Author Archives: Thomas Roughneen
What is PTSD and why is it so misunderstood?
THIS INFORMATION SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS LEGAL ADVICE. YOU SHOULD STRONGLY CONSIDER THE BENEFITS OF CONSULTING WITH A TRAINED LEGAL PROFESSIONAL Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a condition that can occur as a result of experiencing or witnessing a traumatic, life-threatening event, such as accidents, the sudden death of a loved one, terrorist… Read More »
Recoupment of bonus payments and tuition as Health Professionals Scholarship Program and Service Academies
THIS INFORMATION SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS LEGAL ADVICE. YOU SHOULD STRONGLY CONSIDER THE BENEFITS OF CONSULTING WITH A TRAINED LEGAL PROFESSIONAL Bonus money and tuition payments for attendance at West Point, United States Military Academy, United States Air Force Academy, the Naval Academy and also for follow on education at graduate schools is… Read More »
Injuries, hazing, medical disability claims and Disability Evaluation System at Service Academies
THIS INFORMATION SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS LEGAL ADVICE. YOU SHOULD STRONGLY CONSIDER THE BENEFITS OF CONSULTING WITH A TRAINED LEGAL PROFESSIONAL Whether Naval Academy, Air Force Academy or United States Military Academy or any or the preparation schools, the branch regulations and instructions and manuals and Department of Defense Instructions (DoDI) still apply? … Read More »
Some facts regarding the Department of Defense DOD Survivor Benefit Program
THIS INFORMATION SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS LEGAL ADVICE. YOU SHOULD STRONGLY CONSIDER THE BENEFITS OF CONSULTING WITH A TRAINED LEGAL PROFESSIONAL Changing or Stopping Your Coverage Survivors Benefit Program has specific rules and electing coverage is mandatory and mistakes may be impossible to repair or correct. Retirement is one such opportunity or an… Read More »
Documents to apply for NJ Veteran Personal Income Tax $3,000 deduction
THIS INFORMATION SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS LEGAL ADVICE. YOU SHOULD STRONGLY CONSIDER THE BENEFITS OF CONSULTING WITH A TRAINED LEGAL PROFESSIONAL File for your Tax Deductions – Will your NJ “Veterans Status” Confirmation of Combat suffice? I don’t know but I tried. http://www.state.nj.us/treasury/taxation/documents/pdf/guides/Veterans-in-New-Jersey.pdf This guide provides New Jersey veterans who have served our country with… Read More »
General facts about Survivor Benefit Program little known benefit for troops
THIS INFORMATION SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS LEGAL ADVICE. YOU SHOULD STRONGLY CONSIDER THE BENEFITS OF CONSULTING WITH A TRAINED LEGAL PROFESSIONAL Here is what DFAS has to say: https://www.dfas.mil/retiredmilitary/provide/sbp.html Survivor Benefit Plan Enrollment in an annuity plan is a decision that requires careful consideration. If you are considering enrolling in an annuity plan,… Read More »
Good Paper and Bad Paper Eligibility for VA benefits with multiple periods of service or enlistments
THIS INFORMATION SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS LEGAL ADVICE. YOU SHOULD STRONGLY CONSIDER THE BENEFITS OF CONSULTING WITH A TRAINED LEGAL PROFESSIONAL This is an exciting bit of information to post as there are many rumors and opinions but few seem to know the answer. If a Veteran had an honorable period of service… Read More »
Disabled American Veterans v. Secretary of Veterans Affairs
THIS INFORMATION SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS LEGAL ADVICE. YOU SHOULD STRONGLY CONSIDER THE BENEFITS OF CONSULTING WITH A TRAINED LEGAL PROFESSIONAL This is an important case for VSO’s and Veterans Appeals’ lawyers. United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS, Petitioner v. SECRETARY OF VETERANS AFFAIRS, Respondent ______________________ 2016-1493… Read More »
Individual Unemployability (TDIU) Cantrell Decision
THIS INFORMATION SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS LEGAL ADVICE. YOU SHOULD STRONGLY CONSIDER THE BENEFITS OF CONSULTING WITH A TRAINED LEGAL PROFESSIONAL Veterans can still receive Individual Unemployability, commonly known as TDIU, even though they are still working. How is that possible? Marginal employment is still an acceptable action by the Veteran as long… Read More »
Coast Guard does not participate in Integrated Disability Evaluation System IDES
The Coast Guard uses the legacy system. You should be aware of this and don’t presume that your case will be handled with the Department of Veterans Affairs jointly.
