy giant. WASHINGTON — Walgreens Boots Alliance, one of the nation’s largest pharmacy chains, has agreed to pay up to $350

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Alex Murdaugh and Russell Laffitte in court.

Former Banker Russell Laffitte Pleads Guilty to Multiple Federal Fraud Charges in Murdaugh-Related Case

CHARLESTON, S.C. — — In a significant development in the sprawling financial saga connected to convicted murderer Alex Murdaugh, former Palmetto State Bank (PSB) Chief Executive Officer Russell Lucius Laffitte, 54, of Estill, South Carolina, pleaded guilty today in federal

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Barco Uniforms Hit with Major False Claims Act Lawsuit Over Alleged Customs Duty Evasion Scheme

U.S. Files False Claims Act Lawsuit Against Barco Uniforms, Executives, and Affiliated Companies Alleging Systemic Customs Duty Evasion Scheme SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The United States Department of Justice has initiated significant legal action against Barco Uniforms Inc., a prominent supplier

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U.S. District Courthouse in Minneapolis, where Gabriel Luthor and Elizabeth Brown face federal indictment for an alleged $15 million healthcare fraud scheme involving neurofeedback billing.

Unraveling the Threads: Inside the $15 Million Neurofeedback Fraud Indictment Against a Minnesota Couple

High-Stakes Allegations – Minnesota Couple Indicted in $15 Million Neurofeedback Billing Fraud Scheme A federal indictment unsealed in Minneapolis has brought serious allegations against a Minnesota couple, charging them with orchestrating a complex, multi-million-dollar scheme to defraud vital public and

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The Hidden Threat in Your Cart: Navigating the Treacherous World of E-commerce Fraud and Fake Online Stores

(Date: April 8, 2025) The digital marketplace is a marvel of modern convenience. With a few clicks, consumers can access a global bazaar, comparing prices, reading reviews, and having goods delivered directly to their doorstep. E-commerce has revolutionized retail, offering

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Federal law enforcement in Chicago cracking down on a $214 million pump and dump investment fraud scheme.

Federal Law Enforcement in Chicago Seizes $214 Million in Alleged “Pump and Dump” Investment Fraud

Federal Law Enforcement Cracks Down on $214 Million “Pump and Dump” Scheme in Chicago: Seven Individuals Indicted in Connection with China Liberal Education Holdings Fraud Chicago, IL – March 21, 2025 – In a significant victory for federal law enforcement

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A guide to preventing financial fraud, including banking scams, credit card fraud, investment scams, and online phishing attacks.

Comprehensive Financial Fraud Prevention & Detection: A Guide to Protecting Yourself and Your Business

The intentional misrepresentation of information or identity to deceive others for financial gain stands as a pervasive and ever-evolving threat in the contemporary world [1, 2]. This deception can manifest in numerous ways, ranging from the unauthorized use of payment

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Garantex Crypto Exchange Takedown: $96 Billion Money Laundering Network Dismantled in US-Led International Operation

Global Crypto Crackdown: $96 Billion Exchange Garantex Neutralized in International Law Enforcement Action In a landmark coordinated effort, law enforcement agencies from the United States, Germany, and Finland have successfully dismantled the online infrastructure of Garantex, a significant cryptocurrency exchange

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Matthew C. Browndorf, a California lawyer, sentenced to prison for wire fraud and money laundering after stealing over $2.4 million from client IOLTA accounts.

California Lawyer Gets 5+ Years in Federal Prison for $2.4 Million Client Fund Theft: A Case of Wire Fraud, Money Laundering, and Luxury Spending

Matthew C. Browndorf, a 54-year-old California lawyer, has been sentenced to more than five years in federal prison for a brazen scheme that saw him siphon over $2.4 million from his clients’ trust accounts. The funds, meant to be held

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Multi-State Healthcare Fraud Settlement: Doctors, Labs, and Marketers Pay $1.9M in Kickback Scheme

COLUMBIA, S.C. – In a significant crackdown on healthcare fraud, a multi-state settlement has been reached, resulting in over $1.9 million in payments from medical professionals and related entities. The Department of Justice announced that Gerald Congdon, M.D., of Pawleys

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Silhouette of a hacker surrounded by a glowing red network web connecting to icons representing U.S. government agencies, technology companies, and other targets, subtly suggesting Chinese state-sponsored cyber espionage.

U.S. Cracks Down on Chinese Cyber Espionage: Seizes Domains, VPS, and Sanctions Hackers Linked to Treasury Breach

WASHINGTON D.C. – In a decisive move against state-sponsored cyber threats, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has unsealed indictments against Chinese nationals Yin Kecheng (尹 可成), 38, and Zhou Shuai (周帅), 45, exposing a years-long, sophisticated hacking campaign targeting

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