[Ramp]

I selected The higher level review lane with a informal conference April 5. I checked Ebenefits yesterday and it says status: Pending Decision Approval. I'm happy that they are working on my Appeal but I'm confused how there has been a decision made and neither me or my lawyer received a call from The DRO. Has anyone else experienced this situation.. I'm not sure what to think.

[Opted Into RAMP]

On 5/2/2018 at 2:16 PM, AndrewC said:

Updated.  At 45 days informal conference was scheduled.

Hi, is there any update as of yet? How did the informal conference go?

[ramp question]

8 minutes ago, broncovet said:

It means what it says.  If you have new evidence, you should use the "other" level of review for ramp.  

Yes, many VSO's (and attorney's) are advising clients "not" to opt in to RAMP.  I think this is a dis service to VEt, and bad advice.  

Here is why:

It boils down to "self interests".  VSO's want to keep their job, and if Vets can get their appeals done in a few weeks, then they dont need a VSO any more.  Its job security.   Ditto for attorneys.  Dont ask a Ford dealer if you should buy a Kia if you want an honest answer.  

 

Instead, opt in to ramp and select the level best for you.  Obviously, if you have new evidence, dont select the one you mentioned.  

So I selected HLR my original claim was filed in Houston..I had a DRO hearing back in 2015 but she denied me again. Now that I'm in. Ramp does it stay in Houston? If so will it stay with the same Dro. Any information would be appreciated.

 

 

 

 

 

[2018, Got my Docket #]

Hi oceanbound,

 

I also hired Gloverluck let me know how it goes and I will do the same.

 

Good luck!

[Ms]

11 hours ago, paulcolrain said:

simple answer is yes. any hardship if shown with proof and continues to be same will follow your claim.

Thank you for your response

[Ms]

2 hours ago, broncovet said:

This sounds like you have already been to the BVA at least once.  An "advance on the docket" is awarded in cases of financial hardship, but not so much any more.  You see, pretty much every Vet applying for benefits needs money.  

Nowadays, you have to demonstrate that you are homeless, terminally ill, or over age 85, and they "assume" you dont have much time left.  

I agree with Paul Colorain.  However, just because you were awarded an "advance on the docket" 10 years ago, does not quite guarantee you will likewise get an advance on a new bva appeal.  

According to VA "all" RAMP participants are priotized at the BVA.  I dont think you will be priortized over other RAMP participants.  Ramp decisions are getting out in 2 to 4 months.  There is much pressure on VA to do so..this was an act of congress, because congress critters were upset about Vets waiting sometimes decades or more for their appeals.  

I filed my original claim Feb 1 2013 each time I was denied I filed my Nod's within 2 weeks of receiving the denials. My appeals has been closed twice in error by the va. Basically I have not been to the bva nor has my claimed been certified. However knowing that it will be between 2 or 4 months gives me hope. Thank you I appreciate your response it feels good to know I'm not alone in this process.

[Ms]

Hello 

 

I'm new to the forum wanted to know if you were previously approved for a financial hardship in the Legacy appeals process and you opt in for the Ramp appeals would the financial hardship apply? Any information would be helpful!

Thanks