VA Ratings

[Prettypantha]

Have anyone had the opportunity to read this article?

 

https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=http://taskandpurpose.com/vets-may-now-able-get-higher-disability-ratings-service-connected-injuries/amp/&ved=0ahUKEwjq56ubq43XAhXG7SYKHUhZBNsQyM8BCFMwBA&usg=AOvVaw1NIdKDnBGB2gJ7Q0CmKw3I&ampcf=1

[broncovet]

Yes, on your urging I read it.  

Sure, it sounds good, and I say, "Go for it" if it applies to you.  

But dont expect your RO to "run out" and enact and enforce this new case.  It takes years for this to trickle down to the VARO, if it ever does.  

I dont think VARO's are enacting Bradley vs Peake, yet...however, I did read an M21 the other day which referenced Bradley.  

There is an "old school of denial culture" at VARO's and its very resistant to change, at least until these people retire.  Its Deny if you can, delay is just as good, and only award if you must.  

 

You will likely have to get your case to the CAVC before it gets implemented, tho there are exceptions to that, if the VA thinks they are "high profile" and "congress is watching".  They want congress cooperation, because they always want more money from congress.  

Edited October 26, 2017 by broncovet
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