Legal Council Blog
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Welcoming New Board Members
The Legal Council Board of Directors is a dynamic, engaged group of people who are deeply committed to our work. At the March meeting, we were thrilled to vote on…
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An End to “Claw Backs” of Overpayments
The Social Security Administration will no longer “claw back” 100% of person’s Social Security Disability Insurance or retirement monthly benefits if they do not respond to a repayment notice.
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National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NWGHAAD)
HIV can impact everyone; however, certain communities—especially women and girls—are often excluded from the conversation regarding HIV. National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NWAGHAAD) is an opportunity to increase education around and show support for women and girls impacted by HIV/AIDS.
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Client Focus: Lee’s Fight to Secure School Supports
Read Lee’s story on fighting to secure special education supports for her son David.
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Supporter Spotlight: Daniel Coyne
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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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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