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by Michael TarioSeptember 18, 2023 Personal Injury Attorney Blog Bellingham0 comments

Does Personal Injury Settlement Affect Medicaid in Washington State?

Medicaid is a health insurance program for low-income individuals of any age. It is an important program that provides health insurance to more than 2 million Washingtonians. In Washington state, like in many other states, Medicaid is a means-tested program. This means that eligibility for Medicaid is based on your income and assets.

If you have been injured in an accident and are ready to pursue an injury settlement, you may be wondering: does a personal injury settlement affect Medicaid?

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by Michael TarioMarch 14, 2016 Personal Injury Attorney Blog Bellingham0 comments

How to Recognize Nursing Home Neglect & Abuse

With an aging population, it is not surprising that more than 1.5 million people currently reside in nursing homes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Studies compiled by the National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA) indicate that a shocking 10 percent of all nursing home residents have suffered some form of abuse or neglect in the past year. It is important to note that only a small percentage of nursing home neglect and abuse is reported so the suffering is actually higher.

What Are the Warning Signs of Nursing Home Neglect and Abuse?

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