Arizona VetLink Solutions $1.2 Million Settlement, Veterans’ Restitution Checks Are Being Mailed

VetLink Solutions Settlement: $1.2 Million in Veterans’ Restitution Is Being Distributed

Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes announced on October 28, 2026, that restitution checks are beginning to be mailed to eligible veterans who were charged by VetLink Solutions for help with VA disability claims. Only veterans who submitted a timely claim by September 10, 2026 are receiving payments.

The $1,200,000 restitution fund is part of a broader $1.95 million consent judgment against White Tanks Group LLC, doing business as VetLink Solutions, and its principals. The judgment resolved the Attorney General’s lawsuit under the Arizona Consumer Fraud Act in Maricopa County Superior Court. The defendants did not admit liability.

The claim deadline has passed. The official materials do not announce a reopened claims process. If you filed a timely claim and your check has not arrived within 14 days of the October 28 announcement (around November 11, 2026), contact the settlement administrator at 866-880-0070.

Official sources: AZAGVetLinkSettlement.com and the Arizona Attorney General’s VetLink page

VetLink Solutions Settlement: Quick Facts

Settlement Detail	Information
Consumer restitution fund	$1,200,000
Total consent judgment	$1,950,000 ($1.2M restitution, $700,000 civil penalties, $50,000 fees and costs)
Company	White Tanks Group LLC, doing business as VetLink Solutions, and its principals
Enforcing authority	Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes
Court	Superior Court of Arizona, Maricopa County (Consent Judgment)
Case number	Not identified in the Attorney General’s public announcements
Legal basis	Arizona Consumer Fraud Act, A.R.S. §§ 44-1521 through 44-1534
Covered period	January 2019 through March 13, 2024
Who qualified	Veterans who paid VetLink consulting fees for VA disability-claim help and filed a timely claim
Claim deadline	September 10, 2026 (passed)
Current status	Restitution checks being mailed to eligible claimants
Individual payment amount	Not announced
Settlement administrator	AZAG VetLink Settlement Administrator
Administrator phone	866-880-0070
Administrator email	[email protected]
Official settlement website	AZAGVetLinkSettlement.com
Attorney General page	azag.gov/vetlink

The public settlement pages do not provide a verifiable case number, so this article does not assign one.

Why Did Arizona Sue VetLink Solutions Over VA Disability Claims?

The Attorney General’s investigation concerned how VetLink marketed its services to veterans seeking disability benefits or increases in existing benefits. According to the May 21, 2026 announcement, VetLink advertised nationwide between 2019 and 2024 and implied it could guide veterans through the VA benefits process.

The state alleged that VetLink:

• Marketed services as if it could perform work that only VA-accredited representatives or recognized Veterans Service Organizations may provide.
• Promised unrealistic benefit increases and charged contingency fees tied to increases in monthly disability payments, in some cases as high as $12,000.
• Used a prohibited contingency-fee structure while lacking the required accreditation.
• Continued these practices after receiving two cease-and-desist letters from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

VetLink was not a recognized Veterans Service Organization. The company ceased operating in 2024. These are allegations resolved by a consent judgment, not findings after a trial, and the judgment contains no admission of liability.

How VetLink’s Fee Structure Affected Veterans

VA disability claims can involve medical evidence, disability ratings, service records and appeal deadlines. A veteran seeking a higher rating might be drawn in by an advertised promise of a large increase. If a company then charges a percentage of that increase, the veteran can face a significant bill tied to benefits meant to compensate for a service-connected disability.

Why VA Accreditation Matters Under Federal Law

Under 38 U.S.C. §§ 5901–5905 and related VA regulations, people who help prepare, present or pursue VA benefit claims generally must meet recognition and accreditation requirements. The rules also limit when accredited attorneys and claims agents may charge fees, generally only after the VA has issued an initial decision and the claimant has pursued the required review process.

The VA states that help from accredited representatives of recognized Veterans Service Organizations is free. Not every service advertised to veterans is automatically prohibited: the questions turn on what services are offered, the provider’s accreditation, the stage of the claim and the fee arrangement. You can verify a representative through the VA’s accredited representative search.

For context on separate allegations about fees for VA disability-claims help, see the Trajector Inc. VA claims lawsuit and the report on Trajector Medical charging veterans despite VA warning letters. Those are separate matters and do not create eligibility for the VetLink fund.

What Does the $1.95 Million VetLink Consent Judgment Cover?

Settlement Component	Amount	Purpose
Veteran restitution	$1,200,000	Repay eligible consumers through the claims process
Civil penalties	$700,000	Support Arizona’s Consumer Protection-Consumer Fraud Revolving Fund
Attorney fees and costs	$50,000	Specified legal fees and expenses
Total	$1,950,000	Combined value of the consent judgment

Only the $1.2 million is intended for veterans. The penalties and fees are separate and are not available for individual consumer checks.

The consent judgment also permanently bars the defendants from misleading consumers about any affiliation with the VA or their authority to prepare, present or pursue VA benefit claims without the required accreditation. It does not mean every other disability-claims company is acting unlawfully.

Who Qualified for VetLink Solutions Restitution?

To receive a check, a veteran had to meet both a substantive test and a procedural one.

1. Veterans Who Paid VetLink Between January 2019 and March 13, 2024

You met the substantive test if you paid VetLink consulting fees for help with a VA disability claim or a request for increased benefits during that period. Contacting VetLink, receiving marketing or asking for a consultation does not by itself show you paid for a covered service.

2. Veterans Who Filed a Claim by September 10, 2026

Claims had to be submitted electronically or mailed and postmarked by September 10, 2026. The October 28 announcement identifies timely claimants as the recipients of the checks now being mailed. A veteran who paid VetLink but did not file by the deadline should not assume a check will arrive automatically.

3. Veterans Outside Arizona

The Attorney General’s May 2026 announcement said Arizona veterans would receive restitution first, with any remaining funds going to eligible veterans in other states. Out-of-state veterans were still subject to the claim requirements and deadline, and payment is not guaranteed. The administrator can confirm whether a submitted claim was accepted.

4. Who Does Not Automatically Receive a Check

• Veterans who never paid VetLink for disability-claim help.
• Payments made outside the covered period.
• Veterans who did not submit a timely claim.
• Veterans who used a different company for benefits help.
• People who receive VA benefits but never bought VetLink services.

Restitution is tied to the services, time period and claims procedure, not to veteran status alone.

How Much Will Each Veteran Receive From VetLink?

The Attorney General has not published a fixed individual payment. The amount depends on the distribution process and the claims approved for payment. Do not assume every claimant receives an equal share of $1.2 million or a full refund of everything paid to VetLink. Contact the administrator to confirm your amount or status.

What to Do If Your VetLink Settlement Check Has Not Arrived

The filing deadline has passed, so the priority is payment follow-up rather than a new claim.

Step 1: Confirm You Filed a Timely Claim

Find your confirmation email, mailed copy or any acknowledgment from the administrator. A general complaint to a government agency is not the same as the settlement claim form, which was submitted through the administrator.

Step 2: Check Your Mailing Address

Checks go to the address on your claim. If you moved after filing, ask the administrator whether the check was sent and whether an address update or replacement is possible.

Step 3: Contact the Administrator After 14 Days

The Attorney General advises timely claimants who have not received a check within 14 days of the October 28 announcement (about November 11, 2026) to contact the administrator:

• Phone: 866-880-0070
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: AZAGVetLinkSettlement.com

If a check was issued but never arrived, ask whether it was returned, whether it can be reissued and whether you must provide additional identity or mailing information. Keep a record of every call, email and reference number.

Step 4: Escalate to the Attorney General if Needed

If the administrator cannot resolve a payment problem on a timely claim, contact the Arizona Attorney General’s Consumer Protection resources:

• Phoenix: (602) 542-5763
• Tucson: (520) 628-6648
• Elsewhere in Arizona: (800) 352-8431

Settlement Scam Warning for Veterans

Scammers often target people expecting settlement money, and veterans are frequent targets. Protect yourself:

• Never pay to receive a settlement check. A legitimate restitution payment does not require a fee, tax prepayment or “processing” charge.
• Do not share your Social Security number, bank login or full card number with anyone who calls, texts or emails claiming to help you get your check.
• Use only the official contacts above: AZAGVetLinkSettlement.com, the Attorney General’s VetLink page, 866-880-0070 and [email protected]. Type the web addresses yourself rather than clicking links in unexpected messages.
• Be wary of anyone offering to file a “late claim” for a fee. No reopened claim period has been announced.
• Report suspected scams to the Arizona Attorney General’s Consumer Protection office using the numbers above.

Can Veterans Still File a New VetLink Restitution Claim?

As of October 29, 2026, the published claim deadline was September 10, 2026, and the public information does not say late claims are being accepted. A veteran who missed the deadline can ask the administrator whether any option remains, but should not rely on receiving restitution without written confirmation.

This is a state consumer-protection enforcement resolution, not a private class action, so there is no class-action opt-out or objection deadline for veterans at this stage.

If you need help with a new VA claim, an increased rating or an appeal, a free option is a recognized Veterans Service Organization representative. For a separate Arizona Attorney General consumer-fraud case, see the Hefty recyclable bags settlement.

Key Dates in the VetLink Solutions Settlement

Date	Event
January 2019	Start of the covered period
March 13, 2024	End of the covered period
May 21, 2026	Attorney General announced the $1.95 million settlement
June 2026	Consent judgment entered in Maricopa County Superior Court
August 27, 2026	Attorney General reminded consumers of the approaching claim deadline
September 10, 2026	Claim deadline (passed)
October 28, 2026	Attorney General announced restitution checks were being mailed
About November 11, 2026	End of the 14-day follow-up window for claimants without a check

The November 11 date is calculated from the October 28 announcement. It is a follow-up point for missing checks, not a new claim deadline.

VetLink Solutions Settlement FAQs

Are veterans receiving VetLink settlement checks now?

Yes. The Attorney General announced on October 28, 2026, that checks are being mailed to eligible veterans who filed timely claims.

Can I still claim the VetLink $1.2 million settlement?

The deadline was September 10, 2026, and no reopened filing period has been announced. You can ask the administrator, but do not assume a late claim will be accepted.

How much will each veteran receive?

No individual amount has been published. See the payment section above.

I filed a claim but have no check. What now?

Follow the missing-check steps above, starting with the administrator at 866-880-0070 after the 14-day window.

Does the settlement cover veterans outside Arizona?

Arizona veterans were paid first, with any remaining funds going to eligible veterans in other states who filed valid claims by the deadline.

Did VetLink admit to violating the law?

No. The consent judgment resolves the Attorney General’s allegations without an admission of liability and is not a criminal conviction or trial verdict.

Is this the same as a VA benefits increase?

No. It is a refund program for qualifying consumers who paid VetLink. It is separate from any VA compensation or rating decision.

Can I use a free VA representative instead of a claims company?

Yes. The VA says recognized Veterans Service Organization representatives help with claims for free. Accredited attorneys and claims agents may charge fees only in permitted circumstances, so verify accreditation and read any fee agreement first.

Where can I get more information?

Visit AZAGVetLinkSettlement.com or the Attorney General’s VetLink page, or contact the administrator at 866-880-0070.

Final Takeaway: VetLink Checks Are Going to Veterans Who Filed on Time

Arizona’s $1.2 million VetLink restitution fund is being distributed to veterans who paid for covered VA disability-claims help and filed a valid claim by September 10, 2026. The $700,000 in penalties and $50,000 in fees are separate from the veterans’ fund. If your check has not arrived by about November 11, 2026, contact the administrator, and never pay anyone to get your money.

This article is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Eligibility and payment depend on the consent judgment and the administrator’s records. AllAboutLawyer.com is a legal information website, not a law firm.

Sources

1. Arizona Attorney General, October 28, 2026: Attorney General Mayes Announces Distribution of $1.2 Million in Restitution to Veterans Deceived by VetLink Solutions.
2. Arizona Attorney General, May 21, 2026: Attorney General Mayes Announces Nearly $2 Million Settlement to Protect Veterans from Misleading Disability Claims Practices.
3. Arizona Attorney General: VetLink Solutions Settlement.
4. Official settlement website: AZAGVetLinkSettlement.com.
5. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: VA Accredited Representative FAQs.
6. Federal statute: 38 U.S.C. § 5904, Recognition of Agents and Attorneys Generally.