What counts as workers' comp fraud?

It ranges from a completely staged injury to a real injury that's exaggerated, or a claimant working another job while collecting benefits. Documented surveillance is what separates a genuine claim from a fraudulent one.

Is surveillance of a claimant legal?

Yes, when done properly — a licensed investigator documents activity in public places without trespassing or harassment. Improperly gathered evidence won't hold up, which is why licensing and method matter.

Who hires investigators for these cases?

Employers, insurance carriers, and defense attorneys — anyone exposed to the cost of a questionable claim in Broward County.

When should we start an investigation?

Early. The sooner a questionable claim is documented, the more you save and the faster the matter resolves.

Workers' Compensation Fraud Investigations in Broward County

Workers' compensation fraud isn't always a completely faked injury — more often it's a real injury that's been exaggerated, or a claimant who is working elsewhere while collecting benefits. Either way, it costs employers and insurers real money, and it's exactly what a licensed investigation is built to document.

Common red flags

The reported injury doesn't match the claimant's activity on social media.
No witnesses, and the injury is reported first thing Monday morning.
The claimant is hard to reach or is rumored to be working another job.
Medical complaints keep shifting or escalating without clear cause.

How a licensed investigation works

The goal is objective, court-ready documentation — not assumptions. A licensed investigator conducts discreet surveillance, capturing time-stamped video of the claimant's actual physical activity: lifting, bending, working, playing sports. The footage is documented so it stands up if the claim is disputed. We also verify secondary employment and run background research where appropriate.

Important: everything is done within the law — surveillance in public places, no trespassing, no harassment. Evidence gathered improperly is worthless in a dispute, so the method is as important as the result.

What it saves you

A single documented fraudulent claim can save an employer or carrier tens of thousands of dollars in benefits and future premium impact. Just as important, clean documentation protects legitimate claimants by focusing scrutiny where the facts actually warrant it.

When to call an investigator

The best time is early — before a questionable claim hardens into a long-term payout. If the red flags above sound familiar on a Broward claim, a short, confidential conversation is the place to start.