Florida Division of Investigative and Forensic Services (DIFS) News

Florida Construction Co. Owner Accused of $700K Workers’ Comp Scam

A Florida construction company owner has been arrested after allegedly providing fictitious information when applying for workers’ compensation insurance coverage to obtain a lower premium, according to a statement from Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis. Maria Cristina Romero Zelaya, owner …

Florida Steps up Fraud Fight With New Division of Investigative and Forensic Services

The Florida Department of Financial Services is enhancing its law enforcement strategy to fight fraud in the state by integrating its current units housed within DFS and forming the Division of Investigative and Forensic Services, according to a statement from …