Tag Archives: VA Special Monthly Compensation Claims

CAVC– Barry v. Denis the Menace

Posted on February 7, 2022 by asknod

Long have we waited for some guidance on this subject. The quandary was, and still is, simple…and ageless. Reading §3.350(f)(3) or, arguendo, (f)(4), is it open to conjecture as to whether a half-step and/or a whole step increase in SMC … Continue reading →

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SMC BVA HEARING–WHEN THE MUSIC’S OVER, TURN OUT THE LIGHTS

Posted on October 3, 2021 by asknod

When Jim Morrison punched out, it left a hole in my psyche. Ditto Janis and Jimmy. The man’s talent was unmistakable. What a waste. Fortunately, in the short time he was here on earth, he left us with a plethora … Continue reading →

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EXPOSED VET RADIO SHOW–CUE AND SMC

Posted on May 11, 2021 by asknod

I had a good Videoconference Hearing (if such a thing can be had) with Veterans Law Judge Martin Peters last week. Trust me when I say I find no joy in litigating with the village idiots at the local Fort … Continue reading →

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VBA-FORT FUMBLE, Va.–DOWN FOR DOUBLE

Posted on January 11, 2020 by asknod

In my war, we were taught to have a three-to-one advantage in force and air superiority to ensure a win. What we were taught and how to employ it varied greatly when it came time to apply lessons learned. In … Continue reading →

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BVA-TWO AMERICAN KIDS GROWING UP IN THE HEARTLAND

Posted on March 22, 2018 by asknod

Rarely am I given the exalted job of helping a widow on such short notice. In the instant case, Jack and Diane turned out to be Larry and Shirley. They began visiting asknod in search of that which can be … Continue reading →