Forward Observer — Nehmer Decision Comes to Any Vietnam Veteran Exposed to Herbicides

VA to readjudicate past claims for possible herbicide exposure

On 14 May, the VA formally announced that military veterans who were previously denied service connection for an herbicide related presumptive condition due to lack of in-country Vietnam service will have their claims automatically readjudicated by VA.  “Readjudication means VA will review the evidence of record and provide replacement decisions in the cases of those who were previously denied service connection benefits,” said Acting VA Under Secretary for Benefits Thomas Murphy.  The review also applies to eligible survivors of deceased Vietnam-era veterans, an issue of significance nowadays due to past VA delays. (more…)

LVMAC Tidbit: You Are Remembered

Little noted, Gold Star Spouse Day was observed on 5 April 2021, but you are not forgotten: For more information on how to proceed, your best bet is to see an accredited veterans service officer. ### As of 15 April 2021

LVMAC Tidbit: Comp and Pension Exams Resume

All C&P Exam Locations Now Open For those in the process of settling a claim submission, some good news.  Not everything is resolvable via telecommunications, the use of which is reportedly up a thousand percent.  The Veterans Benefits Administration’s operations must have been severely affected, therefore. The VA has partnered Read more…