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State bar recommends disciplinary hearing for Lindquist over murder-trial TV appearance

Pierce County Prosecutor Mark Linquist has a running history of complaints about his management style which tends toward favoritism and self-promotion. The Bar Association has not acted and a recall attempt never quite got off the ground. I’m sure he’d … Continue reading

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In the hospital? Under observation or admitted – a big difference

If I’m ever in the hospital, why should I have to double check to find out whether I’m “under observation” or “admitted?” Well, it makes all the difference to Medicare if you’re going to need skilled nursing (SNF) care. Medicare wants … Continue reading

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