My dogs contracted parvovirus no veterinarian in nyc would help me unless i had funds which i dont. i had to surrender the puppies to ACC (Animal control center) they had me sign surrender form and told me that i cant get them back because im surrendering them. which i get but these are my... Read more »

answered on Nov 19, 2022
By surrendering them, you have no further legal claim. If they are being re-homed, you can apply to adopt them. However, your inability to provide for their medical needs in the past will likely be taken into account.
I am active duty Army station at Fort Drum, New York. My residence is back in Carriere, MS on the Hancock County side. Is there any exemptment for soldiers stationed away from home? If so, what will I need to do to let the court know?

answered on Oct 9, 2021
There are military law attorneys on this forum who have experience with such matters, and they could answer best. But your post remains open for a day, and it is probably best to take some form of action without further delay. You could show the notice to your commanding officer and request their... Read more »
My friends mother passed away he spoke about keeping the apartment but nothing was finalized since he had to go to the army. Building knew we were moving in and always greeted us even came to fix things in the apartment but no one told us that we couldn’t be here. Today my boyfriend goes to... Read more »

answered on Mar 10, 2021
It sounds like this may be an inheritance issue. It depends on what the will says. The fact that you are living there will not be relevant if he does not own the apartment. He may be able to assume payments if the will provides for that.
I’m in the national guard. I’ve always submitted my orders and a “did preform” letter from my unit signed by my rediness NCO but now my employer wants my LES.

answered on Nov 27, 2018
Have you asked HR why they need it? There might be a very legitimate reason and if they are requiring that from all reservists why object? If you needed a workplace accommodation and your employer kept requesting more and more clarification from your physician would you not have to provide that;... Read more »
Just found out I have asthma after being in the army for 4 years. Prior to the military I was in perfect health and passed all health exams with flying colors. I want to know what i have to do to get out of the military and get my benefits/disability for this, without the rundown on them trying to... Read more »

answered on Sep 18, 2018
Can you perform your job duties with or without a reasonable accommodation? Have you requested an accommodation?
What does your doctor say?
What does a lawyer who handles military claims, usually a former JAG Corps lawyer, think? Or someone who handles federal work comp claims -... Read more »
We were married in December 2011 and have been separated, not legally, for a long time and I have been asking for a divorce since 2015. We have a child together, he does not help me financially, he has been in training since September 2017 and I am currently unemployed. I live with my boyfriend and... Read more »

answered on Feb 6, 2018
Special procedure for service on a member of the military. Consult a matrimonial attorney.

answered on Oct 10, 2017
If you were sentenced to the stockade for six months, then you weren't AWOL. Your duty was to be in the stockade.
Someone got married to a woman who had previously been married. At least three years ago, he knew that she had her cousin forge her ex-husband's signature on the divorce papers. He still was considered married to her and still collected around two years of BAH, knowing the marriage was fraudulent.

answered on Aug 23, 2017
This is a unique question - fraudulent marriages are normally marriages that, at the time the marriage occurred, were done with the intent to wrongfully obtain certain benefits, like BAH. It sounds like the marriage was legit and not for the purpose of stealing BAH, so the intent would be absent,... Read more »

answered on Jul 25, 2017
He should hire an attorney to defend him. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/... Read more »
I am claiming service connection for methadone dependence and the old law states that because of drug abuse it was non service connected. The new law 38 CFR 3.301(c)(2)(3) suggests that it can be service connected ?

answered on Mar 23, 2017
The answer is as follows:
"The law that was in place at the time the cause of action arose shall be binding, even if said law was modified or overturned during the course of the lawsuit." (the public/legislative policy behind this is that one should not be held responsible for... Read more »
I'm medically retired US Army veteran and am accompanied by a 10lbs Maltese dog as an ESA by doc recommendation. Been rejected by hotels. Now having hard time finding a hotel or Airbnb room(until I find a place to live) in New York.

answered on Jan 23, 2017
See: https://www.thelpa.com/NYservice_animals_brochure.pdf
The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I practice law in CA, NY, MA,... Read more »
I understand that they can count VA Disability in CS calculations. But I am 40% disabled. I receive $699 for wife and 1 Child. and $32 for each additional child. I am remarried with a total of 7 children and only two kids with the ex-wife. Will they use the income of 891 for all my kids and... Read more »

answered on Jan 20, 2017
NY child support cases consider all your income and expenses in making orders. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I practice law in... Read more »
They have my keys because I was pulled over on post, I did not receive any citations or wasn't charged with anything they gave me a warning. I have not signed any paperwork agreeing to him having my keys. I am not restricted to drive on post, received any Article 15, UCMJ action, or even a... Read more »

answered on Aug 31, 2015
Why ? There must be some reason. Perhaps you should go see a military lawyer about this.
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