Author Archives: Thomas Roughneen
Governor Phil Murphy and Executive Orders Department of Corrections and Parole Board Early Release and Hearing Dates
When a family member or loved one is incarcerated in New Jersey State Prison NJSP, we want to do everything that we can to be of assistance. We will correspond with Department of Corrections and the Parole Board and their lawyers to help get you re-uniting with your family member and loved one. You… Read More »
What Veterans Need to Know about Claims and the Federal Tort Claims Act
Veterans of the US military have the right to be compensated by the government if they were injured while on active duty. However, this is not the only time the government might be on the hook for compensation to a military member. If you are a veteran who was treated at a VA facility… Read More »
What to Do if You are a New Jersey Medical Professional Facing Disciplinary Charges
All New Jersey physicians, regardless of their area of specialty, are always facing the risk of someone filing a complaint or alleging misconduct against them. You’ve spent years of your life and tons of money on your education, passing exams, having your character assessed, etc. Now, you could be facing disciplinary action on your… Read More »
Who Qualifies to Carry a Firearm Under LEOSA in New Jersey?
LEOSA stands for the Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act. This federal law was enacted in 2004 and sets forth guidelines that would allow a current or former law enforcement officers to carry a concealed firearm in any jurisdiction, regardless of local laws. However, this is not an absolute right and there are certain exceptions…. Read More »
US Public Health Service Medical Review Board (MRB) and Medical Appeals Board (MAB)
(The following is not legal advice and only an overview of the law. You must consult an attorney to obtain representation and form an attorney client relationship). You are a US Public Health Service (USPHS) officer, reserve or regular, serving on extended active duty and received an injury or physical/psychological illness connected during your… Read More »
Arcane NJ law prevents retired cops from carrying concealed weapon
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Information on TDRL from the US Army Human Resources Command (HRC)
TEMPORARY DISABILITY RETIRED LIST (TDRL) FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS What is TDRL? The TDRL is a list of Army members found to be unfit for performance of military duties by reason of physical disability which may be permanent, but which has not sufficiently stabilized to permit an accurate assessment of a permanent degree of disability…. Read More »
Disability Compensation for Vietnam Veterans Exposed to Agent Orange
Vietnam Veterans may be eligible for disability compensation benefits because of exposure to Agent Orange. This article highlights the eligibility criteria and important information for filing a claim for benefits. Criteria for Eligibility In order for a Veteran who served in Vietnam to qualify for disability compensation benefits for a presumption based on exposure… Read More »
Combat Injured Veterans May be Due a Refund
Information for Congressional Staff From IRS Legislative Affairs Division Congressional Affairs Program Topic: Combat Injured Veterans May be Due a Refund Who it affects: Combat Injured Veterans Who Received a Lump Sum Disability Payment Inadvertently Treated as Taxable Key points: Please share the following information with veterans and veteran’s groups in your district. From 1991 through… Read More »
Summary of VA Benefits for National Guard and Reserve Members and Veterans
As a member of the National Guard or Reserve you may qualify for a wide range of benefits offered by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). VA is here to help you and your family understand the benefits for which you may be eligible and how to apply for them. VA benefits include disability compensation, pension, home loan guaranty, education, health care, insurance, vocational… Read More »
