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VAROs–LOOKING FOR ‘LOSE’ IN ALL THE WRONG PLACES

Posted on August 16, 2019 by asknod

Boy howdy do I love litigating. I read recently that VA litigators experience a lot of angst, depression and despondency. I guess I get some of that when your Vet is dying and you’re just hoping to get it done … Continue reading →

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Helping Veterans And Service Members: Tips For Loved Ones

Posted on June 25, 2019 by brewerkelli

Photo via Pixabay by Skeeze Veterans and service members have played a big role in our country for many decades, defending our freedom and helping others as a way of life. Many individuals in the military don’t get what they … Continue reading →

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THE NEW VA AMA–A CHUTES AND LADDERS GAME FOR VETS

Posted on June 11, 2019 by asknod

Yeppers. You read that right. But it doesn’t begin to describe what I’m trying to convey to all you aspiring pro se Veterans, freshly minted Juris Doctorates seeking an exciting career in VA law or older, more experienced attorneys looking … Continue reading →

Posted in All about Veterans, Appeals Modernization Act, Duty to Assist, KP Veterans, Lawyering Up, Lay testimony, M-21 info, Tips and Tricks, VA Agents, VA AMA appeals knowledge, VA Attorneys, Veterans Law | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

BVA–MORE DECISIONS…AND BE QUICK ABOUT IT, MIND YOU.

Posted on March 5, 2019 by asknod

Ah, St. Nicholas est mort. We poor naive Veterans have been cheated, been mistreated, and just when we think Congress has finally heard our plea, we discover we didn’t get what we paid for… again.   Not only that, we-that Veterans … Continue reading →

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INDEPENDENT MEDICAL OPINIONS–WHO, WHAT, WHERE, WHY AND WHEN

Posted on March 3, 2019 by asknod

Once I discovered the recipe to VA claims, I set out to teach others. I started this website in 2008 expressly for that purpose. I have taught, and discoursed endlessly on the need for a true, well-constructed Independent Medical Opinion … Continue reading →

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CAFC–PROCOPIO V. WILKIE–THUNDER ONLY HAPPENS WHEN IT’S RAINING

Posted on January 31, 2019 by asknod

Well, now. Wash my mouth out with vodka. Ain’t that a breath of fresh air from the Fed Circus? Who wouldda thunk it? Well, not a hell of a lot of us logical, thinking-like-scientists types but that isn’t the problem. … Continue reading →

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BVA- HCV WIN–DR. BENNET CECIL STRIKES AGAIN

Posted on January 13, 2019 by asknod

I’ve talked with and used Dr. Cecil for many years now. He has been of immeasurable help in getting my Veterans service connected for Hep. C. Here, again, he proves his worth and comes through-not once, but twice- in ensuring … Continue reading →

Posted in All about Veterans, DRO and BVA Hearings, HCV Risks (documented), IMOs/IMEs, Jetgun BvA Decisions, Jetgun Claims evidence, KP Veterans, Tips and Tricks, VA Agents, Veterans Law | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 8 Comments

Veterans Day 2018

Posted on November 11, 2018 by asknod

By some miracle, I’m still alive to celebrate again this year. Thank you Gilead Sciences. With Hepatitis C, that which doesn’t kill you nevertheless kicks the shit out of you forever. I think the same applies to VA health care … Continue reading →

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CHANGE MANAGEMENT AGENTS–THE UNSUNG HEROES

Posted on June 9, 2018 by asknod

Actually, I probably blew that and should have written Heroines as most of the VA CMAs I talk to are women. One thing is certain. Change embodies what they do and they are quick about it. Today, I wish to … Continue reading →

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CAVC–GRAHAM v SHULKIN- BELTS AND SUSPENDERS GENTLEMEN

Posted on February 20, 2018 by asknod

They say the third time is the charm. Golly doggie, I’d hope to think so. Judge Bartley kinda got a little hot around the collar on my last foray to try to pour concrete around the  Individualized Independent Living Program … Continue reading →

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