Retired soldiers who have been denied benefits may have legal grounds to sue, but the process is complex and depends on the specific benefits in question, the reasons for denial, and applicable laws. Veterans’ benefits are governed by a combination…
The military has a complex and often troubled relationship with whistleblowers who expose corruption or wrongdoing within its ranks. Despite laws and policies designed to protect those who come forward, many whistleblowers in the military face significant challenges, including retaliation,…
The recent shifts in Pentagon policies, particularly under the influence of conservative leadership, have sparked significant debate about whether these changes will lead to religious freedom lawsuits. The Pentagon, now renamed the Department of War, has increasingly incorporated Christian nationalist…
There has been a significant wave of legal actions and challenges by service members who were discharged from the military due to refusal to receive COVID-19 vaccines mandated by the Department of Defense (DoD). These discharges, often characterized as involuntary…
The Camp Lejeune water contamination lawsuits represent one of the largest and most complex toxic exposure legal battles in U.S. history, but they are likely just the beginning of a broader wave of toxic military lawsuits. The Camp Lejeune case…
Military families seeking to win burn pit lawsuits nationwide face a complex legal landscape shaped by evolving laws, medical evidence challenges, and government policies. While there is growing recognition of the health risks caused by burn pit exposure during military…
Veterans groups are indeed pursuing legal action over delays and deficiencies in health care provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). These lawsuits stem from ongoing frustrations with the VA’s handling of medical treatment, including delays that have sometimes…
The United Nations (UN) has been involved in shaping international migration policies, but there is significant controversy and legal pushback surrounding these efforts. While the UN promotes frameworks intended to manage migration in a coordinated and humane way, some of…
Sanctuary states and cities, which adopt policies limiting cooperation with federal immigration enforcement, have increasingly become focal points of legal and political conflict, raising the question of whether they could face challenges in the Supreme Court. These jurisdictions typically prioritize…
Cities across the United States are increasingly engaging in legal battles over mandates requiring them to provide shelter and services for migrants. These lawsuits arise amid growing tensions between federal immigration policies and local governments’ capacities and priorities. The core…