Tag Archives: Helping Veterans

WELCOME HOME, MARK AND EUDITH

Posted on May 1, 2016 by asknod

I wish to welcome back my old friend and neighbor and his new wife. There can be joy in Mudville now with the advent of the new Direct Acting Antiviral (DAA) drugs to combat Hep C.  We had so little … Continue reading →

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THE SEARCH CONTINUES

Posted on April 29, 2016 by asknod

I apologize for not posting this sooner. I wish to thank all those who have sent me get well reminders. After five days in the hospital, even less is apparent about what has happened. After my Tuesday morning rush to … Continue reading →

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First non-VA care denial letter received

Posted on April 24, 2016 by Laura

Although there is no mention of the Veterans’ Choice program in my husband’s recent non-VA care denial letter, our “geographical hardship” plea fell on deaf ears at the White River Junction VHA.  They received a pulmonary consult and treatment request … Continue reading →

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HADIT.COM BLOG TALK RADIO SHOW @1600 HRS ON LEFT COAST TODAY

Posted on April 22, 2016 by asknod

Jerrel called me up last night and asked if I wanted to do a show on the new VA shredder scandals. I said Loyal (BroncoVet) would be the go-to Vet to have on as well. Loyal caught them in Dayton … Continue reading →

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BVA–LONG COOL WOMAN IN A BLACK DRESS

Posted on April 21, 2016 by asknod

What could be better than a long cool Veterans Law Judge in a black robe than a red hot Vet’s law dog  on your team named Jeany Mark Esquire. Ms. Mark is one half of the tag team of Lieberman … Continue reading →

Posted in BvA HCV decisions, C&P exams, HCV Risks (documented), IMOs/IMEs, Jetgun BvA Decisions, KP Veterans, Lawyering Up, Nexus Information, VA Attorneys, vARO Decisions, VARO Misfeasance, VBMS Tricks, Veterans Law, VSOs | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

CAVC–GOPAN V SHINSEKI- LINE OF DUTY FOR DUMMIES

Posted on April 16, 2016 by asknod

Over the last eight years I have read law. Lots of it. Line of Duty (LOD) determinations are one of those fuzzy areas where everyone can agree to the same thing for five minutes. Then along comes another LOD appeal … Continue reading →

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ILP–THE LAST SUMMER

Posted on April 15, 2016 by asknod

Assuming the VA makes good on its promises, August will be the month construction begins on the greenhouse. Having waited almost five years, five more months seems like a heartbeat away. Tuesday last, I met with my old Vocational Rehabilitation … Continue reading →

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INDIANAPOLIS VAMC NAMES ROBIN PAUL EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR

Posted on April 10, 2016 by asknod

Tom Mattice, director of the Roudebush Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Native Americanopolis, Indiana announced the latest VAMC Employee of the year yesterday. Citing her amazing work with returning Veterans  suffering PTSD, suicidal tendencies and Xanax withdrawal issues, Mr. Mattice recognized her for … Continue reading →

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GENTLEMEN, START YOUR GARDENS

Posted on April 10, 2016 by asknod

I love that phrase as it applies to Grand Prix racing after they read everyone the rules. It’s the last rejoinder before the action begins. Likewise, when spring awakes, it’s showtime and the sap figuratively rises in us. As I … Continue reading →

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ANOTHER ONE BITES THE DUST–THE 3 PERCENTERS

Posted on April 5, 2016 by asknod

From my neighbor and very good friend brownwater brother Jim, another poignant reminder of our ever-shrinking ranks. Salute with me the three percenters-those who feel that burning need to ensure the peace and prosperity of our amazing country. I’m proud to have … Continue reading →

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