Tag archive for ‘medical debt and bankruptcy’
Who’s watching out for your rights? Why “Elizabeth Warren” should be your choice.
by Tara Gaschler on 7/28/10 | 1 Comment(s)
I just got my evening email update for consumer bankruptcy issues. The lead story is about whether the President will appoint Elizabeth Warren to head the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. While this is admittedly, a bit “off-topic” for a bankruptcy blog, whoever is appointed to head the CFPB has the potential to significantly improve the [...]
I Can’t Afford To Pay My Medical Bills, Is Bankruptcy an Option?
by Moderator on 1/29/10 | 1 Comment(s)
Unfortunately, the term “medical bankruptcy” is becoming widespread in our country. Indeed, Facing a necessary medical procedure without health insurance can cause severe financial hardship. In fact, even those who have health insurance can struggle to make payments. According to CNN Health and the American Journal of Medicine, 60% of personal bankruptcies are caused by medical expenses: [...]
