Q: My estranged husband dropped me from his health coverage while I am under a doctors care. Do I have any legal recourse?
I left the marriage due to domestic abuse and adultery. I snuck away with nothing but my clothes and car, while he was at work. I have been homeless since leaving the marriage but at least I am now safe. He makes a 6-figure income and is in a high-profile position for the City of Battle Creek. I have been under a doctors care for and taking medication due to the abuse suffered during the marriage. I only became aware of not having medical insurance coverage when attempting a routine prescription refill with my pharmacy and was told I had "no insurance to cover the cost of the medications." I have tried to contact my husband but he refuses to take my calls and/or does not return messages or emails. I've been covered as his spouse under his employer sponsored plan since 2014. He began a new position with a new employer in October 2018 and it was at that time he dropped me from his coverage. We are still legally married.
A: You will need to get about the business of filing for divorce quickly to fully resolve this issue. You may be entitled to free legal assistance considering your financial status and domestic violence allegations.
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