[Back Pay Retro Check Came May 16, 2008]

Betty

I am so happy for you and your family. I have followed your journey for the past year.

I am glad that you got what was deserved and did not give up.

Just proves "Don't give up, don't EVER give up".

Bill

[Outrageous]

This is nothing short of outrageous.

We all need to forward the story to our elected officials and media outlets.

I'm sending it to mine one of whom is on the Veterans Committee.

All I can say is Bullshit!!!!

Bill

[Bp Medication]

I am taking Hydrocloro 25mg and Metropol 50mg and have not experienced those effects BUT I also take Oxycodone and have a Fentanyl patch 24/7 so I might not realize to dizziness.

Bill

[My Brother's Jounery Has Ended]

Jesse

You and yours are in my thoughts and prayers..

I am sorry for your loss.

Be strong my brother.

Bill

[I Got My Decision Today From Dro And I Won]

GREAT NEWS....I remember that feeling last September. Now take it easy and enjoy!!!!

Bill

[Time Line?]

I applied for an incease in February 2007 and in July my VARO sent me a form for TDIU to fill out and return.

I had a C&P in August and my claim was decided in September and I was awarded both the increase and TDIU P&T.

I cant imagine having claims take years like I read on here daily. I must be lucky as I have had 5 claims since 1992 and have never waited over a year from start to finish.

Bill

[Ar - Arkansas Veterans Benefits]

As for Arkansas. The DAV plates are available if one is 100% SC or TDIU.

I got the form on this when I received my decision from the RO granting IU

Bill

[Called The Va Today]

Thats exactly what I was told about a week beofore I got the approval decision.

Sound good to me :D

Bill

[Took 8 Years But Finally]

A BIG CONGRATS there Sgt!!!!

Now enjoy and take care of those around you.

All my best

Bill

[Berta - Congratulations To You! The Graduate !]

GOOD JOB Berta!!!!

You were an invaluable asset to me as you are to others.

THANK YOU

Bill

[Pension?]

GREAT news and THANK YOU for helping another Vet.

This kind of thing is something that makes me proud to be a Vet. We stick together and help each other.

Bill

[100% Tdiu]

Billy....I just recently got TDIU and I qualified for Insurance and the VA pays the premium.

You should get a letter with all the benefits you will now receive.

Bill

[More Va Problems]

I feel fortunate in that I have never waited over 12 months for a decision and I have had 4 since 1992.

My initial claim was processed within 6 months (1992)

First Increase was 8.5 months (1997)

Another claim for increase 4 months from VARO and BVA was less than 2 years.

My most recent was filed 2/07 and decided in 9/07

Bill

[70%sc To 80%sc Today.]

Congrats

Bill

[Thanks Hadit]

Pete...Good Luck next week bro and as my Dad always told me "Give em hell"!!!!

Bill

[Thanks Hadit]

Welcome Christopher-

This is a great community. This board gave me the guidance to fight and WIN my claims and I was granted TDIU effective 1 Mar 2007.

This is an invaluable resource for any Vet so spread the word!!!!

Keep fighting brother.

Bill

[Retro Pay 60 Days In The Bank!]

Congrat Cowgirl!!!!

Now enjoy yourself and relax awhile!!! :)

Bill

[Demand An Explanation!]

GREAT post Jmack

This is why I really like our little Hadit community!!!

Bill

[Disabilty Percentage, Time, And Regional Office]

Little Rock RO

Filed for increase and new condition....02/07

C&P.....08/07

Decision granting 70% for new condition and 100% TDIU.....09/07

I can't complain.

Bill

[How Long To Process Depression Claim]

John

Yes. I had a solid case and the C&P examiners tied everything together pretty good.

I guess I am fortunate in dealing with the Little Rock office. I have had 5 claims total since 1991 and I have never waited longer than 10 mos for a decision. I have only had to NOD one of those as 4 of the 5 were what my records reflected.

Bill

[How Long To Process Depression Claim]

I had my most recent C&P on 8/14/07 and I received the award last week and it was a fair rating to include TDIU.

Alot depends on the RO that you are working with but I have never had any long delays with the Little Rock AR office.

Good Luck B)

Bill

[Orthopedic Surgeon From Va Called Me Today]

You might also consider applying for TDIU due to the pain meds and I would assume you are in a "haze" most of the time.

I take Fentanyl and Oxycodone daily and I know I sure am "hazy" and drowsy all the time.

Bill

[Total And Permanent]

Congrats!!!! I got the same letter last week and I know it feels great.

My letter also stated 'No future exams will be scheduled" and I would think yours would say the same.

Bill

[Advice On Forms, Please]

I am just the opposite. VA just gave me an 80% combined rating and 100% TDIU, but SS has turned me down twice???

I give up trying to understand the system and refuse to jump thru hoops for SS any longer.

Bill

[Curios ?]

80% Combined

100% TDIU P&T

Awarded Sep 2007

Applied Feb 2007

Bill