Legal Considerations in Insurance Fraud Investigations

Legal Considerations in Insurance Fraud Investigations

Wednesday, October 28, 2026 09:45 am - 02:15 pm (CDT)

NICB Learning & Development Virtual Seminar

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Event Information

Investigators and claims professionals face legal questions at every stage of a claim. In this seminar, legal and industry experts give practical guidance on litigation funding, building prosecution-ready cases, and preparing for depositions.

Format: Virtual (Zoom)
Audience: NICB members and law enforcement, all experience levels
Recognition: Certificate of Attendance

Time	Session
9:45 – 10:00 a.m.	Welcome
10:00 – 10:50 a.m.	Third Party Litigation Funding
11:00 – 11:50 a.m.	Preparing a Case for Prosecution
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.	Depositions of Corporate Representatives and Adjusters
2:00 – 2:15 p.m.	Conclusion

Session Highlights

Third Party Litigation Funding
Kyle McCollum, Vice President, Strategy, Policy and Government Affairs, NICB
Todd Kozikowski, Co-Founder and CEO, 4WARN

Learn how outside funding can affect claims investigations and litigation outcomes, and the legal and ethical issues that come with funded litigation.

Gus Hitz, NICB Supervisory Special Agent

Preparing a Case for Prosecution
Gus Hitz, Supervisory Special Agent, NICB
Kim Semler, SCLA, AHFI, CIFI, Division Chief, Insurance Fraud Prevention Division, State of Nebraska

Turn an investigation into a prosecution-ready case. Learn how to organize evidence, document findings, and present a case to prosecutors.

Depositions of Corporate Representatives and Adjusters Does Not Always Have to be Scary! How to Successfully Prepare for Your Deposition in a Fraud Case
Frank S. Goldstein, Esq., Managing Partner, Goldstein Law Group

Depositions are common in fraud-related claims. Learn how to prepare, know what to expect, and build confidence through a mock deposition.