A recent decision by the Supreme Court was relatively little noticed in the national news media. But it was striking decision for its clear and vivid signal to anyone aware of fraud against the federal government. In this case, the Supreme Court firmly sided with...
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Bicycling in Louisiana may require extra caution
Riding your bicycle is a great way to get exercise and fresh air, whether you commute on your bike to work or ride just for fun. Although many people think of biking as a carefree form of transportation, bicycle crashes can cause serious injuries or death. According...
Pain cream fraud cost the government over $400 million
A conspiracy that involved submitting fraudulent claims for pain and scar creams is now tied to Louisiana. According to the Lafayette Daily Advertiser, the owner of a medical administration company in Monroe, Joseph Wiley, has admitted to creating fraudulent records...
Speeding linked to 23% of crash fatalities in Louisiana
Speed-related crashes killed 9,717 across the nation in 2017, according to the Governors Highway Safety Administration. In addition to a campaign to change the culture that allows speeding, the organization recommends speed-calming installations such as roundabouts,...
Charges filed in staged accident case
Seven individuals were taken into custody for staging a car accident in Louisiana. After the staged crash, the individuals filed false insurance claims to obtain compensation for property loss and bodily injury. The crash took place in October 2016, and an...
Traffic accidents a leading cause of death
Louisiana residents should be aware that traffic accidents are now the eighth leading cause of death for people of all ages worldwide. For children and young adults between five and 29 years old, traffic accidents are the first leading global cause of death. Accidents...
How to recognize common forms of Medicare fraud
Working in a hospital can be both a rewarding experience and a draining one. The flurry of activity and continual challenges that the job provides can be thrilling to some. However, in such a fast-paced environment, mistakes are bound to happen. Especially when it...
Important safety tips for winter driving
As soon as winter rolls in, Louisiana drivers need to start thinking about winter driving safety. Life-altering collisions can happen in the blink of an eye, and drivers must be ready for anything that comes their way. With a bit of foresight and some diligence, most...
Louisiana investment broker sentenced to 14 years in prison
A Louisiana investment advisor was sentenced to 14 years in a federal prison on Nov. 13 for stealing as much as $1.5 million dollars from his clients. The 71-year-old Mandeville resident was also ordered to forfeit $1.1 million and pay his investors back another $1.1...
Darker streets could put pedestrians in danger
Daylight saving time ended in Louisiana and most other parts of the United States on Nov. 4. This means that drivers must contend with a lack of sunlight and glare from streetlights during their evening commutes. According to the Governors Highway Safety Association...