Tag Archives: VA claims

BVA- DEATH BY REMAND

Posted on May 28, 2013 by asknod

JUSTICE DELAYED IS NOT ALWAYS JUSTICE DENIED (JUST MOST OF THE TIME) I like this one. Not because the Vet died. That I wouldn’t wish on anyone. I like this because it illustrates how being patient with the VA and … Continue reading →

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THE ELITE 7% CLUB

Posted on May 25, 2013 by asknod

Every year on this auspicious holiday for our fallen, I hear the lament of how commercialized it has become. Lost in the shuffle of countless sales events nationwide, is the concept of serving one’s country. Memorial Day is confused with … Continue reading →

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Kudos for the New Jersey Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial Foundation

Posted on May 24, 2013 by Laura

As another Memorial Day approaches, I am glad to see that this group is again including deceased Vietnam Veterans who died as a result of the war from AO, HCV and other physical and emotional wounds.  (Last year’s post..) If … Continue reading →

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HORSETRADING AT THE DRO CORRAL

Posted on May 23, 2013 by asknod

No sooner following its incestuous birth and surreptitious  inauguration,  the brand new (for those of you in St. Petersburg) VA Form 21-0958 NOD (Notice Of Disagreement) is generating friction with attorneys for Veterans. And well it should. Nicknamed the Notice Of Desire … Continue reading →

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VA FORM 21-0958 VARO INSTRUCTIONS FOR DROs

Posted on May 22, 2013 by asknod

LawBob Squarepants sends us this tasty morsel. How to… for DROs. Funny also is that on my search engines the other day someone googled LawBob Squarepants. Hell, the man is getting famous. Appeals

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THE ARMY HAS YOUR SIX, BUBBA

Posted on May 21, 2013 by asknod

Member Jennifer sends me this. It disgusts me to see our troops being screwed just like the wind down of Vietnam. Same exact scenario. No deposit, no return. Don’t let the door hit your ass on the way out. And … Continue reading →

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BVA–THE CURIOUS CASE OF COSTELLO HAYSLETT

Posted on May 21, 2013 by asknod

Remember the quintessential Sound Of Music and Julie Andrews et al? Specifically, think of the musical scale song (Doe- a deer, a female deer etc.). Compare that to the trials and tribulations we encounter going up and down the ladder … Continue reading →

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Update: Big HCV trouble for dental patients in Tulsa

Posted on May 21, 2013 by Laura

Becoming infected with blood-borne pathogens like HIV from medical procedures is extremely rare says the CDC: “Although HIV transmission is possible in health care settings, it is extremely rare. Careful practice of infection control, including universal precautions (i.e., using protective practices … Continue reading →

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20 DAYS TO HUGFEST IN INDIANA

Posted on May 20, 2013 by asknod

Does anyone know this gal? She was spotted in Tennessee.

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BVA–HCV FROM TATTOOS? NEVER HEARD OF IT

Posted on May 20, 2013 by asknod

I have heard innumerable Vets who were told by their VSOs that VA will take care of the nexus. Most don’t even say that much if you don’t ask. Nowhere is it written that you would be advised to do … Continue reading →

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