Medical debt is a burden for many Oregonians. In fact, past due medical bills are a leading cause of bankruptcy.The research on the cost of healthcare is startling. Nearly all patients surveyed reported being more concerned about the bill upfront than the procedure....
Month: April 2019
Consumer rights give debtors power to stop creditor harassment
Collection agencies sometimes cross the line into harassment when they contact debtors in Oregon. Abusive language, threats or excessive telephone calls and texts can add significantly to the stress of people who have fallen behind on payments. The Fair Debt...
Bankruptcy options for the gig economy
If you work as a freelancer, you know the pride of being your own boss. You’re not alone. Freelancers Union reports over 38 percent of all workers, including over 50 percent of millennials, now work freelance jobs either on the side or as a main source of...
1 in 7 U.S. patients hit with surprise medical bills
Patients in Oregon and across the U.S. are getting slapped with surprise medical bills despite staying within their health care network, according to an analysis by the Health Care Cost Institute. In fact, the report found that approximately 1 in 7 patients nationwide...
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