Insurance Fraud Lawyer in Columbus
ORC § 2913.47
Definition of Insurance Fraud
- With purpose defraud or to facilitate fraud,
- Misrepresenting information,
- To an insurer.
Potential Penalties
If found guilty in a case of Insurance fraud the sentence can be either a first-degree misdemeanor or a felony of the fifth degree depending on the value of insurance involved in the deception. A first-degree misdemeanor can be penalized by a fine of up to $1,000 and a jail sentence of up to 180 days. If the crime is considered a fifth-degree felony, the crime can be punishable by 6-12 months in prison and a fine of up to $2,500.
At Funkhouser Law, from the moment a client walks through the door, we presume that they are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. As such, we work hard to accomplish the most favorable outcome for each of our clients.
If you have been accused of insurance fraud, please call Funkhouser Law for a free consultation with an experienced, peer-rated lawyer.
Real Experiences from Our Clients
Dedicated to Your Defense
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“His character, experience, and work ethic make him an ideal Lawyer.”- Dan R.
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“My family and I will recommend him and use him in the future if we need an attorney.”- R.A.
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“For my family, we can count on him whether it is personal or corporate because he is no longer an attorney to our family business but a friend to our family.”- Luke S.
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“Doug Funkhouser is one of the most intelligent and personable criminal defense attorneys in Ohio.”- B.G.
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“Douglas Funkhouser came highly recommended from 2 of his previous clients whom I had a business relationship, so I set high expectations for him. Mr. Funkhouser met and exceeded those expectations.”- R.J.
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“He treated my case like he was fighting to save himself.”- J.L.
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“I contacted Doug and he returned my call in a fast timely fashion, answering all my questions and making me feel confident about my case.”- J.E.
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“As a lawyer I understood the problems facing me when I was cited for OVI. I knew Doug and his reputation, but still had much trepidation about my case. Through the course of his representation he alleviated these concerns and kept me calm.”- R.B.
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“- John F.
J and I again want to thank you very much for the outstanding professional help that you provided on J’s behalf.
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