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HRS §431:14A-116

Fraud and false statements in workers' compensation

This section makes it illegal to lie to get or avoid workers' compensation payments. It also requires the insurance company to set up a program to find and investigate fraud.

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The statute, as written — Wilful misrepresentation and fraud

(a) Any person who wilfully makes a false statement or representation for the purpose of directly obtaining any compensation or payment or for the purpose of avoiding any compensation or payment under this article shall be subject to the penalties in section 386-98. (b) The company shall develop and implement a program to identify and investigate fraudulent insurance acts.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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