The outcome of this case could have a serious effect for Vietnam veterans dishonorably discharged due to PTSD symptoms. If the suit is successful, then thousands of Vietnam veterans dishonorably discharged due to PTSD will have the ability to reapply for lost veteran’s benefits.
As anyone who has experienced this trauma knows, PTSD can be a crippling lifelong condition. Many families and relationships struggle daily because a veteran in their family is silently suffering from PTSD. Signs of PTSD are recurring and distressing recollections or nightmares of a traumatic event, emotional detachment or estrangement, poor concentration, and irritability. Visit www.military.com, an online military community, to learn more.
If you are concerned that you or a loved one could be suffering from PTSD, make an appointment with an attorney specializing in veteran’s benefits to ensure your right to medical benefits is not lost due to a dishonorable discharge that may have been caused by PTSD.