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Physical Disability Board of Review

Military.com | Mar 18, 2011

More than 50 percent of the cases reviewed by PDBR have resulted in upgraded disability determinations, which means these veterans have had their medical separation changed to a disability retirement.

Streamlined Citizenship for Servicemembers and Veterans

Military.com | May 01, 2008

If you are a member (or veteran) of the U.S. Armed Forces and are interested in becoming a U.S. citizen, you may be eligible to apply for citizenship under special provisions provided for in the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA).

Military Political Activity Restrictions

Military.com | Feb 25, 2008

As the election year kicks off, it is important that military servicemembers and civilian employees of the DoD know the policies that limit political activities and the use of DOD facilities for political events.

SCRA Interest Rate Limits

Military.com | Aug 15, 2006

One of the most significant provisions under the Servicemember's Civil Relief Act (SCRA) limits the amount of interest that may be collected on debts of persons in military service to 6 percent per year during the period of military service.

SCRA Rental and Eviction Protection

Military.com | Aug 15, 2006

Another key provision under the new Servicemember's Civil Relief Act (SCRA) protects your dependents from being evicted while you are serving your country.

SCRA Taxation Protections

Military.com | Aug 15, 2006

The new Servicemember's Civil Relief Act (SCRA), formerly the Soldiers and Sailors Relief Act, prevents servicemembers from a form of double taxation that can occur when they have a spouse who works and is taxed in a state other than the state in which they maintain their permanent legal residence.

The Appeals Process: Step 1

Military.com | Aug 01, 2006

The first step in the appeal process is for a claimant to file a written appeal with the local VA regional office or medical center that made the decision. This is not a special form, it is simply your written statement that (1) you disgree with your local VA office's claim determination, and (2) you want to appeal it.

The Appeals Process: Step 2

Military.com | Aug 01, 2006

After receiving the appeal, the VA will mail the claimant a Statement of the Case describing what facts, laws and regulations were used in deciding the case. A VA Form 9 (Appeal to the Board of Veterans Appeals) will be included with the Statement of the Case.

The Appeals Process: Step 3

Military.com | Aug 01, 2006

You can represent yourself in your appeal if you wish, but most people who appeal obtain representation. You can choose to be represented by a Veteran's Service Organization (VSO) or your state's veterans department. Most VSOs have trained personnel who specialize in providing help with claims and appeals.

The Appeals Process: Step 4

Military.com | Aug 01, 2006

Once you have filed your appeal with your local VA office, it will be forwarded to the Board of Veterans Appeals (BVA). Your VA office will send you a letter when they receive your claims folder.

The Appeals Process: Step 5

Military.com | Aug 01, 2006

If you wish, you can also have a personal hearing. A personal hearing is a meeting between you (and your legal representative, if you have one) and a VA official who will decide your case.

The Appeals Process: Step 6

Military.com | Aug 01, 2006

The Board will notify you when it receives your appeal from the local VA office. When the docket number for your appeal is reached, your file will be examined by a Board member and a staff attorney who will check it for completeness, and review all the evidence, your arguments, personal hearing transcripts (if any), the statement of your representative (if you have one) and any other information.

The Appeals Process: Step 7

Military.com | Aug 01, 2006

If you disagree with the Board's final ruling, you can appeal to the U.S. Court of Veterans Appeals for Veterans Claims. Normally, you must file a Notice of Appeal with the Court within 120 days from the date the Board's decision is mailed to you.

The Appeals Process Checklist

Military.com | Aug 01, 2006

Are you submitting a VA appeal but are not sure what to do? Following the appeals process checklist below will help and guide you through the process.

The Appeals Process FAQs

Military.com | Aug 01, 2006

Do you have questions about the VA Appeals process? Below are some frequently asked questions which may help you better understand commonly used terms and the overall process.

The Appeals Process Glossary

Military.com | Aug 01, 2006

Are you submitting a VA appeal and want to have a better understanding of the terms used throughout the process? This glossary contains many of the terms commonly used in the appeal process and provides a general definition for each.

The Appeals Process Overview

Military.com | Aug 01, 2006

Was your recent VA disability compensation award simply not enough? Have you been denied VA education, pensions, or health care benefits.

The Board of Veterans Appeals

Military.com | Aug 01, 2006

Was your recent VA disability compensation award simply not enough? Have you been denied VA education, pensions, or health care benefits? Fortunately, you do have recourse through the VA Appeals process.

U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims

Military.com | Aug 01, 2006

Have you been denied VA education, pensions, or health care benefits? Fortunately, you do have recourse through the VA Appeals process. Find out how a VA claim can be appealed and how the process works.

Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve

Military.com | Jul 28, 2006

The National Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) is a DoD agency that promotes promote public and private understanding of the National Guard and Reserve in order to gain employer and community support.

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