Elizabeth Edwards Says Judges Can Be Trusted To Recognize Bankruptcy Frauds

Elizabeth Edwards, senior fellow at Center for American Progress and wife of former Sen. John Edwards (D-N.C.), says if the Medical Bankruptcy Fairness Act passes, judges could be trusted to recognize fraudulent bankruptcy claims. (0:18)
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R.I. Constituents Explains High Costs Of Bankruptcy

Kerry Burns, a constituent of Rhode Island Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.), explains the process of filing for bankruptcy and Burns' son Finnegan died in March, leaving the family with bills that weren't covered by their insurance. She testified at the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Oversight and the Courts on Tuesday. (0:10)
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