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S2 E5 Senator Jeremy Cooney: The Fraud Act

ON THIS EPISODE OF INSIGHTS. INTOUCH., KRISTIN THORNE SITS DOWN WITH NEW YORK STATE SENATOR JEREMY COONEY, CHAIRMAN OF THE SENATE TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE, FOR A CANDID DISCUSSION ABOUT NEW YORK’S PROPOSED FRAUD ACT AND THE GROWING IMPACT OF STAGED ACCIDENT SCHEMES ACROSS THE STATE. FROM CONSTRUCTION SITE FRAUD TO ORGANIZED AUTO INSURANCE SCAMS, SENATOR COONEY OUTLINES WHY LAWMAKERS BELIEVE STRONGER CRIMINAL PENALTIES AND ENFORCEMENT TOOLS ARE NECESSARY TO COMBAT WHAT MANY DESCRIBE AS A RAPIDLY ESCALATING CRISIS.  THE CONVERSATION EXPLORES THE FINANCIAL BURDEN FRAUDULENT CLAIMS PLACE ON BUSINESSES, INSURERS, AND CONSUMERS ALIKE, WHILE ALSO EXAMINING HOW COLLABORATION BETWEEN GOVERNMENT, LAW ENFORCEMENT, AND THE PRIVATE SECTOR MAY BE CRITICAL IN CHANGING THE CULTURE SURROUNDING INSURANCE FRAUD IN NEW YORK. Thank you for listening!  If you would like to be a guest on the show or have a fraud story we should look into email us at insightsintough@ifraudfoundation.org  For more information about the iFraud Foundation visit www.ifraud.org

S2 E4 Commissioner Rick Capece - Nassau County Consumer Affairs

On this episode of Insights. Intouch., host Kristin Thorne delivers a sharp, no-nonsense conversation at the intersection of risk, fraud, and real-world impact. This episode cuts through the noise to examine how emerging schemes, legal developments, and industry blind spots are reshaping the fight against insurance fraud. From frontline investigations to the broader systemic challenges facing carriers, employers, and law enforcement, we break down what’s really happening behind the headlines—and what needs to change. Expect candid insights, practical takeaways, and a clear message: collaboration isn’t optional, it’s essential. Whether you’re in claims, SIU, legal, or risk management, this episode gives you the perspective—and edge—you need to stay ahead. Thank you for listening!  If you would like to be a guest on the show or have a fraud story we should look into email us at insightsintough@ifraudfoundation.org  For more information about the iFraud Foundation visit www.ifraud.org

S2 E3 US Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY)

On this episode of the Insights. Intouch. podcast, Kristin welcomes US Congressman, Nick Langworthy for a timely discussion on the future of infrastructure and construction reform in New York. Congressman Langworthy shares his perspectives and why he introduced the Infrastructure Expansion Act, the continued impact of New York’s Scaffold Law, and why many believe meaningful change is long overdue. We explore how outdated liability frameworks can drive project costs, delay critical development, and affect taxpayers, employers, and workers alike.  A candid conversation on policy, progress, and the path forward. Thank you for listening!  If you would like to be a guest on the show or have a fraud story we should look into email us at insightsintough@ifraudfoundation.org  For more information about the iFraud Foundation visit www.ifraud.org

S2 E2 Dan Johnston, The Willis Law Group: The Fight for Justice and Integrity

On this episode of insights. in touch., Kristin Thorne sits down with attorney Daniel Johnston, Supervising Partner at the Willis Law Group for a deep dive into the hidden financial engine behind today’s fraud landscape. What may seem like isolated claims and lawsuits is, in reality, part of a far more complex system—one fueled by litigation funding, private equity, and structured finance operating largely out of public view. From staged incidents to securitized settlements, this conversation pulls back the curtain on how everyday claims can scale into a multi-billion-dollar ecosystem—and why it ultimately impacts everyone, from insurance premiums to the cost of living. Thank you for listening!  If you would like to be a guest on the show or have a fraud story we should look into email us at insightsintough@ifraudfoundation.org  For more information about the iFraud Foundation visit www.ifraud.org

S2 E1 Honorable John Faso - NY Build Coalition

In our first episode of Season 2 of insights. intouch., host Kristin Thorne sits down with former Congressman John Faso to discuss a critical issue impacting construction costs, insurance markets, and overall affordability in New York. At the center of the conversation is the proposed Infrastructure Expansion Act, a federal effort aimed at addressing New York’s long-standing Scaffold Law, also known as the state’s “absolute liability” standard. What we cover: What the Scaffold Law actually is (and why it’s often misunderstood) How it drives up construction and insurance costs The connection between liability laws and affordability Why this issue is now being taken to the federal level What it means for carriers, contractors, and taxpayers As affordability continues to dominate headlines, this episode takes a deeper look at one of the structural drivers behind the costs, and why meaningful reform remains so complex. Thank you for listening!  If you would like to be a guest on the show or have a fraud story we should look into email us at insightsintough@ifraudfoundation.org  For more information about the iFraud Foundation visit www.ifraud.org