S2 E6 Auto Fraud with Sharky Laguana, CEO Bandango Van Rentals

S2 E6 Auto Fraud with Sharky Laguana, CEO Bandango Van Rentals

Today on insights. intouch., we sit down with Sharky Laguana, CEO of Bandago and Chairman of the American Car Rental Association, for a fascinating and eye-opening conversation about the evolution of fraud in the vehicle rental industry. What begins with stories of mistaken vehicle rentals and stolen vans quickly turns into a deeper discussion about sophisticated criminal enterprises targeting rental fleets, identity fraud, VIN swapping operations, cross-border vehicle theft, and the growing threat of organized staged accident schemes. Drawing from more than two decades of experience, Sharky shares firsthand accounts of how fraud has transformed from isolated incidents into coordinated criminal activity costing businesses, insurers, and ultimately consumers millions of dollars. He also offers unique insight into the challenges rental companies face in detecting fraud, recovering stolen assets, and combating increasingly sophisticated schemes. Join host Kristin Thorne as she explores the intersection of transportation, insurance fraud, organized crime, and public policy in a conversation that highlights why collaboration across industries is more important than ever. This is insights. intouch.. Let's get in touch with today's insights. 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 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