Veterans Law FAQs

• Q: What Is Veterans' Law?
  A: Obviously, if you are a veteran you are still subject to most of the same criminal and civil laws as the rest of us.  However, there are certain laws that apply … More
• Q: What Is The Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (Scra)?
  A: The SCRA was created in 2003 completely replaced the Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Civil Relief Act (SSCRA) of 1940.  The SCRA (and previously the SCCRA) … More
• Q: What Types of V.A. Benefits Are Available In Terms of Medical Treatment For Veterans?
  A: There are several different types of benefits that the Department of Veterans Affairs (“VA”) can offer.  These benefits sometimes depend on the … More
• Q: Who Is Eligible For Benefits And Services Under The Laws Of The Department Of Veterans Affairs?
  A: Generally, anyone who has served in the military, and was discharged from service under conditions other than dishonorable.  Anyone who has enlisted with any … More
• Q: Am I Entitled To Legal Protections Under The Scra?
  A: It depends.  Those who qualify for the protections of the SCRA include the following: ­ Active duty members of the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, … More
• Q: What Type of Life Insurance Is Available To Veterans?
  A: There are several different types of benefits that the Department of Veterans Affairs (“VA”) can offer.  These benefits sometimes depend on the … More
• Q: I Was Injured While Serving In The Military – Am I Eligible For Any Benefits?
  A: It depends. In order to receive benefits for injuries from the Department an applicant must qualify for “active duty” status as discussed above, meaning … More
• Q: What Kind Of Legal Protections Am I Entitled To If I Qualify For The Protections Of The Scra?
  A: ­ The SCRA states that a debt incurred by a servicemember, or servicemembers and spouse jointly, prior tot entering military service shall not bear interest … More
• Q: I Lied To The Department Of Veterans Affairs So That I Could Receive Benefits. What Can Happen To Me?
  A: If you intentionally make a false statement, or even help someone else present a false statement regarding benefits to the Department, you will forfeit all of your … More
• Q: How Does A Servicemember Or Dependent Request Relief Under The Scra?
  A: In order to request relief under the SCRA, a servicemember or spouse, or both, must provide a written request to the lender, together with a copy of … More