Case Type: Criminal

Result: Non-Indictment (No Charges)

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1. Case Overview

The client underwent an orthopedic procedure due to severe pain and subsequently filed an insurance claim under their existing medical expense policy. However, the insurance company filed a criminal complaint, alleging that the claim was false or exaggerated, accusing both the client and the orthopedic clinic director of violating the Special Act on the Prevention of Insurance Fraud.

2. Suhn Law Group’s Response

(1) Detailed Analysis of the Allegations and Strategic Preparation

The client retained Suhn Law Group after completing the first round of police questioning. Considering that the case involved multiple co-defendants, Attorney Lee Hye-rin, Managing Partner and head of the Criminal Defense Team, meticulously reviewed the questions from the first investigation to identify inconsistencies and areas of potential risk.

Since the second round of questioning was expected to focus on discrepancies between statements made by co-defendants, the defense team developed a precise response strategy and conducted mock interview sessions with the client to ensure complete readiness.

(2) Attendance at Police Interrogation and Verification of Records

The client, understandably anxious about the second interrogation, attended with their attorney. With the attorney’s support, the client was able to confidently provide consistent, well-prepared statements. The legal team also thoroughly reviewed the official record to ensure that the written statements accurately reflected the client’s testimony.

(3) Submission of Defense Opinion with Supporting Evidence and Relevant Precedents

During the first police questioning, the client—due to nervousness—had made some inaccurate or incomplete statements. To address this, the Suhn Law Group team submitted a detailed attorney’s opinion, supported by documentary evidence, factual records, and relevant case precedents, to clearly demonstrate the client’s innocence.

3. Outcome

Insurance fraud allegations are known for their high conviction rate, and a guilty verdict can trigger civil lawsuits, requiring repayment of insurance benefits, accrued interest, and litigation costs. Therefore, the police investigation phase is often decisive.

Thanks to Suhn Law Group’s thorough preparation and strategic defense, the investigative authorities issued a non-indictment decision, concluding that the client was not guilty of any wrongdoing.

Case Contact: Attorney Lee Hye-lin