Even veterans who underwent excruciating chemical testing cannot recover retroactive compensation, the court ruled.
siding against disabled veterans who seek compensation for disabilities related to their service. Justice Amy Coney Barrett’s opinion for the court denied these veterans the ability to obtain benefits retroactively if they filed a late claim—even if the delay occurredtheir disability, or some other factor beyond their control.
Because of his incapacitation, Arellano did not understand that he qualified for disability compensation. His brother did not find out until 2011, at which point he filed a claim on Arellano’s behalf, asking for retroactive benefits for the previous 30 years. The Department of Veterans Affairs granted compensation moving forward, but denied compensation for the past three decades.
France Dernières Nouvelles, France Actualités
Similar News:Vous pouvez également lire des articles d'actualité similaires à celui-ci que nous avons collectés auprès d'autres sources d'information.
For first-term Georgia prosecutor Fani Willis, a historic decision looms in Trump election investigationFulton County District Attorney Fani Willis, who is expected to appear in court Tuesday for the hearing before Fulton County Superior Court Judge Robert McBurney, has remained tight-lipped on potential actions her office will take.
Lire la suite »
Supreme Court issues first opinion of the term, rules against Navy veteran on disability benefitsThe Supreme Court issued Monday its first opinion of the current term, ruling unanimously against a Navy veteran who was seeking roughly three decades of retroactive disability benefits.
Lire la suite »
Bring Home First Place with First 4 Figures New Mario Kart StatueLet’s a go! It is time to hit Rainbow Road, throw bananas, and take home first with First 4 Figures incredible and detailed Mario Kart statue
Lire la suite »
Texas: The Issue Is - Discussion about Gov. Greg Abbott's priorities going into his 3rd termWe know Texas has a record surplus and a lot of the focus has been on property tax relief, but in his inaugural address, Gov. Greg Abbott gave a preview of what other priorities he has for this legislative session.
Lire la suite »
Vauxhall Astra 2023 long-term test | AutocarThere's a new long-term test car in town, and it's a plug-in hybrid Vauxhall Astra! Read StvCr's first thoughts on the recently revamped hatchback
Lire la suite »