New York's highest court of appeals has held that no-fault insurers cannot deny no-fault benefits where they unilaterally determine that a provider has committed misconduct based upon alleged fraudulent conduct. The Court held that this authority belongs solely to state regulators, specifically New York's Board of Regents, which oversees professional licensing and discipline. This follows a similar recent ruling in Florida reported in this publication.
Joseph Dever, PhD, DABT
Dr. Joseph Dever, a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a PhD in molecular and environmental toxicology, works as a toxicologist and analytical scientist for a dietary supplement company. With a background in toxicology and nutrition, Dr. Dever works on research relevant to both biological and analytical investigations. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Toxicology.