Fyi - Statements In Support Of Claim By Others

[Philip Rogers]

I just want to point out that any letters/statements from spouses, family members, former service buddies, etc., made in support of your claim, should either be made on the VA's "Statement in Support of Claim" form or be in an affidavit form, meaning that it is a sworn statement. Adding a phrase that "this is a sworn statement, made of my own free will, and is sworn to under the penalties of purjury" at the end of the statement that is signed and dated will insure the statement has to be considered, as evidence, in your claim.

They recently denied a supporting statement, by my ex, because "The statement is not sworn, and cannot be used to support a grant of benefits."

Just a little advice, in hopes of preventing any further delays, in your claims processing.

Could someone please post the official "Statement in Support of Claim" number, for me.

pr

[carlie]

Could someone please post the official "Statement in Support of Claim" number, for me.

pr

Here you go sweetie.

http://www.vba.va.gov/pubs/forms/VBA-21-4138-ARE.pdf

[Philip Rogers]

Thanks, Carlie!!! And it can even be filled out online - sweet!!!

pr

Here you go sweetie.

http://www.vba.va.gov/pubs/forms/VBA-21-4138-ARE.pdf

[carlie]

Thanks, Carlie!!! And it can even be filled out online - sweet!!!

pr

pr,

Only the best links for you sweetie :-)

[Hoppy]

These statements can be very important. Especially if the treating doctors and any C&P are not explicit as to how your symptoms effect you. A veteran I was helping received an award of 50%. The decision had a statement specifically stating that he should submit statements from any witness who is familiar with how the symptoms affect him. The decison letter specifically informed the veteran that the statement must include the true to the best of knowledge and belief statement signed by the witness. I wrote a detailed letter that covered three years that I have known the veteran and how his symptoms affected him. He went from 50% to 70% without any additional medical examinations. The decision cited my statement as competent lay evidence indicating that the veteran’s condition had worsened. He also was awarded TDIU P&T.

I read a Social Security attorneys website which stated that The SSA relies heavily on witness statements.

[WAC-Vet75]

I just want to point out that any letters/statements from spouses, family members, former service buddies, etc., made in support of your claim, should either be made on the VA's "Statement in Support of Claim" form or be in an affidavit form, meaning that it is a sworn statement. Adding a phrase that "this is a sworn statement, made of my own free will, and is sworn to under the penalties of purjury" at the end of the statement that is signed and dated will insure the statement has to be considered, as evidence, in your claim.

They recently denied a supporting statement, by my ex, because "The statement is not sworn, and cannot be used to support a grant of benefits."

Just a little advice, in hopes of preventing any further delays, in your claims processing.

Could someone please post the official "Statement in Support of Claim" number, for me.

pr

Wow, this is the first time I've heard of such a thing! This is awesome that you shared this with everyone, and I have a feeling it just may save quite a few others from experiencing such a denial of supporting statement!

[papabravo61]

This is very good info.. vets please use this form .. one of the most Important and First hand People that need to be heard is a person that is close to a vet like the number one Best Friend.., The LOVING SPOUSE of the vet... then the Best Buds.. ( how ever you want to take that..) lol.. so make sure to use SSOC.. LHV