Tag Archives: Gulf War Claims Help

VA ILP– THE SECRET HANDSHAKE

Posted on June 3, 2014 by asknod

For five days I have sat, picked berries, contemplated my navel and wondered how I could apologize to all of you for being so incredibly dense. Cupcake says I’m oblivious to my surroundings yet I see many things she doesn’t. … Continue reading →

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CAVC– STRONG V. SHINSEKI–WE HAVE ALL BEEN HERE BEFORE

Posted on May 29, 2014 by asknod

My sincere apologies to Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young for bogarting the Déjà Vu.  It seems no matter how many times we go through this process, the BVA seems inclined to come up with the same tired excuses for their denials. … Continue reading →

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MEMORIAL DAY–2014

Posted on May 24, 2014 by asknod

A weekend so rich in the history of America’s former military members threatens to be engulfed in a fiasco-the making of which is so shocking as to defy comprehension. A Government Agency specifically designed to give America’s Sons of War … Continue reading →

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ILP–HOUSTON, WE ARE LAUNCH PLUS ONE DAY

Posted on May 22, 2014 by asknod

As promised to Leigh and Paul, or as promised to me, I planted all 800 of these for myself plus other Vets here on the peninsula. Virtually a total germination. Unheard of. Of the first 396, I only count 12 … Continue reading →

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VA ILP SSOC REBUTTAL–LIKE CLAY IN MY HANDS

Posted on May 21, 2014 by asknod

Building a claim is a gradual process. Fortunately for those of us who have decided to depend on no one but ourselves to win our VA claims, we have several venues that purport to give seasoned advice. I was trying … Continue reading →

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TBI–EVERYTHING VA DOESN’T WANT YOU TO KNOW.

Posted on May 19, 2014 by asknod

Trust Ben Krause to dig in and FOIA his way into the thick of TBI ratings. Actually non-ratings might be more appropriate. Check this baby out. No less than 8 or 9 training videos explaining how to knock the legs … Continue reading →

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SECOND QTR 2014 BVA DECISIONS ARE OUT

Posted on May 16, 2014 by asknod

The BVA has just released their second batch of decisions for 2014. There are very interesting reads in the Hepatitis C decisions. Please review them if you have pending claims as they will give you great insight into the latest denial … Continue reading →

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FACEFRAMES

Posted on May 2, 2014 by asknod

From my Face page. I get wonderful ideas from all of you. Thanks.    

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CUE–THE QUINTESSENTIAL ELEMENTS

Posted on May 2, 2014 by asknod

Clear and Unmistakable Error, or CUE, is one of the most misunderstood, misconstrued, miscombobulated legal concepts for Veterans to absorb. The idea of reaching back into the past to right a wrong is a wonderful thing we enjoy. As long … Continue reading →

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The phenomenon of HIV Bug chasers, Gift Givers (Gifters), and the implication for the blood supply

Posted on April 28, 2014 by Laura

The American Press Association recently dropped the word “homophobia” from its style book for journalists so writers can now address gay-sensitive topics without being accused of hatred or insanity. The FDA is considering whether to allow gay men to donate … Continue reading →

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