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Seems unfair to me that I've had an issue come up with my health with a know issue, I'm a 70% disabled vet and going to a few VA appointments that I've told my boss was informed about in as much of advance that I knew minus the er trips
answered on Jun 20, 2024
No, your employer cannot legally fire you, a disabled veteran, solely for having too many VA appointments or trips to the ER, especially if you have provided as much advance notice as possible. You are protected under several federal laws:
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Seems unfair to me that I've had an issue come up with my health with a know issue, I'm a 70% disabled vet and going to a few VA appointments that I've told my boss was informed about in as much of advance that I knew minus the er trips
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answered on Jul 18, 2024
It's understandable that you're concerned about your job given your health situation. As a disabled veteran, you have rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). These laws are designed to protect... View More
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answered on Jun 18, 2023
Hire an attorney immediately or have one appointed for you at no cost if you are low income (indigent).
I received an indebtness letter from DFAS dated March 21, 2023 for a debt incurred in 2009. This is the first I have been nitifed about it. They want installments beginning within 30 days. This indebtness is over 14 years old. Is it passed some sort of statute of limitations or expiration at this... View More
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answered on May 2, 2023
In general, debts do have a statute of limitations after which they cannot be legally collected. However, the statute of limitations for debt collection can vary depending on the type of debt and the state where the debt was incurred. It's important to review the laws in your specific state... View More
I am a Marine and a certified personal trainer, I named my business Marine fit. My business makes money and I am currently turning it into a official LLC. I should have the LLC done in a few days. I read on Marines website they do not authorize the use of USMC or their logos/brands for other... View More
answered on Sep 26, 2020
Hi there,
First, thank you for your service! Second, good on you for asking these questions ahead of time! Third, congrats on starting your business!
To the merits ...
Your risk of upsetting the USMC to the point of eliciting a Cease and Desist letter here is relatively... View More
I am an Army officer, federal subcontractor and private business owner. Interested in attending school graduations at a base with the intent of hiring.
answered on Feb 4, 2019
Better check in with JAG corps on this--sounds like potential multiple violations. You should know that access is for the specific purpose only. Can you hand out cards, or other items? Not sure of that but if someone is looking to burn you you're giving them a match it seems to me.
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answered on Sep 29, 2018
Probably. The statute of limitations for false official statement and unauthorized absence are both longer than 2 months.
You should talk to your local Area Defense Counsel or Defense Service Office for advice. You can also reach out to a civilian military counsel like me for a... View More
Having a hard time dealing with my miscarriage. I have been in for two years and have been talking to a psychiatrist.
answered on Jul 10, 2018
Yes. if you remain on LIMDU for more than three periods, you will be referred to the Physical Evaluation Board. The board will determine if your ability to perform your duties has been significantly impacted by your depression. If so, you'll be rated by the VA. If your rating is 30% or above,... View More
I had a TSSCI Still. I just saw through Pennsylvania State police that there is a record of that or a form of it. Will this effect my investigation for a clearance now?
answered on Jun 24, 2018
Depends on the agency but usually that will attract at least extra scrutiny of your entire record. You may want to look at having that expunged.
My cost of living is considerably higher than where my ex lives. I am required to live in a more expensive area due to my military service (proximity to base). PA calculates my non-taxable income (Basic Allowance for Housing and Basic Allowance for Subsistence. Which are given tax free so a service... View More
answered on Jun 12, 2018
Generally speaking, none of the states consider cost of living or living standards when determining child support. Most states have rules for calculating support orders which involve consideration of income only, not living expenses. You may want to consult by telephone with an attorney in the... View More
answered on Feb 4, 2018
Yes. Marijuana possession is still a violation of federal law (and the UCMJ). Marijuana use (as discovered by drug testing) is a crime in of itself under the Uniform Code of Military Justice.
I put in my packet that I will forgo my hearing if I get a general discharge
answered on May 20, 2017
You will be given notification of separation, and depending on how many years of service you have and the characterization of the discharge they are seeking (General, OTH...), you will have an opportunity to contest it at an Admin Board or waive the board and be processed out. With the Guard, I... View More
And married for ten yrs
answered on Apr 3, 2017
If he is incarcerated with the military, you have likely lost any pay and benefits.
My employer says I can use my vacation days. But in the employee hand book it says "Employees who are absent from work in order to attend an annual encampment in a recognized reserve branch of the armed forces of the United states will receive a paid leave of absence of up to a maximum of two... View More
answered on Nov 3, 2015
Your "vacation days" would be unpaid? The first sentence you quoted doesn't apply, because you normally are not in the reserves until you have undergone basic training. I don't believe the second sentence helps either, because as far as I know, there are no "requirements... View More
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