In today’s digital world, charitable giving can be a click away—but so can the risk of falling victim to scams. Charitable Giving Fraud and Other Online Dangers dives into the emotional tactics cybercriminals use to deceive generous donors, especially in times of crisis, from Veterans Day to natural disasters like the Maui fires. With millions lost to online charity scams, this article reveals eye-opening statistics and outlines essential steps to protect yourself and ensure your support reaches the right hands. Ready to learn how to spot red flags and give with confidence? Read on! (PDF)
As published in DRI’s In-House Defense Quarterly, Fall 2024, pp 20-22.
Barry S. Herrin, JD, FAHIMA, FACHE, is the founder of Herrin Health Law, P.C., in Atlanta, Ga. Herrin offers more than 30 years of experience practicing law in the areas of healthcare and hospital law and policy, privacy law and health information management, among other healthcare-specific practice areas. He is a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives and a Fellow of the American Health Information Management Association. He also holds a Certificate in Cyber Security from the Georgia Institute of Technology. Reach him at 404-459-2526 or barry.herrin@herrinhealthlaw.com.