VA Improves Services - But Veterans Still Wait to Hear About Disability Benefits
The Veterans Administration recently took two steps toward improving wait times for veterans applying for disability. Robert Wilkie, who has served as the VA's acting secretary since March, was appointed to lead the Department of Veterans Affairs; and the agency signed with Cerner for an electronic records system that will modernize the VA's health care IT system and help provide seamless care to veterans as they transition from military service to veteran status.
Veteran Receives $198,000 in Back Pay
After six years of appeals, a veteran finally received an award of $198,000 from the Veterans Administration for the sexual abuse he suffered at the hands of his superior officer. The veteran (name withheld due to the sensitivity of his case), who initially contacted Jeffrey Freedman Attorneys, PLLC, for assistance with his claim, did not present any mental health issues when he enlisted in the service. He was receiving excellent performance reviews until he was stationed in Germany, where he was assaulted by a Sergeant.
So-Called 'Debt Relief' Turns Into Debt Disasters for Many
Question: What industry receives the top number of consumer complaints at the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) every year? Answer: Debt relief.