There are cases wherein, despite all efforts, the active duty status of a military member cannot be determined. This is where you would need an Affidavit of Due Diligence. What does this legal document contain, and what relevance does this have? We’ll discuss the significance of this document in a legal case and more. What…
The Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA) grants active-duty service members several protections, including the ability to break a lease agreement without penalties. Under certain circumstances, they’re even permitted to break a car loan. We’ll discuss this in more detail in this article. Does the SCRA Cover Car Loans? Yes, the SCRA can affect loans in…
Did you know Americans have over $1.75 trillion in student loan debt? An average American has $29,400 in student loan debt upon graduation, which can affect them for years. Many Americans struggle to pay this debt for different reasons, and military spouses are not exempt from this dilemma. Being a military spouse poses many problems,…
If you’re a service member of the United States Armed Forces, you’re probably familiar with drug testing. Most people who serve in the military know that after a leave of absence or holiday break, it’s considered normal to undergo drug testing. Even if you don’t go off duty, a service member must undergo drug testing…
The Servicemembers Civil Relief Act grants active-duty service members certain legal protections, but what does it say about foreclosures? We’ll discuss the SCRA benefits surrounding foreclosure, which will give military personnel and landlords a better idea of navigating these situations. SCRA Foreclosure Rules and Regulations According to the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA), banks and…
Active duty service members get several financial and legal protections from the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, but what exactly are these? Formerly known as the Sailors Civil Relief Act, the SCRA can benefit those rendering military service. Familiarizing oneself with the benefits is vital to making the most of them. We’ll discuss SCRA rights military…
Fulfilling one’s duty is vital in the Armed Forces, but what happens when a service member leaves their post or proper duties? We’ll explore military desertion and what it means to people serving in the military. What is Military Desertion? Military desertion refers to abandoning one’s military post or proper duties without permission from proper…
If you’re a military member, you’re probably familiar with the Uniform Code of Military Justice or UCMJ. This federal law defines the military justice system and explains the offenses according to military law. It covers many topics, but we’ll focus on Article 108 of the UCMJ. This portion of the UCMJ delves into the Loss,…
Can personal property, like a vehicle, be repossessed if you’re an active-duty service member? People who render military service are granted plenty of benefits, including SCRA protections. In this article, we’ll explore what the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA) has to say about repossession proceedings. When Can a Vehicle Get Repossessed? Various scenarios could prompt…
Have you ever wondered what happens when a creditor or business violates the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA)? We’ll discuss the actions active duty service members can take and the possible consequences of not honoring SCRA protections. This will give you an idea of the penalties one can face when an entity doesn’t honor the…