SSD and Claim
Hi, Been a while but have been reading. I am rated and have a claim currently open. 2017 was a major change for me, I went from 20% in physical disabilities (lower spine L5-S1, L1-L4, radiculopahy...
View ArticleDo you have Life Insurance
If so, please tell the spouse to hold some of the proceeds back when you die- in case he/she needs a strong IMO for a DIC claim. One other thought too-when someone dies the coroner or hospital usually...
View ArticleRectoactive pay for 10 year claim denied in 2008 approved in 2018
Good Evening I submitted a claim for PTSD ON 2008 and was denied. I don’t remember being seen by a mental health provider to validate my PTSD back then. I filed again in 2016 and I was approved....
View Article10 year time limit to non reviewability
I understand that a determination becomes unreviewable after 10 years or when the veteran turns 65. Is the 10 years dated from the date of the decision or from the date of filing ?
View ArticleThe Power Of 38 Cfr 4.6
I mention here ,from time to time, the power of 38 CFR 4.6. I am putting this in the main forum because I think VA makes more CUEs regarding this regulation, then we know.One of the first things vet...
View ArticleDBQ uploaded can anyone advise me??????
My visit was no longer than 10 minutes max. After reviewing the notes i noticed he left a few things out. Is this DBQ in my favor what or any percentage will I receive? C&P.pdf
View ArticleBVA APEAL THAT HAS BEEN REMANDED
My Husband was stationed @ Ma Cord Air Base , Tacoma Washington 1066--1970 he was exposed to JP-4 Fuel, Paint Strippers, Paint Thinners, De greasers , while he was stationed there And he has been...
View ArticleFILING FOR PTSD
In 1972 the USAF let me enlist as a troubled teen kicked out of school as a troubled student and no diploma or GED.The recruiter told me as long as i got GED after basic i could enlist..When i got to...
View ArticleRequesting C-File, Is It Form 3288?
now that i have no claims pending at current time, i want to request my complete c-file.i've heard to use form 3288 or 21-4138. i want to use the correct onewhich is the correct one to use and for...
View ArticleBest cities in the world to live for disabled veterans and their dependents
What are some of the best states in the United States, and also best countries and cities in the world to live for disabled veterans and their dependents? Va Benefits Cost of living Safe for family...
View ArticleTammy Duckworth gives birth
The "old timers" know Tammy Duckworth. She is a 100 percent disabled Vet, who lost both legs in the Iraq war. She was also employed by the VA...as an undersecretary. (This is a top position at VA,...
View ArticleHome Oxygen rating
I have a 30% rating for asbestosis, 4 years ago. Now breathing much worse VA walking breathing test indicated 89% Can not walk farther than 100 feet with out breathing difficulitys. Does home oxygen...
View ArticleNew Fed Cicuit court ruling
How does this new ruling from the fed circuit court effect claims denied because pain was ignored or dismisssed?
View ArticleIncarcerated Veteran Dependent Apportionment
Hello, I was hoping someone might have any knowledge on this type of situation. I filed an apportionment claim for my daughter in late June 2017. In September 2017 I was told(through email) that a...
View ArticleIU 100% P&T and Poverty Threshold and Dependents
Hi All, I'm currently 70% SC'd and on 100% IU P&T. I've read that you can earn up to the poverty level as that would be considered "marginal employment." My question is: Does the VA look at the...
View ArticleVeteran Property Tax Exemption by State and Disability Rating
All Veteran Property Tax Exemptions By State and Disability Rating Regardless of whether or not you use a VA loan, almost every state offers property tax exemptions for qualifying veteran homeowners –...
View ArticleWhat to do next?
Sorry for the long post! Seems like we all have a story that we want heard! I tried to be brief but it’s hard when you have so many things at once! I just received on Saturday that I have a proposal...
View ArticleVA Petition
Don't know if this is the right area to put this. I have started a petition to have the VA address the "VA Math" that they use in figuring compensation..It seems really unfair and would like some help...
View Articleplease slow ads!
ive used this site for many years and you all have championed the cause for VETS. i applaud you and your service to vets...... as a returning user i see that your site is inundated with ads. your site...
View ArticleClaim was deleted - Was C-File deleted?
Hello, So a while back, the VA sat down to decide my claim, but the DAV rep who signed my claim was apparently no longer certified or something, so the VA erased my claim. As in, I checked E-Benefits...
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