Will a lawsuit settlement be a cause to terminate VA Healthcare benefits?

SPC Anthony Sturgis — Thu, 29 Dec 2022 03:38:45 -0500

Response by CSM Darieus ZaGara made Dec 29 at 2022 5:45 AM

CSM Darieus ZaGara — Thu, 29 Dec 2022 05:45:02 -0500

I don’t think you have provided enough information. What type of law suit, against who or what institution, etc.

Response by COL Randall C. made Dec 29 at 2022 7:31 AM

COL Randall C. — Thu, 29 Dec 2022 07:31:14 -0500

I'm with CSM Darieus ZaGara regarding the lack of information in your question.

However, if you're asking if your VA benefits will be affected if you are the defendant in a civil lawsuit and lose, the answer is no. A CIVIL action won't have an affect on you directly. A CRIMINIAL conviction may, but not a civil.
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Response by SPC Anthony Sturgis made Dec 30 at 2022 2:49 AM

SPC Anthony Sturgis — Fri, 30 Dec 2022 02:49:31 -0500

Let me elaborate further. Generally, a settlement is monetary. The question is, will a substantial monetary award from a lawsuit affect eligibility in regards to VA Healthcare benefits? Can one be denied benefits because of an award of a lawsuit settlement?.