Q: .my husband caused me to be permanently disabled and collects 100% VA and SSDisability which is 5000 a
I recieve 750..he abandonded me 15 mos ago left all the bills ..wilfily neglected ..wilfuly refused help.was abusive.im now at my daughtets i couldnt afford to stau in my home.Can his va compensation be garnished for alimonu and can he be charged criminally
A:
If he caused you injuries, then yes - he can be criminally charged, and also sued in civil court for money damages. You may also be entitled to alimony in a divorce case as well -- it depends on all sorts of factors, most of which are monetary. It's probably worth a shot.
Best of luck to you.
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