On May 27, 2016, Attorney General Maury Healey announced that the former head of the Insurane Commission, Ennio Manto, 52, of Braintree had been indicted by a statewide grand jury.
MA Law | Criminal Charges
Insurance law cases in Massachusetts resulting in criminal charges.
Mass. Court Orders AIG To Defend Bill Cosby In Defamation Suits Over Sexual Assault Denials
On November 8, 2016, a federal court ruled AIG’s sexual misconduct exclusions did not bar Bill Cosby’s claim for defense in defamation suits brought by eight women. At issue is a 2014 homeowners policy and excess policy for William H & Camille Cosby of Shelburne Falls, Massachusetts.
Three Defendants’ Perjury Sentences End Long-Running Insurance Fraud Obstruction Of Justice Prosecution
October 28, 2016 – False testimony to aid co-conspirators in insurance fraud prosecution leads to perjury sentences for three defendants.
Insurance Fraud Charges Filed After Insured Submits Loss Pictures Dated Before Policy Took Effect
November 1, 2016 – On October 27, 2016 The Insurance Fraud Bureau of Massachusetts announced insurance fraud charges against Kevin Flaherty of Haverhill, for attempted larceny and filing a false motor vehicle insurance claim.
Husband And Wife Owners Of Roofing Company Indicted For Workers’ Comp Premium Fraud
October 3, 2016 – Felony charge against owners of roofing company that classified roofers as carpenters to save premium.