States threaten action against company profiting from disabled veterans
Authorities in New York and Illinois say they will sue Trajector Medical, a Florida company that helps veterans with disability claims. They allege fraudulent and deceptive practices that charge veterans up to $20,000, even though the VA requires that initial claim help be provided free of charge. The case follows an NPR investigation that raised questions about the company’s methods and the potential legality of its business model.
What happened
New York and Illinois attorneys general say they are preparing legal action against Trajector Medical for fraudulent and deceptive practices related to disability-claims help for veterans. The companies’ actions were highlighted after an NPR investigation reported that Trajector charged veterans thousands of dollars for services that the VA is supposed to provide for free. In response to the NPR findings, civil lawsuits were filed seeking class-action status, and Trajector filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, which can pause lawsuits.
Key facts you should know
• Trajector Medical is a Florida-based company accused of charging veterans up to $20,000 for help with disability claims.
• The VA requires that veterans receive assistance with initial disability claims at no charge. Authorities say the company’s charges and practices may violate laws against fraud and deceptive business practices.
• Following NPR’s reporting, lawsuits were filed and Trajector sought bankruptcy protection, which paused those suits.
Who is affected
The impacted individuals are U.S. veterans who sought help with disability-claims through Trajector Medical. The investigations are led by the attorney generals of New York and Illinois, indicating potential statewide impact for residents in those states who may have used or been approached by Trajector.
Practical next steps
If you or someone you know used Trajector Medical or is worried about disability-claims help, consider these steps: 1) Check whether help was provided for free by the VA or a VA-approved source; 2) Keep records of any payments or contracts with Trajector; 3) Monitor updates from New York and Illinois attorneys general or the VA for guidance and possible refunds or remedies; 4) If you believe you were misled, consult a lawyer about potential action or contact the attorney general’s office in your state for guidance.
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