Investigators from the California Department of Insurance (CDI) Criminal Investigations Branch, Fraud Division, arrested a Sacramento woman on four felony counts of insurance fraud.
Debra Rodriguez, 48, was arrested while attending a pre-trial hearing at the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board in Sacramento. Rodriguez was transported and booked into the Sacramento County Jail, with bail set at $5,000. If convicted, Rodriguez could face up to five years in state prison and/or a maximum fine up to $50,000. The Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office is prosecuting the case.
In August 1999, Rodriguez reported to her insurance carrier that she injured her right shoulder, wrist and neck, as well as aggravated her left shoulder. Investigators claimed the alleged injuries occurred after sitting at a desk that was not properly modified for her. Investigators say one treating physician believed Rodriguez was exaggerating her pain based on his testing and examination. Rodriguez was also seen by a Qualified Medical Examiner (QME). The QME physician examined Rodriguez and also believed her symptoms were not credible. According to investigators, both doctors found inconsistencies and no physiological aspects to the injuries. As a result of this fraudulent claim, Travelers Property Casualty Insurance paid out $34,710.
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