Affordable Care Act provides healthcare counselors
Low income Michigan residents will soon have help navigating their new insurance options. According to Michigan Radio's Steve Carmody, four groups in the state, including Michigan Consumers for Healthcare, are training employees to counsel individuals on their Obamacare choices. The Affordable Care Act goes into effect on January 1st but people will have two months to enroll.
Detroit's bankruptcy is costly
Though Detroit's creditors may never be paid back, the city's lawyers and consultants stand to make a lot of money. The Detroit Free Press has reported that the legal fees could reach $100 million. But Michigan Radio's Lester Graham reports that the total could eventually double that or even more.
Ford C-Max not as efficient as advertised
The Ford Motor Company has had to adjust its reported gas mileage for the C-Max after it previously overstated the figure. Michigan Radio's Tracy Samilton reportsthat Ford advertised a 47 mpg for the C-Max. Consumer Reports magazine tested the vehicle and reported an average 37 mpg.
