Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Federal Technicians With Allegations of Misconduct in the National Guard – “Dual Status”
We represented a Sergeant who is a National Guardsman who needed his National Guard retirement. This National Guardsman was a “technician,” which means that he is a drilling National Guardsman, “a weekend a month,” but also had a full-time federal civilian job in the MI National Guard. These hybrid positions are unique to the… Read More »
Combat Related Special Compensation (CRSC): A Closer Look at an Army Captain’s Case Linking his PTSD Diagnosis to “Hard Landing” Under Brownout Conditions
Combat Related Special Compensation (CRSC) is a vital benefit for retired service members who have incurred disabilities directly related to their combat duties. Recently, an Army Captain sought reconsideration for his denied CRSC claim, arguing that his Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) was a direct result of a hazardous service incident during his military career…. Read More »
NJ Full Property Tax Exemption – “Real World Examples” Where An Experienced Lawyer Might be Helpful
Your town may not be treating you properly and as they have one or more lawyers advising them, you might want to consider doing the same. Even if it costs you a few dollars, up front, why be at a possible disadvantage. It could be a few hundred dollars a year or thousands. As… Read More »
Difficult Decision as to Whether or Not To Hire a Private Lawyer for Formal PEB Hearing
(Don’t take our word on why to hire CitizenSoldier. This Navy Aviator put it in his own words) Below is the actual email post-formal Navy PEB. It is not easy for us to provide advice to a client, facing a formal board, to opt for us and to proceed without a “free” attorney. However,… Read More »
Upgrade to Honorable – Army Discharge Review Board Grants Relief for Soldier in COVID-19 Vaccine Exemption Case
You can restore your rightfully earned benefits, like GI Bill and, more importantly, the honorable recognition of military service that you deserve. In a significant decision by the Army Discharge Review Board (ADRB), a former soldier has successfully secured an upgrade of their discharge status following a dispute over a COVID-19 vaccine exemption request…. Read More »
The Importance of Line of Duty Determinations for Reserve and Guard Service Members
Our experienced military paralegals, Human Resources and Judge Advocate-trained veterans can help. Military service, whether in the Reserve or National Guard, involves a unique set of responsibilities and risks. When service members are injured or fall ill, a Line of Duty (LOD) determination becomes a critical process. This determination is not just a bureaucratic… Read More »
Update on Adverse Actions Due to Phony Vaccine – Emergency Use Authorization – Upgrades of Discharges and Possible Reinstatement
First of all, last week our client received an upgrade to Honorable from a General Discharge based on refusing to take the phony injection. The background is that on 10 January 2023, the Secretary of Defense, SECDEF, cancelled the dangerous and devastating mandatory COVID-19 vaccination mandate. In doing so, he directed that each service… Read More »
A Second Opinion From CitizenSoldierLaw – Government Assigned Lawyers – Medical and Physical Evaluation Boards ( MEB and PEB)
Second Opinion on Consulting Basis for your MEB and PEB CitizenSoldierLaw Legal staff can assist you with the Office Airmans Counsel, Navy IDES, Coast Guard, USPHS and Office of Soldiers’ Counsel (OSC). In the Army, unlike in other branches, troops undergoing undergoing the Army’s Disability Evaluation System (DES) have the benefit of a government… Read More »
Enlistment Waivers
Enlistment Waivers: What an important consideration and there is a process for those with medical issues or misconduct. Hopefully this helps and contact the retired and stills serving Sergeants/ NCOs and retired Judge Advocates at our firm for a more in depth review of your goals. Recruiting and Enlistment Waivers for Medical and Misconduct… Read More »
Eligibility for VA Benefits
Eligibility for VA Benefits can be a challenging affair. If you are seeking assistance, the Sergeants, Human Resources-trained Sergeants and retired Judge Advocates can assist. Fill out one of our “contact us” forms and we will review your intake without charge and recommend the right lawyer for you or help you ourselves. If you… Read More »
