Legal Council Blog
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Supporter Spotlight: Mike Sullivan and Mark Robertson
Legal Council is fortunate enough to have a strong network of supporters who help sustain our important work. From individual donors to volunteers and community partners, our supportive network grows…
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Overpayments: The Cost of Administrative Errors
As recently highlighted on CBS News’ 60 Minutes and KFF Health News, few people receiving monthly checks from the Social Security Administration (SSA) realize that Social Security’s mistakes—specifically overpayments—are their…
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Welcoming Our New Executive Director, Julie Justicz
Legal Council for Health Justice is thrilled to welcome our new Executive Director, Julie Justicz, to our team. With extensive experience in disability law and non-profit consulting, Julie brings a…
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Reflecting on Tom Yates’ Tenure as Executive Director at Legal Council for Health Justice
As Legal Council for Health Justice celebrates the retirement of Executive Director, Tom Yates we are filled with gratitude for his commitment to our work. Tom served as Executive Director…
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Client Focus: Marcus
In the challenging landscape of managing HIV and other critical healthcare needs, the story of individuals like *Marcus vividly illustrates how the burden of unresolved utility bills, exacerbated by uncooperative…
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Ensuring Education for All: The McKinney-Vento Act & Recent Migrant Children in Chicago
Ensuring Education for All: The McKinney-Vento Act and Recent Migrant Children in Chicago As another busy school year gets underway in Chicago, an underlying challenge puts the city schools’ commitment…
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Empowering America: The Transformative Impact of Government Assistance on Poverty
In the complex and often challenging battle against poverty, government assistance programs are a clear beacon of hope. These programs play a pivotal role in alleviating the burdens of poverty…
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Transportation Troubles: The Challenges & Impact on Students with Disabilities in CPS
The beginning of a new school year is typically filled with excitement, anticipation, and the promise of new learning experiences. However, for many families of students with disabilities in Chicago…
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Medicaid Unwinding Update
Earlier this summer, Legal Council reported on Medicaid Unwinding, a process in which the Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) is reverting back to its pre-pandemic annual Medicaid redetermination process.…
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