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Mark D. DeBofsky to Speak at CBA Seminar on LTD and Social Security Law

by DeBofsky | Jan 13, 2023 | Announcements, Long Term Disability | 0 comments

Mark D. DeBofsky, Founder of DeBofsky Law, is to speak at the upcoming Chicago Bar Association (CBA) Committee meeting on January 19, 2023, at 12:15 – 1:15 PM CT

In this one-hour webcast, Mr. DeBofsky will provide an introduction to long term disability for the social security practitioner.

The CBA committee meeting seminars are virtual unless otherwise specified. Members should register for online meetings and may attend any meeting they choose. Schedule subject to change.

We look forward to seeing you at the virtual seminar on January 19^th.

Note: IL MCLE credit for live webcast only. No MCLE credit for on demand webcast.

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Wilderness Therapy Ruling May Deter Broad Policy Exclusions

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