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Does PTSD Qualify as a Legal Defense for Veterans Facing Criminal Charges?
Many veterans returning from military service often face tremendous challenges as they reintegrate into civilian life. For many, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) significantly affects their behavior, decision-making, and ability to cope with stress. Some veterans turn to alcohol and drugs as a way of coping. Unfortunately, sometimes, this can lead to encounters with the… Read More »
Why Might You Be Disqualified From Owning a Gun in NJ?
Our legal team in NJ is well-equipped to defend your rights to own, possess and carry a firearm. Feel free to call us or complete an intake form for the team to review your matter without charge. For Veterans and military, you may be assured of our professionalism by the well over 100 years… Read More »
Widows – Don’t Lose Hope
(This is not legal advice but a general summary-Do not rely on this post for benefits as timely and accurate filing matters.) Department of Veterans Affairs Dependents Indemnity Compensation (DIC) for Those Left Behind — It includes children, parents and spouses If you are a survivor of a Veteran who died from a service-related… Read More »
Supreme Court Expands CRSC Access by Overruling Six-Year Limit on Backpay
In a landmark June 2025 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled unanimously in Soto v. United States that military retirees who qualify for Combat-Related Special Compensation (CRSC) are not limited to six years of retroactive payments, reversing the federal government’s longstanding interpretation of the Barring Act. The Issue at Hand Simon Soto, a former… Read More »
COMBAT RELATED SPECIAL COMPENSATION – SO FAR, NO CHANGE
SOTO SUPREME COURT DECISION (2025) To cut to the chase, CRSC is alive and well and the eligibility criteria have not changed. Next thing you know the “Supremes,” as lawyers sometimes call them, will be ruling on MEBs, PEBs, LODs and IDES. Despite the Soto decision, applicants still have to apply and your… Read More »
New DoD Guidance Offers Hope to Service Members Discharged Over COVID-19 Vaccine Refusal
On May 7, 2025, the Department of Defense (DoD) issued critical guidance to its Discharge Review Boards (DRBs) and Boards for Correction of Military/Naval Records (BCM/NRs), paving the way for former Service members to repair their military records and potentially return to service following discharges related to COVID-19 vaccine refusal. This action stems from… Read More »
United States Air Force Offers Reinstatement for Members Discharged Over COVID-19 Vaccine Refusal
In a significant move to correct the record and restore the careers of those affected by the COVID-19 vaccine mandate, the Department of the Air Force has announced that service members who were involuntarily separated solely for refusing the vaccine will now have a pathway to reinstatement. The Army, Marines, Coast Guard, Navy, National… Read More »
Who Qualifies for NJ Veterans Criminal Diversion
NJ Disapproved Treatment Courts Whether they are called Treatment Court or Diversion, it doesn’t much matter. The point is that most Veterans benefit from military service but some may face unique challenges after their service, including mental health issues and substance abuse. When such issues contribute to criminal behavior, veterans may be eligible for… Read More »
The “Good Soldier” defense in the Guard and Reserve Component
Good soldier is no longer a defense to a 120 charge. It is still admissible on sentencing. Do not let your years of service go “down the drain.” We have been involved in the most outrageous claims and have had great success. Get a second opinion from us even if you don’t retain us… Read More »
Duress and Coercive Tactics to Discharge Military Veterans Overlooked
This is a morass and CitizenSoldierLaw stands ready to serve Guard, Reserve and active duty personnel in this situation. So far, this Administration has not done anything for the vast majority of those who refused to take the phony injection, Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) Only experiment. I assume that the new Secretary of Defense… Read More »
