Tag Archives: VA claims

125 DAYS WHEN?

Posted on June 4, 2012 by asknod

I am interested in your thoughts on all this. Here is a poll that will illuminate us all in how confident you are in vA’s promises to reach a 125-day schedule. America wants to know, too. Vote Chicago style-again and … Continue reading →

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EAJA–WHAT IS IT?

Posted on June 4, 2012 by joeaveragevet

This answers the questions about EAJA much better than I can: However,  nobody at the VA has ever been able to answer my question:  If Veterans don’t need an attorney, then why doesn’t the VA fire its 600 or so … Continue reading →

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HCV INFO FOR VIETNAM VETS

Posted on May 29, 2012 by asknod

Here’s a great article  from HCV Advocate written by a VHA researcher. It touches on important facts that can be used in a general context to bolster your claim if you are an in-country Vet. Regardless, it’s good info and … Continue reading →

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BVA–SEX, DRUGS AND ROCK ‘N ROLL

Posted on May 25, 2012 by asknod

FROM THE BINFORD TOOLS                                                                    VARO IN DETROIT … Continue reading →

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vA–MAKING VETS MISERABLE FOR TWO CENTURIES.

Posted on May 25, 2012 by asknod

Ah, yes. The vA. This is the unofficial 200 year centennial for this exalted Administration. In it’s earliest incarnation after the War of 1812, pensions were first awarded for long and faithful service as well as being maimed to the … Continue reading →

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Senator to VA: End the epidemic of Fraud

Posted on May 25, 2012 by joeaveragevet

I did not say it first.  Senator Cornyn has echoed what Veterans have been saying  all along:   http://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/article/Texas-Sen-Cornyn-tells-VA-to-end-epidemic-of-3584393.php One could ask:   If the VA thinks its “ok” to steal from the most vulnerable disabled Veterans with mental issues, then what … Continue reading →

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VIETNAM: THE SECRET AGENT (MOVIE)

Posted on May 23, 2012 by asknod

Here’s the link to watch this movie free until June 15th. It won the Special Jury Prize in 1984 at the Sundance Film Festival in Utah. If you were one of us who took third place at the RVN Olympics, … Continue reading →

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BVA–One Decision Per Day

Posted on May 22, 2012 by asknod

We at Asknod, (my feral cat, two dogs, pony and goat) are extremely sensitive to Veterans and their claims. We strive to give you useful information not so much on how to win but on how not to lose. Obviously, … Continue reading →

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When can I expect a decision from the VA? (Mythbusters online)

Posted on May 22, 2012 by joeaveragevet

We already know that politicians’ promises can’t be trusted, so we put this myth to the test:  Do politicians keep their promises to Veterans? On nearly every Veterans website to assist Veterans, probably the most common question is some version … Continue reading →

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DM2–TIPS AND TRICKS FOR 40%

Posted on May 20, 2012 by asknod

This was recently sent to me by Member Bob from mosquitoland up north. vA has an ugly habit of denying that leap from 20% to 40% when you ask for it. In fact, they are downright ornery about raising it. … Continue reading →

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