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While it is true that nearly 50 million Americans don't have health insurance, this does not mean things are perfect for people who do have insurance. In addition to problems of underinsurance,...

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Who can forget the hanging chads or butterfly ballot from the 2000 Election, or the extremely long lines awaiting inner city voters and numerous complaints of voting irregularities in...

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Serving on a jury is one of our civic obligations - it helps us ensure that everyone receives the fair trial they deserve. A recent, widespread scam seeks to take advantage of this sense of duty to...

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Well, it couldn't hurt, according to a former Democratic House Leader and spokeswoman for Reform Michigan Government Now. Dianne Byrum was quoted in the Lansing State Journal as saying "This...

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Personal Water Crafts (PWC's) are fundamentally different from conventional boats in terms of design, operation and use. They are designed to allow them to be operated...

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According to a recent Michigan Lawyers Weekly poll, Detroit attorney Marietta Robinson would easily win this falls election for a seat on Michigan's Supreme Court. The poll was conducted...

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Golf carts are increasingly being seen on suburban streets as an alternative to gas-guzzling SUVs and cars but they come with an increased safety risk. Newer carts can hit 25 m.p.h. and they...

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Michigan is fortunate to have an abundance of inland lakes, streams, and rivers, in addition to the Great Lakes. As the weather gets warmer, many Michigan residents will be spending the summer...

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Between 1960 and 2000, life expectancy in the United States has generally increased by 7 years for men and 6 years for women. However, a new study published by the Public Library of Science found a...

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Most people can tell you we all lose bone density as we age, resulting in fragile bones that easily break in our old age. According to the Department of Health and Human Services, women generally, and those who are post menopausal, are at an increase risk for osteoporosis. It seemed, therefore, something needed to be done to help prevent bone density loss.In March 1995 Merck decided to do...

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Parents have yet another problem to add to their ever-growing list of concerns for their children's safety. Defective toy products - supposedly designed to entertain and educate children - pose an enormous health risk that many parents may not suspect. These poorly-made playthings put innocent and vulnerable children in jeopardy. Two recent announcements illustrate this threat to Michigan...

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According to Michigan law, Attorney General Mike Cox can only provide legal assistance to the State, the Governor, and the Legislature. In addition to this general rule, the Attorney General of Michigan can also investigate and prosecute claims of fraud against individual or groups of Michigan consumers. However, if you have a claim against a drug company, don't look to Mike Cox for help.If...

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Patsy Bates was originally approved for health insurance by Health Net effect August 1, 2003. The next month she was diagnosed with cancer. In December Ms. Bates was asked to clarify certain portions of her health insurance application, and then in January 2004 her policy was terminated. This termination occurred while Ms. Bates was receiving chemotherapy treatment and left her with a bill...

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Did you or someone you know take Vioxx and have an adverse reaction? What about being involved in an automobile accident where serious injuries were sustained? If you live in Michigan you are out of luck when trying to hold the pharmaceutical industry or the negligent driver accountable for their actions, and you have Senator Mike Bishop and Senator Wayne Kuipers to thank.Let's start with...

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According to a poll of attorneys who have practiced before the Michigan Supreme Court in the past six years, Justice Cliff Taylor is second to last in terms of overall performance. For a more thorough analysis of the study that was conducted by Michigan Lawyers Weekly, click here. This will come to no surprise to anyone who has followed decisions coming out of the Michigan Supreme Court since...

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