DFAS Debt 101 for Service Members: Your Options in 2026
Current and former military members can find themselves in debt to the Government for any number of reasons, often through no fault of their own. The culprit may be circumstances…
U.S. Supreme Court Ruling Makes Way for Lawsuits Against Defense Contractors
Have you been injured as a result of actions by a defense contractor? A recent U.S. Supreme Court case makes way for new lawsuits, setting a precedent for military members harmed…
Illusion of Privacy: How Social Media Apps Endanger Military Careers in 2026
Carelessness on social media and apps can trigger administrative or disciplinary action under the UCMJ, including court-martial. The costs can range from the professional to the…
State-Legal Cannabis & Rescheduling: Marijuana Still Off-Limits for Military in 2026
In most states, marijuana is legal in some capacity—at the state level. On December 18, 2025, President Trump’s executive order directed the Attorney General to initiate the…
What Happens at a Court-Martial? Step-by-Step Military Justice Process
For any service member facing a court-martial, the process carries the full weight of federal criminal prosecution, with outcomes that may include confinement, punitive discharge,…
Protecting Those Who Serve: What Sets USERRA Apart From Other Employment Laws
When an employee experiences unlawful discrimination or retaliation, multiple federal and/or state laws may apply in their case. For example, an employee denied reasonable…
ROTC Medical Disenrollment FAQs: Reporting Requirements, Debt, & Mental Health
ROTC provides life-changing opportunities to many cadets and midshipmen. For some—especially Contracted Cadets—changes in circumstance may turn opportunity into catastrophe.…
ROTC Medical Waiver FAQs: Applications, DoDMERB, & Disqualifying Conditions
For those with their heart set on enrolling in ROTC, the prospect of rejection on medical grounds can be devastating. But a medical disqualification need not mean rejection from…
What to Know About the Career Risks Military Lawyers Face When Called to Fill Civilian Gaps
Did you know that a military lawyer, known as Judge Advocate General (JAG), could be risking his or her career when assisting with civilian legal matters? A recent case brings a…
Penalized for Getting Better: How the VA’s New Medication Rule Threatens Veterans, Active Servicemembers, and Military Medical Retirement
A deeply technical but consequential change in how the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) calculates disability ratings has ignited confusion, concern, and controversy among…