[Nasrudith]

HIPAA fines are large and per violation, and downright strict - "reasonable cause" is a category of violation.

And what do you mean by "obviously illegal"? What is "obvious" or "common sense" about the law can be very wrong with a little research. Cocaine is obviously illegal! Except for the fact it is Schedule 2 and has niche legitimate medical uses and is important enough emergency rooms keep it on hand.