Blue Water Vets Legislation Update 2015 Congressman Sean Patrick Maloney (D, NY18) is one of the ardent supporters of the Blue Water Vets Legislation. He is among those pushing for the legislation and he believes that support is gaining momentum in Congress and legislation is coming closer to floor vote. As of November 16, 2015 […]
Who Are The Brown Water Vets? Why does the VA refer to some Vietnam Vets as Brown Water Vets and others as Blue Water Vets? Brief history: The term “brown-water navy” originated in the American Civil War. According to Gary Joiner who wrote “Mr. Lincoln’s Brown Water Navy: The Mississippi Squadron American Crisis” (2007 Rowman […]
It has been 40 years since the end of the Vietnam War, but Blue Water Navy Vets are still fighting for Agent Orange Compensation. Even though most didn’t step foot in Vietnam, some 90,000 Navy vets who served offshore during the Vietnam era may have been exposed to the toxic chemicals and continue to seek […]
What is a “Nehmer Claim”? Who is eligible? This article details the origin of a Nehmer Claim. Also it provides information on who is eligible. “Nehmer” refers to the series of rulings resulting from a 1987 class-action lawsuit. Beverly Nehmer, the Vietnam Veterans of America and nine Vietnam veterans or widows, filed a federal class […]
Today, on Veterans Day, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have served our country. Their sacrifices have shaped our nation and secured our freedom. From the battlefields of yesterday to the challenges of today, veterans continue to inspire us with their courage, resilience, and unwavering commitment to duty. Let us express […]
Navigating the Veterans Benefits Administration Documents This article provides insight to the Veterans Benefits Administration. As a U.S. Veteran, it is important to know your rights! If you are a veteran researching the Veterans Benefits Administration, you may sometimes feel like you are reading a foreign language document! Additionally, there are many acronyms and abbreviations […]
Examining The Impact Of Exposure To Toxic Chemicals On Veterans On September 29, 2015, Congress held an oversight hearing held to examine the impact of exposure to toxic chemicals. Particularly the many veterans exposed to Agent Orange. During the Vietnam War and water contamination at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina. Oversight hearings review or study […]
For years, the Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA) has been a strong voice, urging for more comprehensive research into the generational legacy of toxic exposures affecting all who bravely served in our armed forces. Sadly, we continue to see reports from veterans of more recent conflicts detailing health issues in their children and grandchildren, highlighting […]
Learn what qualifies as new and material evidence for a denied claim. Title 38 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) regulate Pensions, Bonuses, and Veterans’ Relief. Following, these are the current regulations codified by the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Armed Forces Retirement Home as of July 1, 2014. Locate the rules in: […]
What is “Presumed Disability”? This article helps us understand what a Presumed Disability is. The VA requires specific evidence to qualify veterans for Disability Compensation. You must have medical evidence of a current physical or mental disability. Additionally there must be evidence of a relationship between your disability and an injury, disease, or event in […]