Supreme Court weighs widespread impact of SNF arbitration case
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Feb 24, 2017
The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in a nursing home arbitration agreement case could have a broader effect on lawsuits involving the power of attorney, according to arguments heard Wednesday.
Supreme Court’s DOMA ruling expands long-term care insurance options in California
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McKnight's Staff
Jun 27, 2013
Some same-sex couples in the nation’s most populous state will have expanded access to long-term care, following two historic U.S. Supreme Court decisions announced Wednesday.
Also in the News for Tuesday, Dec. 5
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Josh Henreckson
Dec 05, 2023
Outlook ‘deteriorating’ for US life plan communities due to inflation, staffing … State Supreme Court sends 10-year-old nursing home class action lawsuit back to a restart … Tooth loss by age 65...
False Claims Act cases could rise depending on Supreme Court ruling
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Marty Stempniak
Jan 07, 2019
Whistleblowers in False Claims Act cases may no longer be able to “forum shop” depending on whether the nation’s highest court agrees to standardizing lawsuit timelines.
Also in the news for June 27, 2014 . . .
Jun 27, 2014
Supreme Court rules against White House over recess appointments to labor board … Hospital readmissions penalties should be based on 15-day rates? … Gov’t releases guide for nursing homes...
Also in the News for Monday, Oct. 30
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James M. Berklan
Oct 30, 2023
Massive joint-replacement recall could increase care burden for affected seniors … 65-year prison sentence for thefts by senior care worker upheld by state Supreme Court … Pandemic brought greater...
Supreme Court tackles Medicaid expansion today
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McKnight's Staff
Mar 28, 2012
The U.S. Supreme Court is scheduled to hear oral arguments today over whether the Affordable Care Act’s expansion of Medicaid is constitutional.
Supreme Court takes up labor case
Mar 21, 2008
The U.S. Supreme Court is expected to hand down a decision later this year on a case involving a California law that prohibits employers from using state funds to influence union elections.
Also in the News for Thursday, Feb. 22, 2024
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Kimberly Marselas
Feb 22, 2024
With projected Fed decreases, investor confidence is rising … 38 House members call on CMS to improve dental care for Medicare beneficiaries with diabetes … TN Supreme court endorses arbitration agreements...
More nursing home COVID cases stay in state courts — for now
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Kimberly Marselas
Jul 05, 2023
A recent rash of federal court orders made clear the path for COVID-related lawsuits in nine states, but more controversy over PREP Act immunity for protection could be brewing as another court considers...