Category Archives: General Messages

Sorry. No Tom Cruise and no U-boat commanders in this.        When you file a claim for benefits, you will be asked to supply any and all pertinent evidence you have, know of, and any personal evidence you … Continue reading →

I had the opportunity to roam around inside a VA rater’s noggin recently. I say this in the figurative sense of course. As their thought processes are so jaded, it was difficult getting through it but I have much to … Continue reading →

I find it incongruous to be in the position of waiting for the BVA to make a decision on my claim. I have counseled many other Vets to be patient as the process is interminable. All the tired cliches such … Continue reading →

 It has been brought to the attention of the Court that the BVA and their bastard offspring, the VAROs, have a rather nasty habit of informing you of your denial without allowing you at some point to inject new lay … Continue reading →

 I found this very interesting and more so now that we are winding down our affairs in Southwest Asia, or will be doing so soon.      ” The willingness with which our young people are likely to serve in … Continue reading →

President Obama recently announced the nomination of Meg Bartley and Gloria Shelton for two of the three vacant seats at the CAVC. These positions have been vacant for over a year and it was high time he got around to … Continue reading →

NOD Manager Registered: 11/22/08 Posts: 654  06/24/11 #1      It occurred to me today watching several young people playing Ping Pong how much the game emulates life in the VA claims process. Imagine your serve to be the opening … Continue reading →

NOD Manager Registered: 11/22/08 Posts: 654  06/05/11 #1      As its summer and I spend most of my time in the garden, I notice a corresponding decline in Veterans seeking help. Could it be others are similarly occupied doing … Continue reading →