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VETERANS ARE LOSERS AND SUCKERS?

Posted on October 18, 2024 by asknod

I know. All the Karen’s will come out from under their rocks and tell us this is untrue. But it isn’t. It’s very easy to verify it happened. Without beating a dead horse, elections do matter. Be sure to exercise … Continue reading →

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EXPOSED VET RADIO SHOW 10/10

Posted on October 8, 2024 by asknod

John, Ray and I have a great show lined up for you folks on the Independent Living Program (VR&E ILP) or what’s left of it in this day and age. I look forward to delivering the new details on my … Continue reading →

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ELECTION 2024–TAKING AMERICA’S PULSE

Posted on October 6, 2024 by asknod

In the sixteen years I’ve been writing this blog, I’ve witnessed America seemingly go off the rails. As I abhor religion and politics on this site, I have studiously avoided it for a reason and strive to concentrate exclusively on … Continue reading →

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SPECIAL MONTHLY COMPENSATION–THE LATEST JEDI KNIGHTS

Posted on September 29, 2024 by asknod

I’ve been horribly remiss in getting this article out. I apologize profusely-both to you, the readership and the latest graduates of the SMC Academy. In fact, I was waaaaay remiss (five months) in creating and printing the diplomas. As many … Continue reading →

Posted in All about Veterans, Equitable Estoppel, Food for the soul, Independent Living Program, R1/R2, SMC, SMC School, Special Monthly Compensation, TBI, Tips and Tricks, VA Agents, VA Attorneys, VA special monthly compensation, Veterans Law | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 5 Comments

CAVC-LEY v. DENIS THE MENACE–MUM’S THE WORD

Posted on September 22, 2024 by asknod

I honestly never thought I’d be writing about something like this ever again. I disremember the earlier article’s date but the thrust is equally as ugly as the above case. While some may consider this ancient history and long-ago resolved … Continue reading →

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LASKA V. DENIS THE MENACE– SWEET HOME ALABAMA

Posted on September 7, 2024 by asknod

Used to be back in the old days, every rating decision with the the VA logo on the top had the actual Fort Fumble identified. Thus you knew from whence it originated if you wished to hurl imprecations and discuss … Continue reading →

Posted in Aid and Attendance, BvA Decisions, CAVC Knowledge, CAVC ruling, CAVC/COVA Decision, SMC, Special Monthly Compensation, TBI, Tips and Tricks, VA special monthly compensation, Veterans Law | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

LABOR DAY 2024– LIKE THE LAST TRIP TO TULSA

Posted on September 1, 2024 by asknod

There were two men eating penniesAnd three young girls who criedThe west coast is fallingI see rocks in the sky Labor day is, I suppose, a day to relax from… well… labor, right? My plum tree announced this AM it … Continue reading →

Posted in Humor, Labor Day, VA AMA appeals knowledge, VA BACKLOG, VAMC Scheduling Coverup, vARO Decisions, VBMS Tricks, Veterans Law | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 3 Comments

EXPOSED VET RADIO SHOW THURSDAY 8/29

Posted on August 26, 2024 by asknod

Yesseree, bob. You read that right. It’s the PRE- Fall conference in Salt Lick City show. I’m sure John and Ray have a better idea of what the show will focus on but it’s always interesting. I’ll call him/them back … Continue reading →

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REMANDS- WHY WE HAVE THEM.

Posted on August 24, 2024 by asknod

I get perennial questions from every Vet when they join the asknod Army. How long is this going to take? Do we have to appeal to the Board? To the Court? Actually, there are a lot more questions but those … Continue reading →

Posted in All about Veterans, Appeals Modernization Act, BvA Decisions, Remanded claims, Tips and Tricks, VA Agents, Veterans Law | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

VA–I’LL BE YOUR HUCKLEBERRY

Posted on August 18, 2024 by asknod

We’re rapidly reaching a breaking point very similar to what I encountered when I came home from Vietnam. We have engaged in a protracted war footing for twenty years (again) and now the chickens are coming home to roost. The … Continue reading →

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