By Lilly Syme on 17-01-2012
Tagged Under : Reform
After months of court rulings around the country, President Barack Obama and dozens of state officials have managed to move the debate over the constitutionality of health care reform to the U.S. Supreme Court. Exactly what would a decision from the court mean in this health reform debate? How could the justices impact the future of health care?
History of Legal Challenges for Health Reform Law
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, also known as the health care reform law, has been the focus of a number of debates since it was signed into law by President Barack Obama in March, 2010.
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By Zane Backhouse on 11-01-2012
Financial advisory service, myfinances.co.uk, has compiled a useful collection of tips to help householders and motorists during the winter months.
For motorists, one of the main pieces of advice is to fit winter tyres, as these can help enormously in coping with snowy and icy driving conditions.
The Association of British Insurers (ABI) says that car insurance premiums are unlikely to be affected by fitting winter tyres. It does, however, remind motorists that they should still avoid driving in treacherous conditions.
Myfinances.co.uk also advises motorists to take simple but necessary measures such as ensuring windows are always clear of ice or snow to ensure you are not breaking the law by driving with an obstructed view.
Tips for Homeowners
For householders, the website has some equally useful advice.
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By Brayden Daley on 06-01-2012
Some days I feel guilty about using my car when I could just as easily walk to where I need to be. After all those Christmas meals, drinks and treats I had, there’s no avoiding the fact that it’s about time I shape up and try a do a bit more exercise.
However, according to a new report I might actually be wrong. It Read more…
By Brayden Daley on 29-12-2011
A new study has found that last year (2010), about 40% of Americans had trouble paying medical bills. This is up from 34% just a few years ago in 2005. Lack of insurance coverage is an obvious obstacle to increased out-of-pocket spending, but Patricia Herman, an economist at the University of Arizona warns that even having health insurance isn’t always protective from being financially devastated by illness or injury.
The study, which appears online and in the August issue of the American Journal of Public Health, used data of 4,200 households in Arizona using the 2008 Arizona Health Survey which included items about whether families were having trouble paying medical bills or if they had delayed care because of the expense. D
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By Lilly Syme on 15-12-2011
The majority of insurance agents say they refer their clients seeking tax services to an accountant or certified public accountant, according to the latest IFAwebnews.com poll.
Exactly 71% of participants in the latest poll said they refer tax issues and tax preparation to an expert.
Another 22% do not discuss any tax issues with their clients, while the remaining 7% said they handle the issues themselves, according to the poll.
It is very important to locate the best quality auto insurance companies with the right policy for your vehicle. Yet, this is not always the easiest thing to do when you’re not sure what you should be looking for and how to spot the most valuable automobile insurance agencies. There are certain things that you can look for to determine whether or not an insurance company is for you and that’s by listening to the customers.
You can find out how a superior car indemnity protection company treats its customers. If the reviews that you read are mostly positive and they have some of the highest ratings, it’s time to start looking to see what type of insurance they can offer you for your vehicle. Also, Read more…
By Zane Backhouse on 05-12-2011
Those affected by flooding following the heavy rain that has afflicted parts of Scotland have been advised to contact their insurer with all haste by the ABI (Association of British Insurers).
Director of General Insurance Nick Starling described the flooding as precisely the sort of reason that insurance was designed for.
Starling added that insurers would have plans in place to minimise the stress and inconvenience policyholders face.
Most insurers will have 24 hour hotlines, and if any temporary emergency repairs are needed to prevent further damage occurring the insurer should be informed and receipts kept.
The ABI also advises that damaged goods should not be immediately thrown away (unless a hazard to health) as they may be repairable.
When floods are forecast valuable goods should be shifted to a higher floor and a list of emergency contact numbers kept in a safe place.
The advice mirrors that which the ABI gave in October, when flooding affected Northern Ireland, Wales and south-west England.
