The Mayer Law Blog

Affordable Discharge Upgrade Application Review

Posted June 27th, 2025

Veterans seeking to correct or upgrade their military discharge status know the stakes are high. An upgraded discharge can restore access to VA benefits, improve job prospects, and remove the stigma of an unfavorable separation. But submitting a discharge review board application without legal insight can be a costly mistake. Hiring a discharge upgrade lawyer is one… Read More

Challenges Veterans Face When Applying for a Discharge Upgrade

Posted June 24th, 2025

For thousands of former service members, a less-than-honorable military discharge can be a barrier to critical veterans’ benefits, employment opportunities, and even personal dignity. The path to upgrading a military discharge status—whether from Other Than Honorable, General Under Honorable Conditions, or even Bad Conduct—is not easy. Veterans often encounter legal, procedural, and emotional hurdles during this process. In… Read More

Why Hiring a Military Discharge Upgrade Lawyer Matters—and What to Look For

Posted June 22nd, 2025

If you received an Other Than Honorable (OTH), General (Under Honorable Conditions), or even a Bad Conduct Discharge (BCD) from the military, your life after service may be facing unnecessary barriers. From VA benefits and job opportunities to your overall reputation, a less-than-honorable discharge can have far-reaching consequences. That’s why many veterans consider pursuing a military discharge upgrade—and why hiring… Read More

How Military Discharge Upgrade Lawyers Have Evolved Over the Past 20 Years

Posted June 4th, 2025

Over the past two decades, the landscape of military discharge upgrade representation has transformed dramatically. The role of the military discharge upgrade lawyer has evolved in response to shifting Department of Defense policies, court rulings, growing veteran awareness, and an increasing recognition of how unjust discharges can impact civilian life. From traditional legal advocates to highly specialized… Read More