Monthly Archives: January 2018
Stunning New CAVC Decision Will Help Us to Argue for Higher Ratings in your PTSD Case
On January 5, 2018, the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims issued a stunning decision in Emerson v. Shulkin (No.16-4086) stating that the VA must engage in holistic analysis…
Guide to Major Changes Starting in 2018 to Expedite VA Appeals
va_ramp_report.pdf File Size: 2877 kb File Type: pdf Download File Starting this year, the VA will be unveiling its new RAMP system for more rapid processing of both legacy and appeals filed under its new process. By February of 2019, all requests for review of VA rating decisions will be processed under a new, multi-lane […]
Focus on Symptoms, Not Just Diagnoses
When the MEB process begins in your case, you will often be asked what conditions impact your ability to perform your assigned duties. When answering this question and developing your case, think about your symptoms as well as your primary diagnoses. For example, many people come to me with a clinical diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis […]