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Study Finds That Obamacare Could Lower Costs of Liability Coverage

In a recent study by the Rand Corporation titled – How Will The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act Affect Liability Insurance Costs? – the authors found that the ACA will possibly affect major forms of liability insurance costs in both the short and long...
12 Apr 14
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New Bill To Require More Information Regarding Student Loans

One of the hardest things students face today is being able to afford higher education. While there are scholarships and grant programs college students can apply for, tuition and other costs more often than not outweigh the amount of free financial assistance. The Chronicle of...
10 Apr 14
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New Bill Aims to Protect Californians From Data Breaches

Since the major data breach hit Target customers in mid-December 2013, there have been a lot of talks about whether or not retail companies are protecting consumer information in the best way. About 40 million individuals’ credit or debit card account information may have...
10 Apr 14
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Animal Feed Additives Expected to Grow Between 2013 and 2020

According to a new research report conducted by Allied Market Research, the global animal feed additives market was valued at nearly $15 billion in 2013 and is projected to grow up to $20 billion by 2020. Due to high meat consumption all over the world, there has also been a...
09 Apr 14
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4 Reasons Why Hip and Knee Body Implants Need Warranties

There are several items that come with a warranty these days. Whether it’s a computer, a car or a phone, manufacturers tend to supply consumers with a warranty in case a product turns out faulty. It is a common and fair practice for most of our purchases, yet body implants...
05 Apr 14
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New Ruling Will Require Rear-View Technology On All Cars By May 2018

We’ve all experienced car accidents one way or another. From harmless fender benders to life-threatening collisions, we’ve all been there or know someone who has. Backover accidents in particular have not only caused damage to vehicles, but have also resulted in the...
03 Apr 14
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U.S. Consumers Are Short on Retirement Savings

Federal Reserve data shows that nearly half of American families have savings for retirement. For one, a slow recovery from a lagging economy certainly doesn’t help. However, statistics from the Bureau of Labor Statistics show that over 60 percent of working individuals...
02 Apr 14
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Consumers Get Last Minute Help Enrolling for Health Care Coverage

At about 5 a.m. this morning, SEIU – United Healthcare Workers West, opened their doors to individuals and families who have yet to sign up for health insurance. The organization is holding an “Enroll-a-thon” event in Los Angeles, Sacramento, Oakland and...
31 Mar 14
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Debt Collectors Use Unlawful Tactics Despite Fair Debt Collection Practices Act

If you’ve ever owed money, you know that getting a call from the debt collector is never fun. Debt collectors often use unorthodox methods to pressure consumers into making payments. As a result, the industry has come under increased scrutiny for its tactics and business...
29 Mar 14
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Skepticism Surrounds Anticipated Comcast – Time Warner Cable Merger

Earlier this year it was announced that Time Warner Cable would merge with Comcast – the largest media and communications corporation. According to the Institute of Media and Communications Policy, in 2011, Comcast had over 23 million cable/internet customers in the United...
28 Mar 14
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