Enhancing Your Military Discharge for Better Access to VA Disability Benefits
One of the most critical factors in determining eligibility for VA service-connected disability benefits is the character of discharge from military service. Veterans who receive anything other than an honorable discharge may face challenges in accessing the benefits they rightfully deserve…
Fairness for Veterans Act 2016
In 2016, The U. S. Government Accountability Office studied Department of Defense (DOD) data collected from 2011 to 2015. Consequently, their analysis found that during the years 2011 to 2015, 91,764 service members were separated for misconduct.
Rebut and Appeal a Negative Military Evaluation
Service members should consider rebutting or appealing a negative military evaluation to avoid lasting effects on their careers.
Military Drug Test In The Navy, What Happens If You Fail?
A positive urinalysis result can impact one’s military career and may even result in court-martial charges. The outcome of a failed urinalysis test will vary by rank, service, and type of drug. However, any service member who tests positive will be in a fight to save their military career.
What Happens If You Fail A Military Drug Test In The Marines?
Any military member who tests positive on a urinalysis test should consult with an experienced military attorney immediately. The attorney can help them understand their rights and learn more about their chain of command’s likely actions due to the positive test.
What Happens If You Fail A Military Drug Test In The Army?
Most armed service members know when they return to their unit after the holidays or other periods of leave, they will likely be subjected to military drug testing. A positive military drug test result can impact their military career and may even result in court-martial charges.
What Happens If You Fail A Military Drug Test in the Air Force?
Most armed service members know when they return to their unit after the holidays or other periods of leave, they will likely be subjected to military drug testing.
How To Get Your Reenlistment Code Changed?
The secretary of a military branch acts through a board to correct military records (BCMR). They can change any military record to correct an error or remove an injustice, including reenlistment code.
BAH and Travel Fraud
We represented an NCO at a General Court-Martial who was accused of Larceny in violation of Article 121 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) and making False Official Statements in violation of Article 107 UCMJ, related to alleged BAH fraud.
Can You Change An Other Than Honorable Discharge (OTH)?
This characterization of service is referred to as an “Other Than Honorable” or “OTH” discharge. An OTH is the worst administrative discharge available. It results in a significant loss of military service benefits and may cause hardships in post-service civilian life.
