Law Offices of David P. Sheldon

Law Offices of David P. Sheldon Military lawyers representing service members in courts-martial, administrative hearings, civil suit

As you spend time with loved ones this weekend, we encourage a moment of quiet reflection for those who gave all. May we...
05/23/2026

As you spend time with loved ones this weekend, we encourage a moment of quiet reflection for those who gave all. May we never forget.

This Memorial Day, the Law Offices of David P. Sheldon, PLLC honors the service members who gave their lives in defense of our nation and remembers the families who carry their legacy.

Can service members be deployed for public safety or domestic missions? Learn what military personnel need to know about...
05/21/2026

Can service members be deployed for public safety or domestic missions? Learn what military personnel need to know about Title 10, Title 32, lawful orders, Posse Comitatus, and documenting concerns early.

Can service members be deployed for public safety or domestic missions? Learn what military personnel need to know about Title 10, Title 32, lawful orders, Posse Comitatus, and documenting concerns early.

The high court decision determines the reach of contractor immunity in modern warfare said David P Sheldon in 2025.
04/25/2026

The high court decision determines the reach of contractor immunity in modern warfare said David P Sheldon in 2025.


A former Army specialist claimed that Fluor Corp. failed to adequately assess one of its employees, who carried out a 2016 attack at Bagram Airfield.

Oral argument is April 10, 2026. in Murphy v. Driscoll (D.C. Cir. No. 25-5119). The Court will address a key issue: when...
04/09/2026

Oral argument is April 10, 2026. in Murphy v. Driscoll (D.C. Cir. No. 25-5119). The Court will address a key issue: when does reconsideration by a military correction board amount to a “reopening” that preserves judicial review? A reminder that timing is everything in military record correction cases.

The D.C. Circuit hears oral argument in a military record correction case focused on timeliness under 28 U.S.C. § 2401, highlighting how delays can bar judicial review.

Skipper had it right! If you’re gonna be a bear 🐻, be a Grizzly! Go Griz!
03/25/2026

Skipper had it right! If you’re gonna be a bear 🐻, be a Grizzly! Go Griz!

Friend and foe alike will have no problem recognizing the Navy’s newest destroyer when it flies its distinctive battle flag, which features the visage of a growling grizzly bear.

The warship is named for retired Marine Col. Harvey C. Barnum Jr., who was awarded the Medal of Honor for his heroism during the Vietnam War. Its battle flag both reflects the crew’s identity and pays tribute to the ship’s namesake, said Lt. Cmdr. Mary Sanford, a Navy spokesperson.

“The crew of the USS Harvey C. Barnum Jr. refer to themselves as ‘Grizzlies,’” Sanford told Task & Purpose on Monday. “This moniker is inspired by a well-known quote from Col. Barnum: ‘If you’re going to be a bear, be a grizzly.’”

In August we posted about the VA Terminating Collective Bargaining Agreements. Today a federal court issued a temporary ...
03/21/2026

In August we posted about the VA Terminating Collective Bargaining Agreements. Today a federal court issued a temporary order that directed the VA to recognize its master collective bargaining agreement with the National Veterans Affairs Council, a labor union representing many VA workers at medical centers and cemeteries. The case is being heard in U.S. District Court for the District of Rhode Island.

The preliminary injunction directs the VA to restore its collective bargaining agreement with the largest union for VA staff, maintaining the status quo.

Your Military Record Will Follow You Long After You Leave ServiceA 2025 GAO report highlights a troubling reality: disch...
03/19/2026

Your Military Record Will Follow You Long After You Leave Service

A 2025 GAO report highlights a troubling reality: discharge decisions and upgrades are inconsistent, and often depend on records that were never properly documented in the first place. For service members preparing to separate, this is critical: Your record is your voice.

If injuries, trauma, or service-related conditions are not documented before discharge, the system may never fully recognize them.

We break down what every service member needs to know before leaving the military.

A 2025 GAO report reveals serious inconsistencies in military discharge decisions. Learn how service members can protect their rights by documenting injuries, securing records, and preparing before separation.

When Congress says a court shall review a case, can that duty be ignored? A new filing in the D.C. Circuit challenges a ...
03/18/2026

When Congress says a court shall review a case, can that duty be ignored? A new filing in the D.C. Circuit challenges a breakdown in military commission appellate review and asks a fundamental question about jurisdiction, accountability, and the rule of law.

When Congress says a court shall review a case, can that duty be ignored? A new filing in the D.C. Circuit challenges a breakdown in military commission appellate review and asks a fundamental question about jurisdiction, accountability, and the rule of law.

A former Air Force officer is asking the AFBCMR to correct records that continue to impose punishment years after servic...
03/17/2026

A former Air Force officer is asking the AFBCMR to correct records that continue to impose punishment years after service. Accountability should not eclipse fairness.

Former Air Force officer petitions AFBCMR to correct records that impose lasting consequences after service, raising critical questions about fairness, due process, and military justice.

Army officer secures a six-figure Military Claims Act settlement after delayed diagnosis and treatment of a hip injury l...
03/13/2026

Army officer secures a six-figure Military Claims Act settlement after delayed diagnosis and treatment of a hip injury led to prolonged pain and medical retirement.

An Army officer has secured a six-figure settlement under the Military Claims Act after a delayed diagnosis of a hip injury resulted in prolonged pain and medical retirement. This case underscores that service members retain the right to accountability for negligent medical care.

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