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King v. Burwell at the Supreme Court: Oral Arguments

This blog is part of a weekly series—one that analyzes the political, legal, and social issues and ramifications of King v. Burwell, a lawsuit before the Supreme Court that threatens to undermine the Affordable Care… Read more.

03.05.2015 / Ron Pollack, / Insights Column

King v. Burwell Puts Lives at Risk

The following was originally published on Alliance for Justice's "Justice Watch" blog. On March 4, the Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in King v. Burwell. The plaintiffs in this case are challenging the federal government’s… Read more.

03.02.2015 / Ben D’Avanzo, Claire McAndrew, / Insights Column

The Affordable Care Act Is a ‘Three-Legged Stool’

One of the most significant and popular features of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is the new protection that puts an end to insurance company discrimination against people with pre-existing health conditions. This important… Read more.

02.18.2015 / Ron Pollack, / Insights Column

State Advocates’ Agenda for Private Health Insurance in 2015

Around the country, health care advocates are developing advocacy agendas to ensure that private health insurance plans meet consumers’ needs. From addressing high costs for consumers to strengthening provider networks to improving prescription drug… Read more.

02.18.2015 / Cheryl Fish-Parcham, Claire McAndrew, / Insights Column