VA’s Duty to Assist Can Make or Break Your Claim: VA Errors Explained

[@lovelove-er9lq]

Great needed information. Very helpful information.Thanks for the information

[@ravynrb]

Can you please offer CFR or other regulatory guidance that supports the below statement made in the video? “VA’s duty to assist means it must consider all diagnostic codes that could apply and use the codes that result in the most benefits. VA must also must identify any “inferred” claims that the evidence supports but you left out. In other words, if the VA can see from your evidence that you would be able to win a claim that you did not make, they must identify and grant an award for it anyway”.

[@victorortiz460]

Thanks

[@alexdinero8284]

What do you mean by the adverb "substantially?" Doesn't duty to assist extend logically to VA representating the veteran against the real "adversary" the DOD Secretary at the time of the service connected event? With a burden of proof for such things "presumption of soundness" and denial of service connection (all those sick call doctors could decide at a sick call visit yes/no to service connection and should be kept available as "substantial" witness for the veteran-claimant.)

[@brianseverance6490]

I had a CandP exam for hearing loss and tonightis and now va sent me a letter that they are doing an ACE exam, what's up with that?I had hearing loss when I got out of the army in 1979.

[@gr82bloved43]

I want to trust that you'll assist with my case, but I'm apprehensive because there are many reviews that aren't favorable. This concerns me and some fellow veterans a great deal. What solace can you give us to move forward with you?

[@CCK_Law]

Thank you for expressing your concerns, we understand why you’d want to ensure you’re making the right choice. At Chisholm Chisholm & Kilpatrick, our commitment is to help veterans and their families navigate the complexities of VA disability claims and appeals, and we take that responsibility very seriously. We have represented over 12,500 veterans and their families before the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims, and our firm has been involved in numerous precedential decisions that have positively impacted veterans across the country. Our team is made up of experienced attorneys and advocates who focus exclusively on veterans’ law, and we use our deep knowledge of the system to fight for the benefits you’ve earned. We understand that the VA system can be incredibly challenging and frustrating, which is why we are dedicated to guiding our clients through the entire process with transparency, communication, and dedication. While no firm can guarantee specific outcomes, we can promise that we will work tirelessly on your behalf, using every tool and resource available to us. We value the trust that veterans place in us, and our track record of successful appeals speaks to our dedication. Thank you for considering CCK. We’re here to support you every step of the way.

[@gr82bloved43]

@@CCK_Law Thank you for a thorough response !

[@terrancericks9273]

I just received a duty to assist error m the VA and I called you guys and you denied handling my case, and the VA just made a decision on said case nchanged the effective date on it. Where can I access the VA's rules, laws, policy , and codes to become more verse on yhis subject?

[@terrancericks9273]

They changed the effective date from Nov 30, 2010 to June of 2023 can they do that??????

[@terrancericks9273]

Especially if my claim was originally filed within one year of me leaving the service??

[@coribanks4847]

When you say they should grant a claim that I did not claim but evidence supports. Would that mean if I claim headaches as a primary instead is secondary, should they automatically grant headaches as a secondary if applicable? (If it’s denied as a primary)

[@ralphjessee2688]

Good question- I wonder if they will answer or just leave you hanging?

[@ralphchamp7533]

I have a problem with the VA. I'm diagnosed with Menieres Disease and put a claim in. It's been over 6 years. My case has been in the decision phase since January 2024. My problem is my VA doctor. I saw her last October and she asked me how many attacks I had during a specific time period. I told her let me look in my phone because I document each attack on my calendar. Her reply was so you don't know . A couple of years ago I told her I have 6-10 attacks per month. She put in my record that I said 6-10 per day. She's playing games like the rest of the VA doctors. What can I do.

[@ralphjessee2688]

What can you do to overcome the issues with V.A. medical?

[@ralphchamp7533]

@@ralphjessee2688 I have no idea

[@derekcasanares4785]

Interesting

[@wmschriver]

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