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Old Exposed Vet/HadIt.com Podcast
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Travis Studdard will be our guest speaker. Travis is an attorney with Perkins-Studdaed LLC. Travis is accredited by the Department of Veterans Affairs to represent veterans in veterans benefit claims and represents veterans at the Regional Office, the Board of Veterans Appeals, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims. The call in number is 347 237 4819 To listen: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/haditcom/2017/12/01/hadit-podcast-special-with-guest-travis-studdard-with-perkins-studdard
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Our Annual Thanksgiving episode. This is an open mike show so anyone can call in and ask any question they want. Join us. The call in number is 347 237 4819 To Listen: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/haditcom/2017/11/23/hadit-podcast-thanksgiving-special
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Hadit.com'sm own Berta Simmons will be our guest speaker. Berta is a widow and was married to Rod Simmons. Berta had to go to court over Rods death. Berta has been a strong vets advocate for years. She is one amazing Lady. She will discuss something that is very uncomfortable for veterans to cope with but it must be done. What spouses have to do when a veteran passes away? What forms are needed, and when to prepare. Join Jerrel Cook, Berta and Myself as we bring you this episode dedicated to our deceased veterans. To call in, dial 347 237 4819. To listen: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/haditcom/2017/11/17/hadit-podcast-special-show-end-of-life-show
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If you have ever considered Bariatrc Surgery, This show is for you. We will discuss the types of surgery, The preparation it takes and the dedication it talks to make to work. We will also discuss the side effects and what happens when something goes wrong, You dont want to miss this as It almost Killed Basser. Call into the show and share your story. The number is 347 237 4819. To listen: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/haditcom/2017/10/05/haditcom-presents-the-basser-hour-special We Look forward to you joining us. Basser
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The amazing Berta Simmons will be joining us for this show. We will be discussing the just signed VA Accountability act and other important issues effecting veterans today. Berta has been the heart and soul of Hadit.com for many many years. She is the most knowledgeable person I have ever met when it comes to the VA and I have been doing this stuff for a very long time. So pull up a chair and tune in for this one. If you want to call in and speak to Berta, the number is 347 237 4819. To listen: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/haditcom/2017/06/29/hadit-podcast-special-show-with-guest-berta-simmons
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Everyone needs to hear this show. IU vets and vets under 62 receiving SSDI. Your benefits are at risk. http://www.blogtalkradio.com/haditcom/2017/06/01/hadit-podcast-thursday-june-1-at-700-pm-edt-va-budget-and-iu-show I believe it was stated that you don't have to report income if you don't get a W-2 I'm not sure that is correct some folks get paid with a 1099 and that has to be reported also. I imagine the VA, like the IRS requires you to report all income even if you don't have a paper trail. I have a tiny amount of income that is not reported to IRS but I report because that is what my accountant told me is the legal thing to do. Clarification: …
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James Cripps was the very first Agent Orange Veteran awarded based on his exposure inside the Continental United States We will discuss his organization called the United States Veterans Alliance. Join us for this Show as James is a very knowledgeable speaker and always brings his best. The call in number is 347 237 4819. To listen: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/haditcom/2017/03/23/hadit-radio-podcast-special-guest-james-cripps
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Asknod (Alex Graham) will be our guest speaker. His candor and ability to express his VA views are unmatched. Join us. To listen click this link. http://www.blogtalkradio.com/haditcom/2017/01/27/haditcom-blog-talk-radio-show-with-jerrel-john-and-alex Basser
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We welcome the one and only Dr Bridget Cantrell. Dr Cantrell is a PTSD Guru. Her knowledge of PTSD is remarkable. Here is am Link to her website. http://www.bridgetcantrell.com/about/ The Show starts at 7:00 pm eastern;. http://www.blogtalkradio.com/haditcom/2016/12/10/haditcom-radio-show-december-09-2016-at-700-pm-est-guest-dr-bridget-cantrell
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We will be discussing Hadit.com's 20th anniversary and what it is like for Tbird, who has built this amazing web site and turned it into what it is today. To Listen, Hit this link: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/haditcom/2016/11/23/haditcom-blog-talk-radio-shows-basser-hour-with-guest-speaker-tbird Join us. JBasser
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Join Jerrel, Asknod and myself as we discuss VA issues. We will discuss a Scare from last week and give some tips to Navigate anywhere within the VA. http://www.blogtalkradio.com/haditcom/2016/05/12/haditcom-blog-talk-veterans-radio-show-with-jerrel-john-and-asknod
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Introducing Mr. Ray McClure. Ray is a Medical Marvel who has survived a Massive Heart Attack and is now fighting back against the same folks who left him for dead. Join Jerrel, Ray, his wife Nora and yours truly for this uplifting and inspiring episode. The call in number is 347 237 4819. http://www.blogtalkradio.com/haditcom/2016/05/05/haditcom-blog-talk-radio-show-basser-hour-special Basser
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John Rossie will join us and update the issues the Blue Water Navy is facing as they attempt to pry their earned benefits out of the Death Grip hold the VA has on them. http://www.blogtalkradio.com/haditcom/2016/04/28/haditcom-blog-talk-veterans-radio-show-blue-water-navy-update
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Hadit.com Blog Talk Veterans Radio show Wednesday 3/23/16 at 7:00 pm edt. Asknod special.
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What happens in Vegas Stays in Vegas. Alex will tell us all about the training he attended in his quest to become an accredited agent. Join Alex, Jerrel and Basser for this show. http://www.blogtalkradio.com/haditcom/2016/03/23/haditcom-blog-talk-veterans-radio-show-what-happens-in-vegas-stays-in-vegas
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We will be doing a special show with Tbird, Asknod, Jerrel and John discussing the operation of Hadit and the rules. We will be discussing the rules. Join us for this informative show. Jbasser The call in number is 347 237 4819 http://www.blogtalkradio.com/haditcom/2016/03/16/haditcom-veterans-radio-show-getting-to-know-the-rules-of-haditcom
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Defense Bill Passage and Bladder Cancer
rebabevets posted a question in VA Disability Compensation Benefits Claims Research Forum,
I already get compensation for bladder cancer for Camp Lejeune Water issue, now that it is added to Agent Orange does it mean that the VA should pay me the difference between Camp Lejeune and 1992 when I retired from the Marine Corps or do I have to re-apply for it for Agent Orange, or will the VA look at at current cases already receiving bladder cancer compensation. I’m considered 100% Disabled Permanently-
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5,10, 20 Rule
Ddsr posted a question in VA Disability Compensation Benefits Claims Research Forum,
The 5, 10, 20 year rules...
Five Year Rule) If you have had the same rating for five or more years, the VA cannot reduce your rating unless your condition has improved on a sustained basis. All the medical evidence, not just the reexamination report, must support the conclusion that your improvement is more than temporary.
Ten Year Rule) The 10 year rule is after 10 years, the service connection is protected from being dropped.
Twenty Year Rule) If your disability has been continuously rated at or above a certain rating level for 20 or more years, the VA cannot reduce your rating unless it finds the rating was based on fraud. This is a very high standard and it's unlikely the rating would get reduced.
If you are 100% for 20 years (Either 100% schedular or 100% TDIU - Total Disability based on Individual Unemployability or IU), you are automatically Permanent & Total (P&T). And, that after 20 years the total disability (100% or IU) is protected from reduction for the remainder of the person's life. "M-21-1-IX.ii.2.1.j. When a P&T Disability Exists"
At 55, P&T (Permanent & Total) or a few other reasons the VBA will not initiate a review. Here is the graphic below for that. However if the Veteran files a new compensation claim or files for an increase, then it is YOU that initiated to possible review.
NOTE: Until a percentage is in place for 10 years, the service connection can be removed. After that, the service connection is protected.
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Example for 2020 using the same disability rating
1998 - Initially Service Connected @ 10%
RESULT: Service Connection Protected in 2008
RESULT: 10% Protected from reduction in 2018 (20 years)
2020 - Service Connection Increased @ 30%
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Post in New BVA Grants
broncovet posted an answer to a question,
While the BVA has some discretion here, often they "chop up claims". For example, BVA will order SERVICE CONNECTION, and leave it up to the VARO the disability percent and effective date.
I hate that its that way. The board should "render a decision", to include service connection, disability percentage AND effective date, so we dont have to appeal "each" of those issues over then next 15 years on a hamster wheel.
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Finally Won...NOW WHAT?
Ztmiller8 posted a question in Appealing Your Veterans Compensation Disability Claims NOD, DRO, BVA, USCAVC,
Finally heard back that I received my 100% Overall rating and a 100% PTSD rating Following my long appeal process!
My question is this, given the fact that my appeal was on the advanced docket and is an “Expedited” appeal, what happens now and how long(ish) is the process from here on out with retro and so forth? I’ve read a million things but nothing with an expedited appeal status.
Anyone deal with this situation before? My jump is from 50 to 100 over the course of 2 years if that helps some. I only am asking because as happy as I am, I would be much happier to pay some of these bills off!-
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Joey Ross posted an answer to a question,
I told reviewer that I had a bad C&P, and that all I wanted was a fair shake, and she even said, that was what she was all ready viewed for herself. The first C&P don't even reflect my Treatment in the VA PTSD clinic. In my new C&P I was only asked about symptoms, seeing shit, rituals, nightmares, paying bills and about childhood, but didn't ask about details of it. Just about twenty question, and nothing about stressor,
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