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A recent Department of Defense (DOD) report claims that $1.1 trillion in defense spending over the last 10 years has gone to defense contractors who defrauded the U.S. government. When the government cracks down on this alleged fraud by military contractors, military personnel are also accused of committing fraud, whether in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, or Coast Guard.
Read more: U.S. Government Cracking Down on Military Fraud
Military servicemembers have long been subject to a strict set of rules regarding drug use. In the 1980s, the use of random urinalyses stepped up drug prosecutions. Alcohol abuse had been less severely prosecuted, but starting in the 1980s as well, the prosecution for alcohol related offenses also increased in frequency and severity.
Read more: Military Personnel Can Face Serious Penalties for Drug Violations
The physical evaluation board (PEB) determines the amount of benefits a military service member receives for injuries during service. It is important to be prepared and make a strong case in order to receive full and fair medical benefits and retirement pay.
Read more: Injured in Service? Be Prepared for the Physical Evaluation Board
The military is ramping up its efforts to go after military personnel using substances often called ‘designer drugs,' including a compound commonly known as Spice. Those who have been accused of using or possessing any illicit substances should speak with a knowledgeable military defense attorney.
Read more: Military Personnel Caught With Spice and other 'Designer Drugs' Face Serious Consequences
Insurance companies are taking advantage of the death of military personnel to make substantial profits on their life insurance proceeds.
Read more: Insurance Companies Shamelessly Profit at the Expense of the Family Members of Deceased Military Personnel
Military members charged with violations of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) have a right to trial by court-martial, except in the case of a member attached to or embarked in a vessel. However, in a surprising number of cases, service members opt to accept nonjudicial punishment (NJP), instead of demanding their rights to courts-martial.
Read more: Nonjudicial Punishment: Service Cultural Divides in Military Justice
There is always a risk involved in accepting nonjudicial punishment or having allegations of misconduct handled by court-martial. Do not waive your rights to a court-martial until you fully understand what you may be irrevocably surrendering.
Read more: Refuse Nonjudicial Punishment? It is your right!
The November 5 Fort Hood shootings raise several serious legal questions, particularly concerning the bounds of psychotherapist-patient confidentiality.
Read more: Fort Hood Shootings Raise Questions about Doctor-Patient Confidentiality
The recent U.S. Supreme Court decision in Melendez-Diaz v. Massachusetts has significant implications for defendants in the military justice system, particularly when it comes to alleged violations of the military's strict zero-tolerance drug policy.
Read more: Melendez-Diaz's Impact on Military Urinalysis Cases
