Tag Archives: Help with vA Claims

38 CFR § 20.900(c)– MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE

Posted on November 5, 2011 by asknod

Members have asked me frequently what the parameters are for seeking an advancement on the docket. While this might sound like climbing Mt. Everest barefoot, it isn’t. There are four criteria for this in spite of the common misconception of two. … Continue reading →

Posted in Tips and Tricks, vARO Decisions | Tagged HCV, Help with vA Claims, VA claims | 3 Comments

BVA– BENT BRAIN + ETOH = SC

Posted on November 3, 2011 by asknod

From the gambling halls of Reno, we are treated to this gem of jurisprudence. Judge George R. Senyk is another judge who is no stranger to the BVA corral so I’m sure he’s seen a lot of these. However he … Continue reading →

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A NEXUS LETTER IN A MANILA ENVELOPE

Posted on November 2, 2011 by asknod

We have a member in the Philippines- Manila-to be precise. No, he’s not a survivor of the Second World War He was a naturalized citizen who signed up and fought in the SEA conflict. After he got out, he opted … Continue reading →

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Trick or Treat From Drew Carey’s RO

Posted on October 31, 2011 by asknod

Here’s an interesting decision that will provoke much discussion for years to come. This comes to us from Shreddergate, the Cleveland, Ohio VARO with a unique filing system for round records that don’t fit into square holes. Their motto is … Continue reading →

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Cognitive Brain Disfunction

Posted on October 30, 2011 by asknod

Members write me occasionally and during the course of their epistle, they always point out the increasing deterioration of their mental acuity. This happens to all of us as the HCV disease progresses. Others point out the Interferon therapy seems … Continue reading →

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Member’s Bucket List

Posted on October 29, 2011 by asknod

I love writing about others and their successes when going up against Goliath (VA). Every win is a “take that” moment for what they did to me for 22 long years. Actually, mine’s still in the works in D.C. as … Continue reading →

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Plausible? See Stegman v. Derwinski (1992)

Posted on October 27, 2011 by asknod

I swear that the words that make their way onto this screen are born of woolgathering while driving. I keep a tablet under my right hand and a pen poised for when the little man in my head presses “Send”. … Continue reading →

Posted in General Messages, Important CAVC/COVA Ruling, Jetgun BvA Decisions, Nexus Information, Tips and Tricks, Uncategorized, Veterans Law | Tagged CAvC/COvA Decisions, HCV, Help with vA Claims, Help with vA HCV Claims., Jetguns, Service Connection, VA claims | Leave a comment

CAVC– Vincent v. Shinseki– Dismissal Then Reinstatement W/ Panel.

Posted on October 26, 2011 by asknod

We have pointed out the friction beginning to develop over time since VA Secretary Shinseki took office. This Order is the second to come down this year that evokes the belief by the Court that the Secretary was raised by … Continue reading →

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CAVC– Ledford v. Derwinski (1992)– Why we can file for HCV

Posted on October 22, 2011 by asknod

Veterans have asked me over time why we have a path to HCV when we legitimately didn’t have symptoms of it in service. 38 CFR 3.303 is the path most take for diseases or injuries that were documented in service. … Continue reading →

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CAVC– GEORGE V. SHINSEKI– DUE PROCESS?

Posted on October 21, 2011 by asknod

If you have never filed a claim with VA, I suppose you could be a little lame as to what the procedures are. When VA tells you that you need to go to a Dog and Pony show to determine … Continue reading →