Fighting for the Servicemembers Who Fight for Us
There are over two million active and reserve members of the Unites States armed forces. Their situation is unique; Many are young and financially inexperienced, they are often and frequently relocated or deployed, and they sometimes face difficultly accessing phones or the internet. Sadly, these vulnerabilities have made them a target for small and large businesses alike that prey on soldiers. Fighting for Those Who Fight for Us is a troubling new report by the American Association for Justice that reveals just what our military members endure – and highlights how we can help them.In this issue of You Should Know, we cover:
- Servicemembers as targets of predatory financial services
- Victims of medical malpractice
- Exposure to toxic chemicals