Two good discussions on health care reform this weekend, one from Ezra Klein at the Washington Post and the other from Frank Pasquale over at Health Reform Watch.
Life in Payday Hell
“Payday lenders are catastrophically harmful to all kinds of people including our plaintiff Kevin Johnson. They are also the outer edge of the more extreme examples of abusive practices, hidden fees and surprise changes in interest rates that even more respectable lending facilities engage in.”
Judge, Kindler v. Quinn, Burris
This past week, Despres, Schwartz & Geoghegan joined Cohen & Frankel in filing an amended lawsuit that argues that the 17th amendment rights of Illinois citizens are violated by the State’s refusal to conduct a special election to fill the Senate currently occupied by Roland Burris, who was appointed by the seat by then-Governor Blagojevich.
Shoveling billions into the banks
In April, Tom’s criticism of the current state of consumer credit in America was the cover story for Harper’s magazine. Thomas Schaller of the Baltimore Sun references it in his most recent column.
The “payday loan” debate in Springfield
While Despres, Schwartz & Geoghean pursue justice in the courtroom for victims of predatory lenders, legislative efforts in Springfield appear to have stalled.
Despres, Schwartz & Geoghegan file lawsuit against predatory payday lenders
Payday lenders in Illinois routinely skirt around the Payday Loan Reform Act by simply extending their loans beyond the length of time that the law considers to be a “payday loan.” Tom’s law firm is filing a class action suit against one of the biggest predatory lenders in the state.
Tom offers SCOTUS pick advice in The Nation
The Nation asks an esteemed group of legal experts to weigh in with some advice for President Obama as he prepares to choose his nominee to replace retiring Justice David Souter on the Supreme Court.
Infinite Debt discussed on “Democracy Now!”
Watch Tom’s appearance on “Democracy Now!” to discuss his recent Harper’s cover story “Infinite Debt: How interest rates destroyed the American economy”.
Tom on “The Interview Show” with Mark Bazer
During the 5th Congressional District campaign, Tom was a featured guest on The Interview Show with Mark Bazer.
Settlement announced in Advocate class action suit
Tom has announced a preliminary settlement in a class action suit he brought against Advocate Health Care which will result in reduced cost services for low income patients.
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