By Marcari, Russotto, Spencer & Balaban | Published June 27, 2014 | Posted in Uncategorized, Veterans Benefits, Veterans Claims, Veterans Injuries | Tagged Tags: Camp Lejeune, Statute of Limitations, Statute of Repose, water contamination | Leave a comment
Camp Lejeune Water Contamination: Technical difference between a Statute of Limitations and a Statute of Repose
A recent North Carolina Supreme Court decision dismissed the court cases brought by victims of Camp Lejeune water contamination based upon the technical difference between a statute of limitations and a statute of repose. Technically a “statute of REPOSE” is not the same as a statute of limitation. A statute of limitation generally runs from Read More
Read MoreCongress Moves to Address VA Hospital Problems
After a self-conducted U.S. Veterans Affairs audit revealed unequivocal evidence of departmental ineptitude, Congress is moving quickly to address the issue of veterans’ long wait times at VA clinics and hospitals across the country. On June 10, the U.S. House of Representatives unanimously passed legislation designed to make it easier for new patients dealing with Read More
Read MoreThe Disturbing Results of the VA Medical Facilities Audit
In the past couple of weeks we continuously hear about the Veterans Administration (VA) Medical Facilities Audit. The audit was conducted in two phases between May 12 and June 3. In all, it examined 731 facilities — including VA medical centers and large community-based outpatient clinics — and interviewed 3,772 staff members. The audit’s results Read More
Read MoreFailure of the Department of Veteran’s Affairs to Carry Out its Mission: The Causes and Possible Solutions.
By Adam Russotto, 18 year high school senior and son of attorney David Russotto. “If an 18 year old can figure this out than how come our Congress can’t seem to find a way to finally fix the VA’s problems after years of talking about it. As an example, this paper shows that shows that Read More
Read MoreWhile the Vietnam War Ended, Fights for Disability Benefits Live on
Is the Vietnam War old news? Not in terms of disability benefits. When the last marines from the U.S. embassy withdrew from Saigon in 1975, the United States’ presence in Vietnam was over. Unfortunately for many veterans, remnants of the war still live on in the form of disabilities. You can see an example of Read More
Read MoreWhat Job Assistance Help is Available for Veterans?
If you’re a disabled veteran, perhaps you just need help finding a job. The Department of Veterans’ Affairs (VA) has a site called www.vaforvets.va.gov that offers the following: * Career development services for veterans * Coaching and reintegration support * Tools for helping veterans identify their skills and evaluate their strengths * Matches veterans up Read More
Read MoreWhat is the Disability Benefits Process Like for Iraq and Afghanistan War Veterans?
You’d think the battle would end when veterans returned home, but thousands of veterans are involved in a different kind of fight. They have to fight for benefits. Not all of their stories win media attention, but here’s one veteran’s that did. CNN talks about an Iraq and Afghanistan war veteran named Mike Grabski. He Read More
Read MoreWhat is the Equal Access to Justice Act (EAJA) and Why Does It Need Reform for Veterans?
When you’re a veteran with a disability, income is a problem and you may worry about how to pay for an attorney. However, sometimes when lawyers help veterans receive military benefits, the government has to pay their fees. Having the government pay attorney fees lessens your financial burden. When you win a lawsuit against the Read More
Read MoreWhat Does the VA Have to Offer Veterans with Traumatic Brain Injuries?
If you’re a veteran working with a disability benefits lawyer, you can cut through red tape and generally receive benefits much more quickly. A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can be very serious. As a result, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has given it serious attention for more than 20 years. The Defense and Veteran’s Read More
Read MoreWhat are Some Recommended Veterans’ Organizations?
Serving in the military is a personal sacrifice for your country. As a veteran, you deserve to have a level of support and respect that recognizes your needs. Support may be legal representation, guidance with veterans’ benefits, charities, job fairs for career opportunities, political lobbying or other activities. At Military.com, you can find a long Read More
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