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Veterans service office reports rise in predatory claims assistance; urges public outreach
2111956 · January 15, 2025
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Summary
County Veterans Service Office reported recent cases of veterans and families being targeted by for-profit claims agents; staff urged commissioners to help distribute information and links to vetted resources.
Jeff Oakley, director of the county Veterans Service Office, told the commission on Jan. 13 that staff have identified families in Sumner County targeted by for-profit “claims shark” firms that overcharge veterans and provide poor service.
Oakley said the office has helped…
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