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Did the Affordable Care Act End the Collateral Source Rule?

This article explores the possibility that as cases are litigated under the Affordable Care Act, there is an opportunity for a change in the collateral source rule and the corresponding impact on the presentation of damages in personal injury cases.

21 minute read November 01, 2014 at 01:25 PM
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Spencer A. Bomar
Did the Affordable Care Act End the Collateral Source Rule?

The Affordable Care Act has the potential to change dramatically many aspects of America's healthcare system, including access to medical care, insurance coverage for medical expenses, and the actual costs of care.

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