Rochester Insurance Fraud Defense Attorney
When the police first mention ‘insurance fraud,’ most people assume they’re facing a single charge. But under New York Penal Law, prosecutors can charge both the fraudulent insurance claim and grand larceny for the same act. This dual-charging approach means you may face multiple felony counts, prison time and financial penalties that can destroy your future. You need an insurance fraud attorney with a plan to fight back.
James Egan Law provides aggressive criminal defense for clients throughout Rochester and the surrounding areas facing insurance fraud accusations. As a former assistant district attorney with the Monroe County District Attorney’s Office, James Egan prosecuted white collar crime cases and knows exactly how the state builds these cases. He brings that insider knowledge to your defense.
How Insurance Fraud Cases Work In Rochester
New York recognizes five degrees of insurance fraud based on the amount involved and your intent. Prosecutors work closely with insurance company fraud units that investigate before filing charges. By the time you are arrested, they believe they have a strong case against you. Hiring an experienced attorney as soon as you suspect you are under investigation is the best way to intervene before these agencies hand over a “ready-to-prosecute” file to the District Attorney, potentially stopping charges from being filed altogether.
Common insurance fraud charges include:
- Submitting an insurance claim prosecutors label false or inflated
- Alleged misstatements on insurance applications or renewals
- Billing disputes classified as Medicaid fraud
- Business or medical records questioned as health care fraud
- Receiving payments that prosecutors claim were not owed
However, the prosecution must prove you intended to defraud the insurance company. Many legitimate claims get labeled as fraud due to misunderstandings or disputed damage assessments. With the right defense from an insurance fraud lawyer, felony fraud charges can be reduced to misdemeanors or dismissed.
Building Your Defense Strategy
Insurance fraud cases often rely on circumstantial evidence that can be disputed in court. Attorney James Egan takes an aggressive approach to every case. He challenges the state’s evidence, questions investigation methods and exposes weaknesses in witness testimony.
With over 16 years of criminal law experience and thousands of cases handled, attorney Egan understands how to protect your rights. His background as a former prosecutor gives him unique insight into how the district attorney’s office operates.
He also teaches forensic law and criminal procedure at SUNY Brockport, which means he stays current on legal developments and explains your options clearly.
He will walk you through each step and provide the staunch defense needed to stand up for your rights.
Get Legal Guidance You Need Today
Insurance fraud charges carry penalties that can follow you for the rest of your life. James Egan Law offers free consultations to review your case. If you have been arrested or are under investigation, contact attorney James Egan as soon as possible at 585-510-5101 or the online contact form.