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UNHCR warns that severe funding cuts put refugees at increased danger

JURIST

The UNHCR has also been forced to suspend the biometric registration of asylum-seekers in countries like Mali, meaning nearly 20,000 people have no legal recognition and are shut out of work, healthcare, and even basic shelter. For 75 years, UNHCR has stood at the frontlines of protection, offering shelter and finding solutions.

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Paralegal Tips for Negotiating Client Bills and Liens

Paralegal Bootcamp

Healthcare liens. Healthcare liens are the hardest to reduce, but that shouldn’t stop you from trying. When I negotiate with a healthcare subrogation company, I always include as much I can about the details of the settlement and how much my client has suffered. I include the settlement amount and attorney’s fees.

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Utah Sandbox OKs Two Programs Enabling Non-Lawyers To Give Legal Advice On Medical Debt

LawSites

Two non-profit pilot programs won approval this week under Utah’s regulatory sandbox to provide non-lawyer legal assistance to individuals with medical debt. i4J will provide the MDLA training as an online, modular, bilingual curriculum.

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6 Ways to Expand Your Paralegal Education

Paralegal Bootcamp

For instance, the book “The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks,” by Rebecca Skloot, demonstrates the need for and purpose of disclosure, consent, and other ethical considerations in healthcare law. . Museum exhibits and podcasts personalize significant court cases or legal developments such as the evolution of labor or environmental laws.

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3 Online Career Programs for Busy Parents

Blackstone Career Institute

If you’re a busy parent looking to advance your career or transition into a new field, consider these three online career training programs: Legal Assistant/Paralegal , Medical Billing and Coding , and Medical Transcription. For busy parents, pursuing a Legal Assistant/Paralegal diploma online is an excellent option.

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5 Intriguing Virtual Programs for Adult Learners

Blackstone Career Institute

Legal Assistant/Paralegal The online Legal Assistant/Paralegal Program at Blackstone Career Institute offers a comprehensive education for aspiring legal assistants. According to the Occupational Outlook Handbook , the median salary for medical office assistants is $42,000.

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Get Certified in Your Gap Year

Blackstone Career Institute

Legal Assistant/Paralegal Blackstone’s Legal Assistant/Paralegal Program can be completed within 6-12 months on average. Upon completion of the program, Blackstone covers the cost to sit for the Certified Paralegal (CP®) exam given by the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA).