Public Insurance

In 2003, our house burned to the ground along with thousands of others in the devastating San Diego Cedar Wildfires. A few days later, when the police and fire department allowed survivors back into their neighborhoods to view what remained of their homes, we saw a post-apocalyptic scene out of Mad Max. Almost everything--houses,... more »

The Marine Corps Reserves often attract well-qualified volunteers, largely because of the resources and benefits available to them. Benefits include financial assistance for education, competitive edge in future jobs, insurance plans, a retirement fund and discounts on public goods and services. more »

An insurance adjuster is an expert who works for consumers to settle their insurance claims. They take care of all the time consuming and intricate documentation and get a fair deal for clients from the insurance company. Appointed by insurance companies, the adjuster also prevents deceitful and unlawful claims. This is how you can... more »

A minister, member of a religious order or a Christian Science Practitioner who is conscientiously opposed to acceptance of any public insurance that makes payments in the event of death, disability, old age, retirement or medical care, can request exemption from paying self-employment taxes. The tax exemption has to be applied for on... more »

Insurance adjusters are kind of like police detectives for insurance companies that insure homes and vehicles--also called property and casualty. When a claim is filed, the adjuster takes pictures of the damaged vehicle or home, interviews any witnesses if there are any and speaks with law enforcement or any other professionals that... more »