Reducing workers' compensation fraud: a deterrent approach

Occup Med. 1998 Apr-Jun;13(2):429-38.

Abstract

Popular misconceptions view economic crime against workers' compensation systems as victimless and therefore acceptable. This chapter argues that the courts must express strong denunciation of this fraud to engender a climate of deterrence. The law and order approach developed in Alberta, where Workers' Compensation Board investigators are given police powers, is examined.

MeSH terms

  • Alberta
  • Canada
  • Fraud*
  • Humans
  • United States
  • Workers' Compensation* / legislation & jurisprudence