Insurance Fraud Defense
Houston Insurance Fraud Attorneys :: The Law Office of Matthew D. Sharp
Texas Penal Code, Section 35.02, states that insurance fraud is the illegal act of defrauding an insurer out of money by making erroneous claims against a policy. Insurance companies include health, automobile, bankruptcy protection, home and life insurance. In the last few years, the federal government has given insurance fraud its undivided attention in hopes to combat rising health care costs.
According to Texas law, insurance fraud is defined as:
- An attempt to deceive an insurer by making a false claim or reporting false information
- Completing an application for insurance with false information with the intent to defraud the provider
- Obtaining funds from an insurance provider by means of false information
- Purposely damaging insured property and filing a claim for insurance benefits
Anyone facing charges needs the services of a skillful insurance fraud attorney to protect their rights. Not only will a defendant face prosecution by the state or federal government, but also by the corporate attorneys of the insurance company. The Law Office of Matthew D. Sharp has experts in defending clients in insurance fraud cases.
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Punishments for Insurance Fraud in Texas
Depending on the amount of amount of money received by the defendant from the insurance company, the punishment for insurance fraud may result in a misdemeanor or felony conviction with the following sentences:
- A misdemeanor charge if the claim is less than $1,500 and fines up to $4,000 and up to two years in confinement
- A felony charge if the claim is more than $1,500 and fines up to $10,000 and up to 20 years in confinement
Defending Insurance Fraud Cases
People sometimes make mistakes when dealing with insurance companies. Insurance fraud charges are complex, and an investigation involves proving the defendant acted with the intent to deceive the insurer. A jury can only convict a defendant of the crime when the evidence demonstrates this intent beyond a reasonable doubt.
A possible defense in a case is arguing that the evidence in the case does not support an intent to defraud. An aggressive insurance fraud lawyer will review the details of a case, examine the investigation for errors and create the best defense strategy for the defendant.
Houston Insurance Fraud Attorney The Law Office of Matthew D. Sharp
Houston insurance fraud attorney at The Law Office of Matthew D. Sharp understand that being charged with a crime is a difficult time in your life. They will keep you informed about the status of your case during the entire legal process. To help you through the fear and anxiety that come with fraud charges, they try their best to address all of your questions and concerns. When your freedom and personal liberties are at stake, you need a defense lawyer who will treat you with respect and dignity. Get in touch with The Law Office of Matthew D. Sharp to get a complimentary review of your legal case.
