by Steve Shewmaker | Mar 26, 2021 | General Court Martial, Military Separation Hearing
From a litigation standpoint, an administrative separation hearing is very similar to a contested court-martial. The Respondent is entitled to have an attorney, call witnesses, cross examine witnesses, and present opening and closing statements. There are some stark...
by Steve Shewmaker | Apr 28, 2020 | Military Justice, Titling
Titling occurs when a military investigative service names an individual as a subject in a criminal investigation report. It is not a judicial or legal action and does not mean an individual has been arrested, charged or convicted of a crime. The ramifications of...
by Steve Shewmaker | Mar 19, 2020 | Military Justice
Toxic leadership in the military describes a combination of behaviors that can have negative effects on subordinates, missions and an organization. It can involve “self-centered attitudes, motivations and behaviors” along with lack of concern for others....