NOSSCR Lawsuit Raises Serious Allegations of Financial Mismanagement
A lawsuit (NOSSCR Lawsuit – Case No: 2025-CAB-000647) has been filed in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia against the National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives (NOSSCR) and Board Chairman Paul Burkhalter. The plaintiffs, Board Members Natalie J. Keeve and Michael Liner, allege financial mismanagement, improper fund allocation, and governance violations within the organization.
Key Allegations in the NOSSCR Lawsuit
💰 Misuse of Donor Funds
A $70,000 contribution intended for NOSSCR programs was allegedly redirected to Essex Strategies, a company with ties to NOSSCR leadership.
📈 Concerns Over Executive Compensation
A $30,000 monthly donor contribution was allegedly allocated to increase leadership salaries instead of supporting disability advocacy initiatives.
⚖️ Governance & Bylaw Violations
The lawsuit claims that NOSSCR leadership attempted to suspend and remove whistleblower Board members without following the organization’s proper governance procedures.
🔍 Lack of Financial Transparency
Plaintiffs allege that requests for an independent audit were repeatedly ignored, raising concerns over financial oversight and donor accountability.
Potential Impact on NOSSCR & the Legal Community
❗ Donors may reconsider financial support until transparency is restored.
❗ Legal professionals in the disability advocacy space are closely monitoring the case.
❗ This lawsuit underscores the importance of governance and financial accountability in nonprofit organizations.
About NOSSCR
The National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives (NOSSCR) is a nonprofit association established in 1979, dedicated to advocating for Social Security Disability claimants and supporting the attorneys and representatives who assist them. NOSSCR provides education, legal resources, and legislative advocacy to improve Social Security Disability programs and ensure fair treatment for individuals with disabilities.
As a prominent industry organization, NOSSCR plays a key role in shaping policies related to Social Security Disability law and has historically worked closely with Congress and the Social Security Administration. However, recent lawsuits have raised concerns about the organization’s governance, financial transparency, and leadership accountability, leading to increased scrutiny from members and industry stakeholders. (National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives (NOSSCR) – NOSSCR Lawsuit 2025)
📌 Track the Case Here:
🔗 Filed Complaint and TRO Motion – D.C. Superior Court Official Record
🔗 D.C. Superior Court Case Link – NOSSCR LAWSUIT
🔗 Learn More About NOSSCR: National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives
