VA Disability...Which spouse is entitled?

A few people have said that 50% of his disability will go to his STBX. Is this true? He was married for 12 years.

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My friend is leaving his wife. He was injured and receives VA check for disability. When he separates will the check be his money only or will he have to expect a portion to go to his be ex wife during separation and then divorce?[?]

Does he have to go through a lawyer to make certain or can he still file for divorce on his own?