Explaining the Law and Providing Self-Help Information for Low-Income Iowans
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Common Legal Terms
(Separate Website)
An online glossary of legal terms from A to W
By: Iowa Judicial Branch
Finding Federal Jobs
(Separate Website)
Are you leaving the military but you still want to work for Uncle Sam? Here is a direct link for finding federal employment opportunities across the country and information about veterans preference.
Mobilization/Demobilization
(Separate Website)
Preparing to mobilize for active duty? Preparing to demobilize? Here is a useful guide to what you need to know as you prepare for the changes
Returning to Work After Military Duty
(Separate Website)
If you are in the National Guard or Reserves, do you know your rights for re-employment after a period of active duty? Does your employer know and follow these rights? Here is a resource explaining the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act of 1994.
The Servicemembers Civil Relief Act
The "SCRA" is a federal statute passed by Congress to allow military members to suspend or postpone some civil obligations so the military member can devote his or her full attention to military duties.
By: Iowa Legal Aid
The Uniformed Services Employment and Re-employment Act (USERRA)
Because the United States depends on volunteers to fill its uniformed services, Congress has passed many laws to make it easier for people to serve our county without losing the civilian lives they have built for themselves. One of these laws is the Uniformed Services Employment and Re-employment Rights Act, or USERRA.
By: Iowa Legal Aid
Veterans Employment and Training
(Separate Website)
Returning from active duty? Do you need additional guidance toward re-employment. Do you need additional training to adjust to civilian types of work? Here is a helpful source to assist you.
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