Diagnosing COVID-19's Effects on SSD Programs
The pandemic has had multiple impacts on Social Security disability programs. In this session attorney Kevin Liebkemann and Dr. Alyssa Scher will focus on how the pandemic has affected medical treatment and documentation, and in turn how that has created additional challenges in disability claims. The presentation will include practical tips for addressing these challenges.
Kevin Liebkemann - is a Tulane Law graduate who has represented clients in Social Security Disability cases for over 25 years. He currently works at Legal Services of New Jersey, a not-for-profit Legal Aid group that provides free legal help to many people who otherwise could not afford it. Kevin’s work also involves writing articles on disability-related topics, training other attorneys and advocates, and policy work. When Kevin is not doing legal work or spending time with family, he enjoys writing songs and performing his music.