Suing the United States government for an injury is difficult for anyone. Sovereign immunity protects governments from being sued without their consent. For military personnel, it is impossible to sue the United States government for injuries sustained while on active duty. What is the Federal Torts Act? Congress passed the Federal Torts Claims Act in 1946. Until then, citizens could not sue the federal government […]
If you are facing a court-martial, you need an attorney who understands the military justice system and can provide competent representation. While many qualified military attorneys are available to defend service members, you may also want to consider hiring a civilian attorney. This article discusses some advantages of working with a civilian lawyer. Should You Hire a Private Attorney or JAG? You need the best […]
Losing a family member is always traumatic. What’s worse is that when the family member was serving in the military, it can be difficult, if not impossible, to get answers about the service member’s death. In some cases, you may have to file a wrongful death lawsuit against the military to get the answers you need about your family member’s death. Yet, some family members […]