Post-dating a Loss

This fraud technique involves a loss at a time when an individual has no or inadequate insurance. Following the loss, the individual applies for insurance or increases the limits of existing coverage. After a period of time (usually several weeks), a fraudulent claim is submitted for a loss reported to have happened after the new policy came into effect. Failure of the insurer, or its agent, to see the property (especially if the insurer has included the items on its schedules) before issuance of a policy is an invitation to this type of fraud.

The following video was adapted from my book, “Insurance Claims A Comprehensive Guide” Published by the National Underwriter Company and is available at the Zalma Insurance Claims Library

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