Right from the press, this episode of The Deep Dive breaks down a stunning Newsday investigation uncovering a sophisticated insurance fraud network operating across Long Island.

The report details an alleged web of staged car accidents and slip-and-fall schemes involving dozens of doctors, law firms, and recruited participants, designed to generate millions of dollars in fraudulent insurance billings. Legal filings point to unnecessary and unwarranted medical procedures, including surgeries performed at select facilities, used to artificially inflate personal injury claims.

Even more damning, investigators cite social media footage showing claimants engaging in strenuous physical activity while simultaneously claiming total disability. Authorities say the case highlights coordinated racketeering efforts that exploit both the legal and healthcare systems, costs that ultimately land on the backs of honest policyholders.

This is not an isolated incident...it’s a pattern. And today, we’re taking a closer look.  Let's Dive In!

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