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BVA–HCV WAS NOT DISCOVERED UNTIL 1989

Posted on January 5, 2013 by asknod

Having read every decision on HCV ever published by the BVA, I finally find one that incongruously declares (finally) that a Vet cannot declare he had HCV diagnosed prior to 1991. Keep in mind that I have read about 10,000 … Continue reading →

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HCVets June 9-16, 2013 gathering in Indiana

Posted on December 30, 2012 by Laura

HCVets is such a wonderful resource.  They are organizing a (non-profit) net-working retreat for veterans called “HugFest 2013.”   Housing is in private rooms in two large riverfront cabins.   There is a food fund but I don’t know if … Continue reading →

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TRICKS OF THE TRADE.

Posted on December 7, 2012 by asknod

People compliment me on my ability to remember things. This is a man secret I’m going to let you guys in on. Gather round. When planning auspicious events like weddings, divorces, and babies (if you’re really good at it), might I suggest … Continue reading →

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VARO–ILP GREENHOUSE DENIAL

Posted on November 3, 2012 by asknod

Ah. yes. The ongoing greenhouse brouhaha. This will entertain all who are contemplating ILP claims. Remember always in your filings that the operable phrase is “necessary or vital to independence in everyday living”. If you fail to demonstrate this need, … Continue reading →

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BVA– ARE WE TALKING “BVA” IN DC? JETGUNS?

Posted on October 26, 2012 by asknod

Read this jetgun decision and scratch your head. VLJ U.R. Powell is no spring chicken The good judge has had a vast wealth of experience denying claims and has indeed turned down hundreds, if not thousands, of claims just like … Continue reading →

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NPRS–1 POTATO, 2 POTATO, 3 POTATO, 4…

Posted on October 10, 2012 by asknod

I was talking with the legal member of the Asknod family and we discussed the problems with getting useful documents from St. Louis. Then we discussed the matter of getting anything, useful or otherwise from them. Ladies and Gentlemen, take your protein … Continue reading →

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Secret Veterans’ Benefits Academy

Posted on October 7, 2012 by Laura

I really had to hunt for any information about this academy but there is was, in small print, mis-named, on the Baltimore VARO webpage. The Baltimore Regional Office is co-located with the Eastern Area Human Resource Center (HRC) and the … Continue reading →

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BVA– ACTING VLJ HOOKED ON PHONICS

Posted on October 1, 2012 by asknod

WGM got the short end of the stick on this one but now I see why. vA just can’t bring themselves to accept the fact that getting Winky dirty isn’t willful misconduct. Listen to this Judge pontificate, bluster, chew her … Continue reading →

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Aspire: How is the VA doing?

Posted on August 8, 2012 by joeaveragevet

As many of you know the VA keeps records with a system called Aspire. You can also look at the individual RO’s Aspire, here. I looked at the data for the past 13 months, which is all that is available … Continue reading →

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Class Action: Against the VA

Posted on August 1, 2012 by joeaveragevet

Hmmmm…I wonder if shredded evidence amounts to “denial of due process”. This Vet has launched a class action suit, and we are apparently asked to join him. I would be very interested in Vets comments on this! For more information … Continue reading →

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