Dr. Emmanuel Hostin, a prominent New York doctor, finds himself embroiled in a legal battle following a lawsuit filed by American Transit Insurance Company on December 17, 2024. The lawsuit accuses Dr. Hostin of committing federal insurance fraud and seeks damages amounting to at least $450 million. In addition to Dr. Hostin, his medical practice has also been named in the lawsuit. With allegations of fraudulent activities, the case has drawn significant attention, partly due to Dr. Hostin's wife, Sunny Hostin, co-host of "The View," being involved in the legal proceedings.
American Transit Insurance Company has accused Dr. Hostin and others of billing for medical services that were allegedly not provided. The lawsuit claims that Dr. Hostin "knowingly provided fraudulent medical and other healthcare services including arthroscopic surgeries" and received compensation "disguised as dividends or other cash distributions." These actions, according to American Transit, are part of an effort to combat no-fault fraud, which is described as a significant issue in New York.
“American Transit commenced its lawsuit as part of its statutory responsibility to fight no-fault fraud which is rampant in New York.” – American Transit
In response to these allegations, Dr. Hostin has enlisted the legal support of Mark Geragos, a high-profile attorney known for representing celebrities in contentious cases. Geragos has not only labeled the lawsuit as "completely baseless and without any factual support" but also threatened a countersuit against American Transit for $5 million if the claims are not withdrawn. He further described the lawsuit as a "blanket, scattershot, meritless lawsuit by a near-bankrupt insurance carrier."
“blanket, scattershot, meritless lawsuit by a near-bankrupt insurance carrier.” – Thwaites
Dr. Hostin's legal team argues that the lawsuit is an attempt to harass and defame him and his family, leveraging Sunny Hostin's celebrity status as a public figure to amplify their claims.
“a public media smear campaign in the press to harass and defame Dr. Hostin, his wife and their children by attempting to weaponize his wife’s celebrity.” – Letter
“Your unscrupulous tactics are well known in the industry, and Dr. Hostin and his family will not be intimidated.” – Letter
Geragos has further criticized American Transit by referencing a report from New York State’s Department of Financial Services that outlines potential financial improprieties within the company.
“a damning 83-page report filed by New York State’s Department of Financial Services… laid out dozens of potential financial improprieties and accounting problems at American Transit.” – Geragos
The lawsuit against Dr. Hostin forms part of one of the largest federal RICO cases ever filed in New York. It names over 200 individuals allegedly involved in various fraudulent activities. Despite the gravity of these accusations, Geragos remains adamant that American Transit’s financial instability is the driving force behind the legal action.
“It is clear that American Transit’s longstanding insolvency is at the root of the frivolous lawsuit against Dr. Hostin and the accompanying media smear campaign.” – Geragos
American Transit has stood firm on its stance, highlighting its obligation to tackle insurance fraud and denying any improper conduct on its part.
“The allegations of the Complaint speak for themselves. With respect to any allegations by any defendant as to improper conduct by American Transit or its counsel, such assertions are emphatically denied as without basis.” – American Transit
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