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18th Annual NEIASIU Seminar

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In Person

Doubletree Leominster

May 6-7, 2025

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Keynote Speaker:

 

George Ripley

 

SIU Manager at Donegal Group

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Keynote Topic:

 

Vehicle Fraud: Trends, Illusions and Impact

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​​​​​​CIFI, CIFA & CIFR Exams will not be provided this year

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George Ripley of the Donegal Insurance Group headlined the event as the Keynote Speaker, that was just the start of a fabulous array of presentations and networking opportunities.

We had presentations on Ethics, Telsa EV Claims, Motorcycle/Boat Theft, Auto Theft, Fire Losses, Water Losses, Homeowner claims, White collar crimes, PIP, ALE, Virtual EUO’s, Legal Updates in the Fraud arena, Fighting fraud with Mobile apps, social media, and AI and more!

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A complete agenda, list of class descriptions & speaker bios is available on the website. 

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Webinars From the International*
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*Free to International Members; all others $50 per course
Webinars From the International*

*Free to International Members; all others $50 per course

THIS WEBINAR IS CANCELED!

Inside the Fight Against Provider Solicitation: Lessons from SIU Investigations

October 22, 2025 

Time: 2:00 PM ET

Speaker: David Adamczyk

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In this session, attendees will:

  • Gain insight into the historical context and current landscape of solicitation schemes.

  • Understand how law enforcement and Special Investigation Units (SIUs) collaborate to combat fraud.

  • Explore practical tools, investigative methods, and proven strategies used in real-world cases.

  • Analyze a case study that impacted multiple carriers, with lessons directly applicable to today’s investigations.

 

This is more than history—it’s a roadmap for what’s being done now, and what must happen next.

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Click here to register.

Webinars From the International*

*Free to International Members; all others $50 per course

Dispatches in the War Against Fraud: Case Studies of Organized Fraud

November 5, 2025 

Time: 12:00 PM ET

Speakers: Eric Moch, partner in the Chicago office of HeplerBroom, LLC and Stephanie Rhima, a Board Certified Personal Injury Trial Attorney

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In few venues is the insurance industry's battle against organized fraud more pitched than in Chicagoland and Dallas. Both venues have been the site of fraud schemes that have cost the industry billions of dollars over the years. Both venues are fraud bellwethers: perpetrators know that if their fraud schemes succeed there, they will succeed in almost any large city. In this presentation, two seasoned SIU attorneys from Chicago and Dallas discuss the fraud trends they see most often in those cities, share the investigative and litigation strategies they have used to defeat fraud schemes, and they share actual case evidence of fraud from cases they have investigated, defended and tried to jury verdicts. Their presentation evidence includes actual text exchanges between claimants and injury clinic patient recruiters, clear evidence of claimant attempts at double recoveries for the same losses, undisputable evidence of significant billing for services not rendered, intentional CPT mis- and up-coding, claimant testimonial admissions of having taken part in fraud schemes and much more. Any fraud investigator responsible for investigating medical fraud and chased and staged losses, whether in these venues or in other metropolitan areas, will benefit from this presentation and witnessing what the evidence of these schemes actually look like.

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Click here to register.

Webinars From the International*

*Free to International Members; all others $50 per course

The Hidden Threat: Synthetic Identities & Account Takeovers in Modern Fraud

November 19, 2025 

Time: 1:00 PM ET

Speaker: Alex Lugo of IDI Data

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Synthetic identity fraud and account takeovers represent two of the most rapidly evolving threats facing insurance organizations today. Unlike traditional identity theft, synthetic identities are fabricated from a blend of real and fictitious data, allowing fraudsters to build credible profiles over time and exploit policy issuance and claims processes. In parallel, account takeovers—driven by phishing, credential stuffing, and social engineering—enable unauthorized access to existing customer accounts, facilitating fraudulent transactions and payouts.

This webinar will equip insurance fraud professionals with a comprehensive understanding of how these schemes operate, why they often bypass conventional controls, and what steps can be taken to detect and disrupt them effectively. Attendees will explore scenarios across life and P&C lines, learn to recognize red flags and behavioral indicators, and discover the growing role of cross-source data validation and identity resolution in modern investigations.

The session will also outline practical tools, investigative techniques, and cross-functional response strategies to help Special Investigations Units (SIU) and their partners protect their organizations from mounting losses and reputational harm.

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Click here to register.

Webinars From the International*

*Free to International Members; all others $50 per course

Ensuring Safety in the Field: Best Practices for SIU Field Investigators

December 17, 2025 

Time: 2:00 PM ET

Speaker: David Davich of Advantage Surveillance & Investigations

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In the realm of Special Investigations Units (SIUs), ensuring the safety of field investigators is paramount. This presentation will delve into essential strategies and best practices that can enhance safety and operational effectiveness for SIU professionals. 

This presentation aims to equip SIU field investigators with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate their challenging environments safely, promoting a culture of safety and preparedness in their operations. Attendees will leave with actionable insights that can be immediately applied to improve safety standards within their teams.

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Click here to register.

Our Chapter
Upcoming Meetings & Events

The New England Chapter of the International Association of Special Investigation Units is a non-profit organization made up of insurance industry fraud investigators, state and federal employees, law enforcement, fire, and other anti-fraud personnel from both the private and public sectors who are dedicated to fighting insurance fraud throughout New England.


We strive to provide the highest level of education and training to our members while promoting awareness of the insurance fraud problem here in the Northeast.  Through our relationship with our International parent organization (IASIU) we are able to offer industry recognized certification programs and continuing education credits for both these programs as well as some state mandated CEUs for adjusters.

 

We welcome you to learn more about our organization and join the fight against insurance fraud.

October 14-16, 2025 - NICB Medical Investigations Symposium

 

Check here for further details​

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December 2025 NEIASIU Holiday Training

 

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Date: 12/5/2025

Time: 10:00 AM

Location: Polar Park, 100 Madison St, Worcester, MA 01608

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Sponsored by: CoventBridge Group

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Toys for Tots

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Raffles

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Park tour or batting cage session will be available

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Registration coming soon​​​

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May 2026 NEIASIU Annual Seminar

 

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Date and Location: TBD

Check back for further details as we get closer to 2026​

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May 2026 NEIASIU Annual Seminar

 

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Date and Location: TBD

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