Tag Archives: VA claims

LATEST ON VA HACKING

Posted on June 6, 2013 by asknod

As most know, it has finally been disclosed that we have been getting some “supplementary help” from some of our sotto voce allies in the war on the backlog.  A former VA weenie in security reveals that the Chinese have … Continue reading →

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Will veterans have to buy health insurance under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) in January 2014?

Posted on June 5, 2013 by Laura

There are many uncertainties with the ACA however the answer appears to be NO, eligible veterans (as individuals) can opt VHA without a tax penalty.  However, family members must be enrolled in a government or private health insurance plan.  Why? The VA … Continue reading →

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LAY TESTIMONY AS VIABLE EVIDENCE

Posted on June 5, 2013 by asknod

Recently, when I was backed up with my CAVC claim in March, I received this article and it is an absolute “must read” for do it yourselfer (pro se) claimants. By the same token, budding VA law dogs who browse … Continue reading →

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STOLEN VALOR ACT RESURRECTED

Posted on June 4, 2013 by asknod

This just in. President Obama just signed the bill. Tim Poe will have to watch what he says and wears. Did I show you my Purple Star yet?    

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VA’S “HOPED FOR” PLAN

Posted on June 3, 2013 by asknod

I often noticed during the Vietnam Misunderstanding that all the bigwigs would get together down at 7th AF HQ at Tan Son Nhut Airpatch and collaborate on a “new” or improved plan to win the war. This happened so frequently … Continue reading →

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STARDUST RADIO IN ONE HOUR +20

Posted on June 2, 2013 by asknod

    Yessiree. The Hugfest warmup show and everything you ever wanted to know about VA in 3,000 words or less. 1600 hrs for the Left Coast and 1900 for all you in Storm Country east of the Mississippi. Isn’t … Continue reading →

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#39 JUST SIGNALED HIS SUCCESS.

Posted on June 1, 2013 by asknod

A gentleman named Darryl just left a note on the Dr. Cecil’ website widget. After seven years, he’s finally prevailed… thank god for hcv-vet/nod/dr. cecil/dr. ahmed after seven years I won my hcv case, it would never have happen without … Continue reading →

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50 YEARS AGO

Posted on May 31, 2013 by asknod

Fifty years ago or thereabouts, a lot who read these words were asked what they could do for their country rather than the obverse. I now wish to restate that. I think everyone misheard it and disremember it.

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VA FAILING TO TREAT HCV VETS

Posted on May 31, 2013 by asknod

Patricia sent me this and it should be required reading for any one of you who served between 1959 and 1989. Hell, even if you got poked with a jetgun up to 1998 when they pulled them, you’re in danger. … Continue reading →

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CAVC– EXTRAORDINARY WRITS DO WORK.

Posted on May 28, 2013 by asknod

In spite of all you have been told by those oh-so-knowledgeable VSOs, you can kick ass and take names at the CAVC with a petition for a Writ of Mandamus. If you’re dirt poor and aren’t getting any respect, you get a bye … Continue reading →

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