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VA expands access to virtual hearings
May 1, 2020, 10:51:00 AM VA expands access to virtual hearings Virtual hearings provide Veterans a new option to have their appeal heard WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Board of Veterans’ Appeals (Board) today announced it is expanding access to virtual hearings to all Veterans awaiting their Board hearing after successfully testing the … [Read more...] about VA expands access to virtual hearings
VBA Annual Benefits Report Fiscal Year 2018 updated March 2019
The Annual Benefits Report (ABR) summarizes the benefit programs delivered by VBA, identifies the current level of program participation, and profiles the benecifiaries. The report is intended to accomplish the following: present a clear, complete, data-driven picture of the extent to which Veterans and their dependents use these benefits, andprovide insights into the nature … [Read more...] about VBA Annual Benefits Report Fiscal Year 2018 updated March 2019
2 similar Veterans both with VA Sleep Apnea Claims Different Results at the BVA?
This Veteran served in Iraq and Kuwait in 2003 to 2004.He was diagnosed with sleep apnea in 2007, after his military service.The VA Regional Office denied his claim.When he got to the BVA the following evidence was in his C-File:A VA C&P exam concluding that sleep apnea was “less likely than not” related to military service. He was denied service … [Read more...] about 2 similar Veterans both with VA Sleep Apnea Claims Different Results at the BVA?
Timeline Purple Heart through history
Aug. 7, 1782: George Washington issues order to create the Badge of Military Merit to recognize meritorious action. Only a handful of soldiers are known to have received it. Feb. 22, 1932: Gen. Douglas MacArthur revives the Purple Heart on the bicentennial of Washington’s birthday. The medal is primarily designed to recognize meritorious service. The Purple Heart … [Read more...] about Timeline Purple Heart through history
Proving a Non-Combat Stressor in a VA PTSD Disability Claim
VA Disability Rating for PTSD: Non-Combat Stressor [Reprinted here with permission from Veterans Law Blog] Do you have Non-Combat VA PTSD disability claim? Ever try to convince the VA that your non-combat stressor event occurred?It's a lot harder for non-combat Veterans - if you didn't serve in combat, the VA isn't going to take your word for … [Read more...] about Proving a Non-Combat Stressor in a VA PTSD Disability Claim
Potential Exposure at Fort McClellan
From Hill and Ponton Fort McClellan, AL, served as training and scientific research ground for some of the most volatile chemical, biological, and radiological materials used by the US military. As the US was gearing up to enter WWI, President Woodrow Wilson purchased the property, and it was utilized to train and mobilize troops headed off to the Great War. After the … [Read more...] about Potential Exposure at Fort McClellan
VA Decision Ready Claims
The Decision Ready Claim (DRC) Program is the fastest way to get your claim processed. With the DRC Program you can get a decision on your claim within 30 days when you work with an accredited Veterans Service Organization (VSO). Your VSO will help you gather and submit all relevant records and evidence, including federal and medical records and Disability Benefits … [Read more...] about VA Decision Ready Claims
The Power of 38 CFR 4.6
I mention here, from time to time, the power of 38 CFR 4.6. I am putting this in the main forum because I think Veterans Affairs makes more CUEs regarding this regulation, then we know. Source Berta Simmons VA Claims Forum One of the first things vet reps should look for in a denial, is whether the VCAA letter was correct (if that letter is detrimental to the claimant, it … [Read more...] about The Power of 38 CFR 4.6
Contact Federal Elected Officials
Contact Federal Elected Officials Whitehouse Veterans Complaint/Information Line 855-948-2311 Use this number for all veteran related complaints. President Donald Trump - Contact the President of the United States by filling out the online contact form or by calling the White House switchboard at 202-456-1414 or the comments line at 202-456-1111 during business … [Read more...] about Contact Federal Elected Officials