We wrote a few weeks ago about Texas Governor Rick Perry and his announcement that he would be opting out of the Medicaid expansion under the Affordable Care Act. The expansion would require states to cover more residents but would also provide additional federal...
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Month: August 2012
Veterans face long waits, bureaucracy to get benefits
On Behalf of Wright Abshire, Attorneys, A Professional Corporation | Aug 24, 2012 | Uncategorized
As an increasing number of active duty service members return from abroad, more and more of them are being forced into early retirement by an injury or mental illness. Injuries and mental illness have become more common among Iraq and Afghanistan war veterans than...
Changing tax exemptions create uncertain future for heirs
On Behalf of Wright Abshire, Attorneys, A Professional Corporation | Aug 14, 2012 | Uncategorized
Estate tax exemptions are a major consideration for Texas residents when planning the way that they want to pass money and other assets to the next generation. Unfortunately, estate taxes are subject to frequent changes and improper planning now can lead to...
Governor’s Medicaid decision may impact Texas patients
On Behalf of Wright Abshire, Attorneys, A Professional Corporation | Aug 8, 2012 | Uncategorized
Governor Perry's decision to reject the option expansion of Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act has been controversial in Texas and around the country. He is one of several governors who have stated that they will not participate in that aspect of the newly upheld...
Many Americans not creating long term health care plans
On Behalf of Wright Abshire, Attorneys, A Professional Corporation | Aug 1, 2012 | Uncategorized
Surveys have overwhelmingly found that Americans would prefer to remain at home until the end of their lives, yet only 25 percent of patients aged 65 or older die at home. Experts say that this is largely because of a lack of end of life planning. Many Texas residents...
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