Investigators had also recovered communications discussing the risk that Teresa’s complaint could expose the billing pattern.

In a separate proceeding, Nolan acknowledged unlawfully taking Teresa’s phone and documents.

His agreement required full cooperation with the investigation and restitution related to the property offense.

It did not establish that he had caused the collision.

Victor’s defense argued that the company had suffered administrative failures rather than deliberate fraud.

A later plea agreement resolved specific financial charges and imposed restitution and restrictions on his business activities.

Teresa was informed of the outcome before it became public.