Legal Question in Military Law in Georgia

Re: Medical retirement

The facts that you have presented don't seem to be consistent. Do you mean a medical Board before the military not the VA? I'd need more information to better assess the situation.

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Re: Medical retirement

If you are 90% disabled, you will not be allowed to remain on active duty. There are two questions which a medical board has to answer. The first is are you fit for full duty? If you are fit, the board ends and you remain on active duty. If you are not fit for duty, then they determine your level of disability. Anything less than 30% and you will be separated with severance pay. More than 30% and you will be medically retired. If your disability is at 90%, you will be medically retired with a pension and lifetime benefits.

The medical board process is often difficult and you need to consult with an attorney during the process. Many times, the service will try to reduce your disability level to avoid having to pay the retirement. You need to make sure that you are treated correctly and receive the appropriate determination.

I hope this has helped. Please feel free to contact me if you have any further questions.