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Martin County woman accused of filing false stolen vehicle report
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey today announced the arrest of Shalonda Louise Bennett, 43, of 303 Front St., Hamilton. Bennett was charged with felony insurance fraud.
Special Agents accuse Fayetteville woman of false pretense
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey today announced the arrest of Wendolyn Diane Yarborough, 56, of 914 Spellman Drive, Fayetteville.
Two Charlotte residents charged with insurance fraud
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey today announced that Eric T.
Date change for homeowners' insurance rate increase hearing
The hearing scheduled for the insurance industry's proposed statewide average 17.4% homeowners' insurance rate increase has been extended one month from Sept. 4, 2019, to Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2019.
Are you prepared for hurricane season, mudslides? N.C. Department of Insurance to hold town halls in Yadkin, Watauga, Surry counties to inform and prepare
With the 2019 hurricane season upon us, Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey is encouraging residents to be prepared this season to avoid the suffering that followed last year’s Hurricane Florence on
Leave the pyrotechnics to the professionals: State Fire Marshal Mike Causey urges residents to attend public fireworks shows
Independence Day is best spent with family, food and fireworks. However, if fireworks are not handled properly, celebrations could end with a trip to the hospital.
"Look Before You Lock:"" Safe Kids N.C. Chair Mike Causey reminds caregivers about the dangers of hot cars
As temperatures soar during the week of Independence Day, Insurance Commissioner and Safe Kids North Carolina Chair Mike Causey reminds people of the dangers of leaving children unattended in hot c
Keep your Fourth of July barbecue from going up in flames
Grilling during the Fourth of July holiday is a fun and exciting activity that brings families and friends together to celebrate America's birthday.
Safe Kids North Carolina urges caregivers to know the warning signs of drowning this July 4th holiday
As the July 4th holiday approaches, Insurance Commissioner and Safe Kids N.C.
Special Agents accuse Fayetteville woman of false pretense
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey today announced the arrest of Wendolyn Diane Yarborough, 56, of 914 Spellman Drive, Fayetteville.
NCDOI sets up flood insurance conferences statewide
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey has set up five flood insurance conferences statewide to inform the public, insurance and real estate agents of the need to purchase flood insuranc
Video shows dangers of fireworks as the July Fourth holiday approaches
Don't let your Fourth of July celebration end with sirens, flashing lights, and a trip to the emergency room.
Special Agents accuse Bladen County man of forging $33,000 check
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey today announced the arrest of William Lewis Carter III, 40, of 4419 U.S. 701 South, Clarkton.
Special Agents accuse Summerfield man of filing false unemployment insurance claim
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey today announced that Alman Michael Coleman, 42, of 4710 Crestfield Road, Summerfield, was charged with insurance fraud and obtaining property by fa
Special Agents charge Charlotte woman with insurance fraud
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey today announced that Deatra Yolanda Wallace, 47, of 3314 Erskine Drive, Charlotte, was charged with felony insurance fraud.
Special Agents charge Charlotte woman with insurance fraud
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey today announced that Deatra Yolanda Wallace, 47, of 3314 Erskine Drive, Charlotte, was charged with felony insurance fraud.
Water safety, rip currents – enjoy summer fun, but stay safe
It's not officially summer and the staggering statistics are out: Eight drowning deaths have been reported along North Carolina's coast in the past month. The cause of six of them?
Are you prepared for Hurricane Season, mudslides?
With the 2019 hurricane season upon us, Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey is encouraging residents to be prepared this season to avoid the suffering that followed last year's Hurricane Florence on
State Fire Marshal Mike Causey organizes statewide smoke alarm canvass to prevent fire deaths
As the number of fire deaths continues to rise in North Carolina, Insurance Commissioner and State Fire Marshal Mike Causey has organized a team of firefighters and volunteers to be out in force th
Results are in: Office of State Fire Marshal installs thousands of smoke alarms on Smoke Alarm Saturday
Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey, who also serves as the State Fire Marshal, is pleased to announce that Smoke Alarm Saturday 2019 was a huge success in the ongoing effort to prevent fire deaths
Special Agents accuse Goldsboro woman of filing false damage claims
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey today announced that Tina L. Whitley, 53, of 821 N.C. 581 South, Goldsboro, was charged with insurance fraud, a felony.
Raleigh man accused of filing false car-theft report
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey today announced the arrest of Anthony M. Watson, 45, of 5606 Bringle Court, Raleigh. Watson was charged with insurance fraud, a felony.
Reidsville woman accused of reporting repossessed car as stolen
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey today announced the arrest of Saphonia Denise Sellars, 26, of 528 N. Scales St., Reidsville. Sellars was charged with felony insurance fraud.
Burlington man accused of submitting altered medical bills to insurance company
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey today announced the arrest of Chad Steven Neiswonger, 42, of 621 Cameron St., Burlington.
'Baby, It's Hot Inside': Commissioner Mike Causey launches summer campaign to prevent tragedies in hot cars
As the summer season quickly approaches, Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey and Safe Kids North Carolina are reminding people of the dangers of leaving children in cars by launching a statewide sum
Special Agents accuse Kernersville man of insurance fraud
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey today announced the arrest of Alexander Mitchell Harris, 20, of 5086 Ches Lane, Kernersville.
Special agents charge Goldsboro man with insurance fraud
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey today announced the arrest of Michael Deshawn Sawyer, 27, of 1201 Crisp St., Goldsboro.
Greensboro, Burlington men arrested for acting as false bail agents among other charges
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey today announced the arrest of Anthony Rayshawn Simpson, 28, of 907 Logan St., Greensboro, and Daryl Andrea Beasley, 31, of 508 Storey St., Burlingt
Commissioner Causey, bill sponsors urge senators to approve Hands Free bill to save lives, hold down insurance rates
On Tuesday, May 7, the Hands Free NC Act, House Bill 144, overwhelmingly cleared the North Carolina House.
Commissioner Causey urges vigilance to help fight arson
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner and State Fire Marshal Mike Causey is marking Arson Awareness Week by urging residents to be alert to potential signs of arson.
Prepare and Prevent: Hurricane Preparation Week runs until May 11
RALEIGH – North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey is using Hurricane Preparedness Week (May 5-11) to encourage North Carolinians to “be prepared” as we approach June 1, the official start
Department of Insurance to conduct disaster relief, flood insurance town halls
As the hurricane season approaches June 1, North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey is using Hurricane Preparedness Week (May 5-11) to announce five town hall meetings this month to inform
Special Agents charge Brunswick County woman with insurance fraud
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey today announced the arrest of Lashandra Jean Humphrey, 34, of 665 Smith Road, Supply.
Special Agents accuse Hubert woman of insurance fraud
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey today announced the arrest of Kasia Alicia Taylor, 34, of 215 Zachary Lane, Hubert. Tayler was charged with felony insurance fraud.
Georgia man accused of insurance fraud by faking fall at a Cherokee County restaurant
A Georgia man faces felony charges after being accused of intentionally falling at the Wendy's fast food restaurant in Murphy last summer.
Norwood woman charged with insurance fraud: accused of falsely reporting lost jewelry
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey today announced that Jennifer Dawn Burris, 38, of 4098 Old Davis Road, Norwood, was charged with insurance fraud and attempting to obtain property
Apex man charged with insurance fraud
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey today announced the arrest of Brendal Scott Epling, 30, of 220 Newbury Park Way, Apex. Epling was charged with felony insurance fraud.
Special Agents accuse Smithfield woman of insurance fraud
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey today announced the arrest of Calleigh Marie Grennier, 29, of 110 S. Lakeside Drive, Smithfield.
Special Agents accuse Randleman woman of insurance fraud
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey today announced the arrest of Lizbeth Cabrera Appleget, 30, of 109 Weaver St., Randleman. Appleget was charged with felony insurance fraud.
N.C. Department of Insurance to conduct disaster relief, flood insurance town halls
As the hurricane season approaches June 1, North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey is initiating efforts to educate residents about the need to purchase flood insurance and disaster relie
N.C.'s young Captive Insurance program advances as an industry leader
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey is pleased to report that North Carolina continues to experience growth in its captive insurance industry, and with the program now into its sixth
Commissioner Causey thanks SHIIP volunteers during National Volunteer Week
"Last year, North Carolina's Seniors' Health Insurance Information Program volunteers saved senior citizens more than $63 million," Commissioner Causey said, as National Volunteer Week kicked off.
Commissioner Causey negotiates a settlement on proposed auto insurance rates
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey has announced he has settled with the N.C. Rate Bureau for an overall average rate increase of 1.6 percent on personal auto insurance.
"Hands-Free" legislation highlighted during Distracted Driving press event Tuesday, April 2
April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month. According to AAA Carolinas, in 2018, 123 people died in North Carolina as a result of distracted driving.
Greensboro woman charged with insurance fraud
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey today announced that Madalena Carroll Nisi, 52, of 1443 Overbrook Lane, Denver, was charged with felony insurance fraud.
Special Agents accuse Castle Hayne woman of insurance fraud
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey today announced the arrest of Jeneva Powell, 25, of 578 Island Creek Road, Castle Hayne. Powell was charged with felony insurance fraud.
Greensboro woman charged with insurance fraud
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey today announced that Madalena Carroll Nisi, 52, of 1443 Overbrook Lane, Denver, was charged with felony insurance fraud.
Special Agents charge Charlotte man with insurance fraud
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey today announced that Terrell Deon-Ellis Johnson, 41, of 4219 Waterford Valley Circle, Charlotte, was charged with felony attempting to obtain prope
Denver woman accused of insurance fraud involving lapsed policy
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey today announced that Madalena Carroll Nisi, 52, of 1443 Overbrook Lane, Denver, was charged with felony insurance fraud.
Former Johnston County volunteer fire chief given probation, ordered to make restitution after pleading guilty to insurance fraud, embezzlement, false pretense charges
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey today announced the conviction of a former Johnston County volunteer fire chief, who was given probation and ordered to repay more than $23,000 he
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