Tag Archives: HCVETS

BvA– Grampa Goes to D.C.

I was looking through the library of BvA claims from 2011. I noticed this one and everything struck me as off about it. The Vet was recently rated in 2008 and is asking for a Fenderson of his original rating. … Continue reading

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BvA–HCV DUE TO PTSD

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

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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BVA– HCV? Well,Not Exactly.

Veterans would do well to analyze this decision and realize the argument is specious. The BVA and it is companion RO have gone to great lengths to bandy words about in such a way as to semantically hide the truth. … Continue reading

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VACCINE FOR HCV!

How ’bout them apples? The guy who figured it out in 1989 is back with the cure. I just about fell out of my chair.  I wonder how this bodes for us with the bug?  With the way the economy’s … Continue reading

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BVA—§1154(B) COMBAT VET WINS AFTER AMC DENIAL

HCVets everywhere should take note of this one. The Vet has lost at the RO and the AMC. The VLJ sees the light and give it to him and doesn’t mumble the jive about benefit of the doubt. This guy … Continue reading

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Milestones–Gary Lupole

It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of Gary Lupole, Veteran and husband of Patricia. She is, after all, the reason this site exists. She had the farsightedness to give me a voice in August 2008. Gary … Continue reading

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WGM–THE SAGA CONTINUES

Nothing floats my boat like the realization of a long overdue rating after a series of snafus. By now, I’m sure a large number of you are aware of WGM’s unfortunate travails with the Houston RO. We are told that … Continue reading

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CAVC– KATH v. SHINSEKI–NO RETROSPECTIVE EXAMS

Richard P. Kath filed for hep in 1978. As with most of us, he didn’t know the program and received a denial slip. He didn’t appeal, but it appears he refiled in 1980. He got the same treatment  from what … Continue reading

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VA –PAPERLESS CLAIMS BY 2015?

Tom Philpott had an interesting article about our claims plight in this morning’s paper.  I attach the link but have no faith in VA to honor this commitment; http://www.military.com/Opinions/0,,Philpott_Index,00.html VA told us in 2009 that they would be cranking these … Continue reading

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