Navigation Camp Lejeune is a large Marine Corps base and military training facility that covers nearly 250 square miles in Onslow County, North Carolina. It was opened in 1942. Camp Lejeune has been used as both a base of operations for the Marine Corps and as a military operations and training facility used by various branches […]
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What is the Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022?
The Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 is a proposed bill that will allow those harmed by exposure to toxic water supplies at Camp Lejeune from 1953-1987 to seek financial compensation for the injuries and illnesses they have suffered or may have suffered from the exposure of the toxic water supply at Camp Lejeune, North […]
Can my Social Security Benefits be Garnished for Child Support?
Many clients often ask if their Social Security benefits can be garnished for child support. This answer depends on the kind of benefit that he or she is receiving. For those receiving Social Security disability insurance benefits (DIB), the answer is yes, the Social Security Administration may garnish a person’s benefits for child support, alimony, […]
Who Qualifies for Healthcare through the VA?
Known as the Comprehensive Medical Benefits Package, Veterans who have active military service and who separated under any condition other than dishonorable may be able to receive preventive and primary care, including a full range of outpatient and inpatient services, through the VA. Enrolling is as simple as submitting a VA Form 10-10EZ along with […]
VA Proposes to Close and Rebuild VA Medical Centers and Construct New Facilities in Massive Overhaul
The Department of Veterans Affairs has come forward with a new infrastructure plan to revamp the VA Health Administration. However, this newly proposed plan comes with the permanent closings of dozens of VA Hospitals and Outpatient Clinics as well as the complete reconstruction of some existing VA medical facilities. Notably, the proposed plan would include […]