We all know California is earthquake country and “unsettling” might be the word to describe recent major and devastating quakes in Japan, New Zealand and Haiti. Being prepared for--and surviving--a major quake should be first priority but what about the financial aftershocks?
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UCAN Opposes SDG&E's $29 Million Liability Insurance Rate Hike: an insurance expert explains why
Late last year, SDG&E filed a request with regulators to increase rates by $29 million for the increased liability premium expense incurred during 2009 due to the 2007 wildfires. UCAN was dubious -- sure, rates went up but $29 million (more than double) more?
"Make the [SDG&E Fire] Victim Pay"
Columnist Don Bauder is on fire about SDG&E's plans to make fire victims pay higher rates for SDG&E's negligence.
When can a doctor or hospital engage in balance billing?
Balance billing happens when you go to a doctor or hospital and get a separate bill for what the health plan refuses to pay. Learn your rights and check out our sample dispute letter. fight back.
SDG&E's ABC rate hike: "Arrogant, Bizarre, and Callow." Utility wants YOU to pay for its mistakes
SDG&E has announced that it wants YOU to pay for its mistakes by footing the bill for fire insurance. The request is as simple as ABC - it is Arrogant, Bizarre, and Callow.
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