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Man Sentenced in $172 Million Scheme

Aaron Neil Williamsky was sentenced to more than seven years in prison for conspiring to defraud Medicare of $172 million, commit money laundering, and pay kickbacks and bribes. To generate fraudulent orders, Williamsky and his co-conspirators hired marketing companies to make unsolicited calls offering elderly patients free orthotic braces. In exchange for each patient whoContinue reading “Man Sentenced in $172 Million Scheme”

Influencers are pushing this illegal trick to “fix” your credit report

Looking for some life hacks or advice about managing money? There’s no shortage of online influencers ready to help. But not all advice is good advice (or truthful). And in some cases, what they’re telling you might be more than a bad idea — it might be illegal. CONTINUE

What to Know About Cryptocurrency Scams

Cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin, ethereum, solana and hundreds may be touted as an exciting, new commodity. But many people have experienced dramatic losses, some through bogus investment platforms touted by scammers as sure moneymakers. CONTINUE

How to spot an out-of-stock scam before losing money

With the holiday shopping season nearing its close and buyers wanting to get gifts delivered on time, there’s a crafty online shopping con being reported to BBB Scam Tracker. Scammers claim a product you purchased is out of stock, but they never process your promised refund. CONTINUE

Update: Doctor Sentenced for Health Care Fraud

In an update to a November 1, 2024, story, Dr. Kenneth Fishberger was sentenced to two years of supervised release. He was also ordered to pay fines, forfeiture, and restitution totaling more than $440,000. Read a Department of Justice press release.

Spot the scams when fixing your credit

If there’s information on your credit report that’s correct but not so great, it can make it harder to get credit with good terms. But there are things you can do yourself for free to help fix your credit. Credit repair companies also charge to do the same things. Before you consider paying, though, knowContinue reading “Spot the scams when fixing your credit”

In ‘Do Me a Favor’ Scams, a Criminal Pretends to Be Your Pal

Last year, Sonia Nofziger received an email that appeared to be from the new CEO of the small tech company in Philadelphia where she works: “Hi, Could you possibly complete a task for me before I leave for a meeting? Send me your mobile num. Thanks. Kevin.” She didn’t think twice about emailing him her number,Continue reading “In ‘Do Me a Favor’ Scams, a Criminal Pretends to Be Your Pal “

What to know before purchasing a gift card

Gift cards are a popular and convenient gift-giving option, but they are also a target for scammers. Stay one step ahead and shop carefully to avoid a scam known as “gift card draining.” CONTINUE

Man Pleads in Telemedicine Scheme

Eric Van Vleet, who operated Hype Med LLC, pleaded guilty to conspiring to bill Medicare for medically unnecessary prescriptions. He and his company identified Medicare beneficiaries to target for expensive drugs. Call center employees contacted beneficiaries to pressure them to agree to try expensive medications, such as pain creams, scar creams, eczema creams, migraine medication,Continue reading “Man Pleads in Telemedicine Scheme”

Traveling to the Olympics in Italy? Here’s how to avoid a scam

With the winter Olympics in Italy fast approaching, athletes around the world are fine-tuning their routines, sharpening their skates, and finalizing their travel itineraries. If you’re planning to go to the Olympics, having a sound game plan is a key to success, just as it is for the competitors. Here’s what to know about travel,Continue reading “Traveling to the Olympics in Italy? Here’s how to avoid a scam”