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White House hotline
what is the White House hotline? does it work? any tips for using it?
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How to get from SMC L to R2 in six months
As promised, I attach a big winner. I've never found so many CUEs under one rock. Kev's DRO reviewer called him up to tell him he knew more about SMC than she did. My name never came up fortunately. Redacted DRO for R2 for Kevin.pdf
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ptsd From S to R2?
I was most recently diagnosed with a seizure disorder and was referred to University of Pittsburgh for a case study along with the Mayo Clinic. Here is his letter Attention Mayo Clinic/University of Pittsburg concussion Center ; As noted in Mr. Frei’s history, he underwent severe trauma while active duty military. He has since been retired from the military with posttraumatic stress disorder and traumatic brain injury which is not fully been compensated yet. Traumatic brain injury is definitely a component. I have been his primary care physician for approximately the last year as he has started with the VA in Wilmington, Delaware. A…
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hearing loss Do I have a chance at R1 or R2?
I received my approval for 100% T&P back in May 2014. Like many Veterans, I perceived the 100% rating as the end of the line. Although I thoroughly researched the 38 CFR, I neglected to consider filing a NOD, review the SMC and other benefits. I just assumed that 100%was the highest level of compensation available. My question is this, Do I qualify for the SMC R? At present I am receiving SMC (K-1) on account of loss of use of a creative organ. Additionally, my cervical spine condition has worsened. Presently suffering from loss of feeling and strength in my right arm and constant lower back pain. Receiving weekly treatment from a Spine treatment specialis…
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R2 in Manila
Brother Kevin in Manila writes me this afternoon to tell me the letter I wrote arguing his entitlement to R2 clinched the deal for him. He got the skinny end on the Earlier Effective Date (EED) at 3/29/16 but that's a battle for another day. He is now entitled to $8,318.95 a month. I feel good about this one. It took almost 14 months and about 4 C&Ps. It reminds me of my wife in 1987 making them kill four rabbits to confirm she was pregnant beyond the shadow of a doubt.
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