Money & Debt
Resources covering credit and loans, taxes, collections and repossessions, and bankruptcy.
M21 Compensation Based on Individual Unemployability (IU)
Read for more information on M21 compensation based on individual unemployability (IU).
Pension Advances: Not So Fast
If you're looking for ways to generate cash to make ends meet, a pension advance may sound like the solution. However, before you sign on the dotted line it's important to know what you are getting yourself into. Terms may be hidden and you could find yourself in a bad deal!
Should I Opt Into the Rapid Appeals Modernization Program (RAMP)?
The National Veterans Legal Services Program (NVLSP) created a flyer providing information to veterans deciding whether to opt into the Rapid Appeals Modernization Program (RAMP). RAMP is not a good fit for everyone. This information will help you decide if RAMP is a good fit for you.
Interactive Form - Motion to Stay Proceedings
You and your family have certain legal protections when you are called into active duty military service. These laws apply to members of the Armed Forces, Reserves, National Guard and other uniformed services.
A law providing many of these protections is called the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA). This law helps protect members of the military and their families from financial and legal harm because of military service.
Interactive Form - SCRA Letter from Commanding Officer
You and your family have certain legal protections when you are called into active duty military service. These laws apply to members of the Armed Forces, Reserves, National Guard and other uniformed services.
SCRA Claims: How to Get Attorney Help
Learn more about the provision in the Veterans Benefits Act of 2010 that should make it easier for you to find a private attorney in a SCRA claim.
Medical Malpractice by the VA
Many current or former service members and their families receive medical care at healthcare centers and hospitals operated by the VA. Sometimes, actions by the VA doctor or healthcare staff may cause harm to the patient.
Feres Doctrine
The Feres Doctrine (1950) bars service members from collecting damages for personal injuries, whether or not they were suffered in the performance of their duties. It also bars family members from filing "wrongful death" or "loss of consortium" claims when a service member is killed or injured.
Fair Lending Protections
Veterans and military families have all of the protections under the Fair Housing Act when financing the purchase of a home. Protection against discrimination based on disability also includes service-connected disabilities.
Federal Jobs for Spouses of Certain Disabled or Deceased Veterans
A new rule that gives veterans and qualifying spouses an edge when it comes to getting a federal job - and keeping that job in the face of job cuts.