I am in the military and getting ready to start a new job and have a question about USERRA.

Applicability. USERRA applies to all employers in the United States, regardless of the size of their business. It protects part-time positions,...

In filing a petition for rehearing, can I include a different quote from the same source?

Yes, so long as you are quoting from the official transcript. We do that all the time in briefs. One side tends to emphasize facts helpful to...

How much should I pay for a lawyer?

Call the VA Bar, and also the Roanoke Bar Association. http://www.roanokebar.com/

What does this mean in lay-mens terms? To maintain the respect due to the courts of justice and judicial officers.

Be polite, professional, respectful of others, follow the rules, and do it all ethically.

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I am an international student, I was told at first that I could not join the military, then another recruiter told me I could.

Yes, if you are here lawfully and otherwise qualify you can enlist. Over the last ten years thousands of foreign nationals have been granted US...

Shipping in a month and then husband filing a divorce

You will ship OK. Because of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act you will have some protections because of your military service in getting a...

My son is out of the military with an honorable discharge but still on inactive duty. He has been arrested for burglary

On the medical side, he should be in touch with the VA. Each area has an office that has counselors available. www.va.gov There are a number...

My ex recently separated from the military. He took a much lower paying job, and wants the child support amount reduced. Can he?

Huuum. Who is telling your about the severance? The court will still look at his overall ability to pay.

Can you - yes. Should you - probably not, at least for the first extension. If you did would the extension be granted - probably yes if it's the...

What can I expect from the military/federal law, and can I expect if anything as far as restitution?

1. If he is being prosecuted by the Army for this, you have "rights" as a victim. You should make sure to talk to the prosecutor about this. 2. ...