Category Archives: Veterans Law

VA HEARING IN SENATE TODAY

Posted on March 29, 2012 by asknod

Well hooooo, doggies. Sen. Patty finally had her hearing for a couple of new judges at the Court this morning. Margaret Bartley and Coral Wong Pietsch finally got their Dog and Pony Show at the Bigtop. This was long overdue. … Continue reading →

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DRO AND BOARD HEARINGS

Posted on March 29, 2012 by asknod

I have received a query from member Joel who asks several questions which are of interest to us all. Here is what I do know on the subject. I would ask any with additional knowledge on this subject to please … Continue reading →

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FED.CIR. Akers v. Shinseki–Informal Claims?

Posted on March 27, 2012 by asknod

Much has been bandied about on the subject of informal claims over the years. The  subject became so contentious, VA was forced to amend its own definition  in 1987. I’m sure we haven’t heard the end of it. Vickie Akers will … Continue reading →

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bVA–NHL= HCV

Posted on March 23, 2012 by asknod

Whoa there, doggies. For all you guys from Michigan, back up the boat. NHL stands for Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma.  We don’t do sports or politics here. Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Two things catch your eye about this. First,  the correlation between the two diseases … Continue reading →

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BVA–Shabby clothing = Not Credible Witness

Posted on March 23, 2012 by asknod

The RO, and subsequently the BVA will almost always act in tandem of their denial if you, the Vet, exhibit any type of squirrely behavior during the process of your claim. This is a drastic example of it. This Vet is filing … Continue reading →

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BvA–HCV DUE TO PTSD

Posted on March 18, 2012 by asknod

Nice clean decision without a bunch of double talk. Easy to follow with good cites and all you need for a DYI. Beat PTSD gently, then stir in HCV slowly for several years. Bake in a slow oven for 23 … Continue reading →

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BvA–Texas Fenderson Rating Via West Virginia

Posted on March 17, 2012 by asknod

While I know this occurred after the wheels were in motion on WGM’s claim, it seems an amazing coincidence. I’m willing to bet Mr. West Virginia heard about all those hot shot Texas Veterans Commission Service Officers and moved there. … Continue reading →

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Interesting Vets Site

Posted on March 16, 2012 by asknod

I ran into this site somehow. I’m like a bumbling traveler who sometimes arrives at places and am not exactly sure how I got there. Who cares? If there is something of value there, then it was a success. If … Continue reading →

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COVA– FUGERE v. DERWINSKI–M-21 SHENANIGANS

Posted on March 16, 2012 by asknod

Oscar Fugere is not a name that rolls off the tongue gently. Regardless of that, his case represents a classic example of VA’s proclivity to take away with the left hand that which they so graciously presented to us with … Continue reading →

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EAP is Reborn

Posted on March 15, 2012 by asknod

Remember good ol’ Leroy Maclem and his travails with the the VA over the Extraordinary Awards Program? Well, newsflash. The VA decided to see how out of compliance they were on handing out money in a) incorrect amounts and b) … Continue reading →

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