NAVY VETERAN GETS SECOND CHANCE AFTER RECORD CLEARED:
Navy veteran Jonathan Jones faced homelessness and joblessness due to past felony convictions—until Veterans Legal Institute connected him with volunteer attorney Don Hammond. Together, they cleared his record, giving him a fresh start. “It gave me hope that I can make a living again,” Jones said. Now, he's building a new future and encouraging others: “Setbacks are just part of the journey.”
FROM DENIED TO DETERMINED:
Former Navy corpsman Chad Lloyd spent three years fighting for VA benefits after his claim was wrongly denied. With the help of Veterans Legal Institute attorneys, he finally won in March 2025. “They were that knight in shining armor to get me over the finish line,” Lloyd said. Now, he’s focused on recovery, school, and family—and wants other veterans to know: “Trust the process.”
DISCHARGE UPGRADE FOR MARINE EOD VETERAN
VLI champions Staff Sgt. Tyler Grogg’s journey from Sangin, Afghanistan, to an honorable discharge upgrade. A story of resilience, legal advocacy, and redemption.
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Victor Lewis, an army veteran, was living in a roach-infested apartment and struggled to get his landlord to address the issue. Veterans Legal Institute stepped in, securing him a new apartment at the same price and additional benefits, not only improving his living situation but also setting a precedent that benefitted others in the community.
Air Force Veteran Wins Toxic Exposure case with VLI
Barry Kochuba's journey from serving in the Air Force to battling cancer linked to toxic exposure at George Air Force Base highlights the importance of legal support in accessing veteran benefits. His case, successfully handled by Veterans Legal Institute, not only secured his rightful benefits but also paved the way for other veterans facing similar challenges.