She also obtained benefits herself, claiming she had carpal tunnel syndrome and anxiety. Polster ordered her to spend five months in prison. Robert Ufie, Pauline s brother, and Nick Polo also were sentenced to prison. She did go along with the program. The way they did is because a lot of these people really are sick.
Federal authorities disagree.
They allege the felons were mentally sharp enough to know exactly what the doctors needed to see and hear. Given the large number of patients , substantial numbers of physicians would have had to render judgments on their disabilities. She said she suffered from high anxiety and depression, and she was also caring for a friend with a terrible nervous disorder. She was sentenced to probation. They might not have the education, but they are very street-wise.