Legal Articles, Military

Can PTSD Be a Defense To Military Crimes?

When a military member is convicted of a violent crime such as murder or sexual assault, they can face severe penalties including lengthy imprisonment sentences and even capital punishment.

Drug Smuggling Charges can have Severe Consequences for Military Members

Every military member should know that all branches take any type of alleged drug possession, use, manufacture, or distribution very seriously and that the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ)1 sets out harsh penalties for members convicted of these offenses.

PLANNING YOUR HEALTH CARE DECISIONS-ADVANCE HEALTH CARE DIRECTIVE OR POA

Basics of POA or Advance Health Care Decisions

WHY YOU NEED A TRUST

Top Ten Reasons for a Trust

Can I Get a Modification of My Time-Sharing Plan if I’m in the Military?

Divorce is hard on military families, and can be even harder on children, especially when a modification is needed to enforce time-sharing agreements. Here’s what military members need to know.

Military Divorce Lawyer in Columbia, Maryland

Attorney for Military Divorce in Howard County, Anne Arundel County, Carroll County, Baltimore City, Baltimore County and surrounding areas.

Florida’s Ex-Military Spouses Should Research Benefits Available After Divorce

Ex-spouses of military personnel living in Florida may be unaware that they are able to receive some benefits, even after they are no longer married.

DHS Clarifies Immigration Benefits for Military Families & Veterans

DHS has issued a formal policy memorandum outlining immigration benefits available to the family members of military personnel and veterans

Estate Planning for Same-Sex Couples in Pennsylvania

This article explains the importance of estate planning in Pennsylvania for same sex-couples in order to ensure that the desires of same-sex couples are enforceable during incapacity or after death.

The New Powerful Power of Attorney Law

This article summarizes the changes in the Florida Statute applicable to Powers of Attorney.

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