If a pre-existing condition becomes worse beyond the normal progression of the condition as a result of something that occured during active duty,...

My husband is active duty in the navy.... are we able to file a joint bankruptcy with him being active duty?

Your best bet is to consult with a local Bankruptcy Attorney who is familiar with the possible effects it may have on a military career. I've...

If a veteran is listed in DEERS, does it mean s/he good to go for Tricare?

The TRICARE Customer Service number for the West Region is (888) 874-9378. The number for DEERS (Eligibility) is (800) 538-9552. After you have...

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Family Violence/choking & strangulation in the state of Texas. Military boyfirend

He needs to consult with an attorney immediately. As Mr. Cave suggested, he is entitled to a consultation with a JAG attorney regarding the...

Military service.

While there may be a program that can lead to US citizenship by joining the US military, I would suggest that you first consult with an immigration...

Which Business Transactions Will Make Your DD Form 214 A Public Record In The Clerk of the Court's Office?

Any document that is filed with a court becomes public record in a clerk of court's office unless a judge grants a motion to file under seal. A...

Accepted and then Denied Vocational Rehab Benefits as a 70% Disabled Veteran w/ Anxiety and Depression, other Service-Connected

It sounds like you wish to continue pursuing this claim. If you have not already done so, you need to file a Notice of Disagreement (can be an...

I'm a Merchant Seaman in the US Merchant Marines. I April of 2010 I was told by my Union Doctor says I had ITP .

Merchant Marines disability issues are not covered under the UCMJ or under VA benefits. These cases fall under the Jones Act. The Jones Act is...

Can you get me VA benefits and/or recoverable damages

First, I understand your difficultiy in asking the question you posted. It is obviously a sensitive issue in your life. Unfortunately, I have to...

VA compensation eligibility

In order for a veteran to receive VA service-connected disability benefits, the veteran must be able to show that: (1) the veteran's discharge was...