It's been a long time since I had to make an insurance claim. I know, I write about the topic all of the time, but it hasn't been since 1985 that I had any firsthand experience with adjusters.
You see, my regular sushi stop is located near the Toyota Motor Engineering and Manufacturing North America plant -- a mere block from National Underwriter's headquarters.
Well, first of all, with each passing year, you think about where you thought you'd be at this period in your life. Then you face the reality of where you actually are.
Michael Moore's Sicko is getting impressive reviews across the board.
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