Podcast Ndaa terbaik (2024)

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CCK Live: What Does VA Claim Under Review Mean? VA Claim Status 2:32

5d ago2:32

2:32

What idoes it mean when your VA disability claim is listed as "under review?" If you’ve checked your VA claim status and seen this, it’s one of the first steps in the process. We’ll explain how the VA assigns your claim to a Veteran Service Representative (VSR) who evaluates your case and what to expect in terms of wait times. Additionally, we’ll g…

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Lame Duck, Big Bucks: Congress's Last-Minute Spending Sprint 25:21

10d ago25:21

25:21

With critical deadlines looming and major legislation hanging in the balance, TCS President Steve Ellis and Director of Policy Josh Sewell dive into what's at stake during Congress's lame duck session. They break down the pressing December 20th government funding deadline, the stalled Farm Bill reauthorization, and the likelihood of an emergency su…

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CCK Live: Can You Prove VA Disability Without Service Treatment Records? 3:03

14d ago3:03

3:03

In this episode, we discuss how veteran can provetheir VA disability claims when their service treatment records are missing. The absence of medical evidence from service time poses an obstacle for veterans, but it doesn’t mean they still can’t secure their benefits. Tune in to learn more! For more information, visit our website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠cck-law.co…

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CCK Live: VA Benefits for Disabled Veterans Rated at 70% 5:25

21d ago5:25

5:25

In this episode, we discuss the VA benefits a veteran may qualify for with a 70% VA disability rating. We will talk about the 70% VA disability pay rate, VA healthcare eligibility, the Veteran Readiness and Employment Program, and other benefits veterans may qualify for. Tune in to learn more! For more information, visit our website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠cck-la…

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CCK Live: Can VA Take Away Your Disability Rating? 4:50

28d ago4:50

4:50

In this episode, we discuss whether VA can reduce or terminate a disability rating. We will talk about the circumstances under which VA may stop or reduce a VA rating and what veterans can do if this occurs. Tune in to learn more! For more information, visit our website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠cck-law.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on social media: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠…

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Pumping Profits or Storing Carbon? Oversight Gaps in Carbon Capture Subsidies 19:28

1M ago19:28

19:28

Taxpayers for Common Sense explores the 45Q tax credit for carbon capture and storage, its expansion, and concerns about its implementation, oversight, and potential misuse as a subsidy for oil production.Oleh Taxpayers For Common Sense

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CCK Live: Have a C&P Exam for Arthritis? What to Expect at Your VA Exam 6:31

1M ago6:31

6:31

In this episode, we discuss what to expect during a C&P exam for arthritis. We’ll cover VA service connection for both osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, what C&P examiners look for, how arthritis severity is measured, and what to mention if you’re in pain to get the right rating. Tune in to learn more! For more information, visit our website…

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CCK Live: VA Disability Ratings for Dental Disabilities 4:54

1M ago4:54

4:54

Dental conditions can yield significant VA disability ratings. In this episode, we discuss the VA rating system for dental conditions, specific dental conditions and their ratings, cancerous tumors of the mouth and jaw, and more. Tune in to learn about dental disabilities and VA compensation! For more information, visit our website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠cck-law…

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Helene's High Cost 25:13

2M ago25:13

25:13

TCS Director of Research & Policy Josh Sewell joins Steve Ellis to help answer the multi-billion dollar question: Who Pays When Disaster Strikes?Oleh Taxpayers For Common Sense

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CCK Live: New Laws for Veterans and Servicemembers in 2024 - NDAA 8:39

2M ago8:39

8:39

In this episode, we discuss the National Defense Authorization Act, or NDAA. This is passed each year and includes new laws for Veterans and service members. We discuss these new laws and how they may impact VA disability benefits, other veteran’ benefits, and service members. Tune in to learn more about the 2024 NDAA! For more information, visit o…

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CCK Live: How to Prepare the Best VA Claim for Sleep Apnea 4:45

2M ago4:45

4:45

In this episode, we discuss the types of sleep apnea, the critical role of medical evidence, lay evidence, and more. Sleep apnea is a common service-connected condition among veterans and can qualify for a 100% VA disability rating of severe. Tune in to learn what you need to set your sleep apnea VA claim up for success! For more information, visit…

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CCK Live: Top 5 VA Disability Claim Mistakes We See as VA Disability Lawyers 4:37

2M ago4:37

4:37

In this episode, we discuss the top 5 VA disability mistakes we see as VA disability lawyers. These mistakes include misunderstanding service connection criteria, delaying filing a VA claim, missing VA correspondence and deadlines, and others. Tune in to learn more! For more information, visit our website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠cck-law.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on soc…

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CCK Live: 100% VA Disability for Veterans Not Able to Work - TDIU VA Benefits 7:36

2M ago7:36

7:36

In this episode, we discuss Total Disability based on Individual Unemployability, or TDIU. Key topics we talk about include how TDIU benefits allow veterans to be rated 100 percent, how veterans can apply for these benefits, the differences between “schedular” and “extraschedular” TDIU, and more. Tune in to learn more about TDIU! For more informati…

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USACE Boondoggle 26:46

2M ago26:46

26:46

When a wasteful government program like the Yazoo Area Pump Project is killed, it oughta stay dead. But the US Army Corps of Engineers has this pet zombie hidden in the Mississippi backwater. Listen to find out how taxpayers could be on the hook for billions in an attempt to unnecessarily re-plumb the Mississippi River and its tributaries. An envir…

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CCK Live: Types of VA Claim Evidence to Increase Your VA Disability Rating 4:52

3M ago4:52

4:52

In this episode, we discuss three types of evidence veterans can use to increase their VA rating. We will discuss medical records, lay evidence, and employer records. Additionally, we will talk about increased rating claims so that veterans can learn how to demonstrate a worsening of their service-connected condition. Tune in to learn more! For mor…

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CCK Live: Pending Decision Approval & Preparation for Notification: VA Claim Status 3:26

3M ago3:26

3:26

What does it mean when your VA claim status reads “Pending Decision Approval and Preparation for Notification”? If a veteran’s claim is at the Pending Decision Approval or Preparing for Notification step, this is generally a good sign. It means that the decision process is nearing completion. Tune in to learn more! For more information, visit our w…

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CCK Live: Secondary VA Disabilities to Hip Conditions 7:19

3M ago7:19

7:19

In this episode, we discuss VA disability benefits secondary to hip conditions and what conditions commonly stem from hip disabilities. Veterans who develop a secondary disability because of an already service-connected condition can receive a VA rating for both conditions. Tune in to learn more! For more information, visit our website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠cck…

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Dear Elon 21:02

3M ago21:02

21:02

We hear you! Hit play for the merits of the Elon Musk-style commission on government efficiency. TCS stalwarts Steve Ellis and Josh Sewell emphasize the need for bipartisan support, tackling both spending and revenue issues, and going beyond just eliminating waste.Oleh Taxpayers For Common Sense

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CCK Live: How to Complete Form 21-4192 - Employment Information in TDIU VA Claims 3:35

3M ago3:35

3:35

In this episode, we discuss Form 21-4192, which is one of the forms Veterans must complete when applying for TDIU benefits. In this episode, we discuss more about what Form 21-4192 is used for, go over each section of the form, explain why veterans must submit it, and offer some tips on how to complete it. Tune in to learn more! For more informatio…

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CCK Live: How Do Veterans Get 100% Total VA Disability Ratings? 9:37

3M ago9:37

9:37

In this episode, we explore the different pathways to achieving this rating, including schedular ratings for single or multiple conditions, Total Disability based on Individual Unemployability (TDIU), permanent and total ratings, and temporary total disability ratings. Tune in to learn more! For more information, visit our website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠cck-law.…

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CCK Live: Getting a 70% VA Rating for Mental Health Conditions 3:13

4M ago3:13

3:13

In this episode, we break down the 70 percent VA rating for mental health conditions. Mental health conditions are all rated using VA’s General Rating Formula for Mental Disorders. Under this, ratings can be assigned at 0, 10, 30, 50, 70, or 100 percent. If a veteran receives the 70 percent rating, it means they display impairment in most areas suc…

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Pentagon's Unsustainable Spending: The Sentinel ICBM and Next-Gen Fighter Dilemma 17:22

4M ago17:22

17:22

Pentagon spending plans are spiraling out of control. From ICBMs to next-gen fighters, costs are skyrocketing while strategic benefits remain unclear. Dive into the fiscal chaos as we unpack the Air Force's budget woes and question whether these ambitious projects truly serve national security interests.…

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CCK Live: Top Ways to Obtain VA Disability Benefits - How to Get VA Compensation 4:14

4M ago4:14

4:14

There are several ways veterans may obtain VA disability benefits. In this episode, we discuss the process of establishing service connection for your disability, either through an initial claim or supplemental claim, and the significance of submitting through evidence with your initial claim using VA Form 21-526EZ to increase the likelihood of a f…

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CCK Live: Georgia Veterans Benefits - State-Sponsored Benefits for GA Veterans 5:14

4M ago5:14

5:14

Georgia provides a range of resources and benefits to supports its veterans. Veterans residing in Georgia may wonder what these benefits are and how to access them. In this episode, we discuss some of the benefits available to veterans living in Georgia, including veterans’ homes, financial benefits, employment benefits, and others. Tune in to lear…

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CCK Live: Can I Work With a 100% VA Disability Rating? 4:40

4M ago4:40

4:40

Veterans who receive a 100 percent, or total, VA disability rating may wonder if they can still work while rated as totally disabled. In this episode, we discuss some ratings veterans may receive, such as TDIU, and some scenarios when they may be eligible to work while rated at 100 percent. Tune in to learn more! For more information, visit our web…

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CCK Live: How to Obtain Records to Support Your VA Claim 4:15

5M ago4:15

4:15

VA requires certain documents to support all claims for disability benefits. Veterans should consider gathering, or giving VA permission to gather, this evidence. In this episode, we discuss how veterans can obtain their records to submit to VA and what to do if some of their service records are missing. Tune in to learn more! For more information,…

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CBO Bombshell 11:55

5M ago11:55

11:55

The Congressional Budget Office just released a bomb with their latest projections for the federal budget deficit. They're projecting a federal budget deficit of nearly $2 trillion for fiscal year 2024. That's about $400 billion more than what they projected just four months ago in February, marking a 27% increase. TCS President Steve Ellis is join…

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CCK Live: Should I File a VA Claim If I Already Have a 100% VA Rating? 2:37

5M ago2:37

2:37

Veterans with a 100% VA rating are considered “totally disabled.” Whether to file another VA claim depends on their specific situation and rating type. This episode discusses why veterans might want to file a new claim despite a 100% rating and also explores reasons they might not. Tune in to learn more! For more information, visit our website at ⁠…

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CCK Live: What Does “Favorable Findings” Mean in VA Decision Letters? 3:58

5M ago3:58

3:58

When reading their Rating Decision letter, a veteran may come across what are known as “favorable findings.” In this episode, we will discuss what exactly favorable findings are, where to find them in your decision letter, and whether VA adjudicators are bound by these findings. Tune in to learn more! Follow us on social media: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ …

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Pentagon Budget Update (NDAA & UPLs) 18:14

5M ago18:14

18:14

Join host Steve Ellis, president of Taxpayers for Common Sense, and policy analyst Gabe Murphy as they dive deep into the murky waters of Pentagon budgeting on the latest episode of Budget Watchdog All Federal. Steve and Gabe expose the partisan gridlock threatening to derail the NDAA and shine a light on the Senate's misguided $25 billion Pentagon…

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CCK Live: 100% Mental Health VA Ratings Explained 4:14

5M ago4:14

4:14

What mental health conditions qualify for a 100% rating? In this episode, we will discuss what is takes to qualify for the 100% VA disability rating for mental health conditions. We will break down the rating criteria you must meet to get a 100% VA rating and mental health conditions, such as PTSD, depression, and anxiety. Tune in to learn more! Fo…

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CCK Live: Social Security (SSDI, SSI) & VA Disability Benefits Offsets Explained 6:15

6M ago6:15

6:15

How do Social Security benefits and VA Disability Benefits impact each other? In this video, we discuss VA disability and Social Security benefits, how they work together, and whether any offsets apply. There are two different types of Social Security disability benefits: Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income …

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Farm Bill 25:57

6M ago25:57

25:57

In this revealing episode of Budget Watchdog AF, Steve Ellis and Josh Sewell dive deep into the House Agriculture Committee's recently passed Farm Bill. With a $1.5 trillion price tag, the bill is loaded with loopholes and giveaways for special interests, while failing to prioritize those truly in need of taxpayer support.…

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CCK Live: DBQ’s and Nexus Letters in VA Claims Explained 10:22

6M ago10:22

10:22

DBQ stands for Disability Benefits Questionnaire. DBQs are forms created for veterans’ use in the evaluation process for VA disability benefits. A nexus letter is a document prepared for a veteran by a medical professional that explicitly connects an in-service event to the current condition for which a veteran is seeking VA compensation. Tune in t…

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National Defense Authorization Act Update 15:50

6M ago15:50

15:50

The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) caps national security spending at $895 billion in 2025, but changes to the Pentagon's budget request may not hold as the budget process moves forward. TCS policy analyst Gabe Murphy joins host Steve Ellis with an analysis of the potential for Congress to exceed these caps, the Navy's shipbuilding budge…

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CCK Live: Are VA Benefits Exempt From Bankruptcy? 2:19

7M ago2:19

2:19

Is VA disability compensation exempt from bankruptcy? In 2019, the HAVEN Act was signed into law, making VA benefits protected income during bankruptcy proceedings. Prior to the HAVEN Act – from 2005 to 2019 – the federal Bankruptcy Code commonly required veterans to give up their VA disability benefits to creditors to obtain bankruptcy relief. Tun…

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Earmarks Update 31:54

7M ago31:54

31:54

Lawmakers in the 118th Congress again have the power to “bringing home the bacon” with federal dollars to specific projects in their home states and districts. Has transparency worked to provide scrutiny and limit potential abuse? TCS Director of Research and Policy Josh Sewell and TCS Research Associate Chris Howe-Smith join host Steve Ellis for a…

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CCK Live: VA Disability for Knee Conditions & Pain (2023 VA Rating Update) 6:14

7M ago6:14

6:14

In this informative episode, we will break down the VA disability benefits available to veterans with knee conditions and pain. Learn the common knee conditions Veterans experience, how they're rated, special Veterans Law considerations to be on the lookout for in your decisions, C&P examinations for knee conditions, and tips for building a strong …

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CCK Live: 2024 DIC Rates 2:30

7M ago2:30

2:30

In this video, we will breakdown the monthly rate VA DIC recipients will receive in 2024! DIC, or dependency and indemnity compensation, is a monthly benefit paid by VA to surviving dependents of a veteran whose death was related to their military service or a service-connected condition. DIC has exclusive rates and is separate from veterans’ disab…

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CCK Live: 2024 VA Special Monthly Compensation 1:54

7M ago1:54

1:54

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) awards special monthly compensation (SMC) to veterans with service-connected conditions so debilitating they warrant a rating higher than 100 percent. In this episode, we will break down the SMC rates for fiscal year 2024 and other key information veterans need to know about their special monthly compensation…

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Who Pays When Disaster Strikes? 22:15

7M ago22:15

22:15

What is the role of the federal government in responding to disaster, particularly when the tragedy is manmade? TCS President Steve Ellis is joined by Michael Surrusco and Chris Howe-Smith for a discussion about the Baltimore bridge collapse and the financial impact on taxpayers.Oleh Taxpayers For Common Sense

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CCK Live: 2024 VA Disability Pay Chart 3:35

7M ago3:35

3:35

The Cost-of-Living Adjustment for Veterans’ disability compensation in 2024 was announced at 3.2 percent. In this episode of CCK Live, we will discuss how this change in COLA will affect veteran’s benefits, what the 2024 pay chart looks like, and what veterans can expect for their VA disability benefits in 2024. Tune in to this episode to learn eve…

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CCK Live: Beware of VA Benefits Scams - Warnings from Congress, VA, FTC, & OIG 4:09

8M ago4:09

4:09

In this episode, we are discussing the issue of unaccredited individuals charging veterans and their families illegal fees to file VA claims, obtain medical evidence and nexus letters, and more. A group of 31 members of Congress sent a letter to VA Secretary McDonough addressing the increase in unaccredited individuals profiting off veterans. The l…

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CCK Live: Can Veterans Qualify for PFAS Exposure Compensation and VA Benefits? 2:01

8M ago2:01

2:01

In this episode, we discuss the PFAS lawsuit and your entitlement to VA benefits. PFAS chemicals were used widely in various industries and have contaminated water, food, and air across the U.S. If you believe you have been exposed to PFAS and have been diagnosed with certain cancers after the year 2000, then you may qualify for compensation. What'…

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FY '25 Budget Request 25:22

8M ago25:22

25:22

Budget Watchdog AF considers President Biden’s $7.3 Trillion Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Request. A budget that proposes a 4.5% cut in discretionary spending from the previous fiscal year and a reduction in budget deficits by nearly $3 trillion over the next decade. But how rosy are the economic growth projections upon which this budget request is buil…

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CCK Live: Board of Veterans’ Appeals (BVA) Meets VA Decision Goal - At What Cost? 4:41

8M ago4:41

4:41

In this episode, we discuss the Board of Veterans’ Appeals decision goal for fiscal year 2023 and explain how this compares to previous years, including a breakdown of the additional funding the department has received in its budget. We review the Board’s productivity and the status of VA’s backlog, give budget insights, estimate cost per case, and…

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CCK Live: Secondary Service Connection for Back Pain and VA Ratings 2:30

8M ago2:30

2:30

A secondary service-connected disability is a disability that results from a condition that is already service-connected. Veterans must provide medical evidence linking their back pain to their already service-connected condition, or a nexus. Common conditions that can lead to secondary back disabilities include hip conditions, foot conditions such…

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CCK Live: Getting Presumptive VA Service Connection for Arthritis 3:37

9M ago3:37

3:37

Tune in for a discussion on establishing presumptive VA service connection for arthritis (meaning you do not need a nexus connecting the disability to service). Veterans can receive VA ratings for degenerative and rheumatoid arthritis and may be eligible for presumptive service connection. Under 38 CFR § 3.309, arthritis is characterized as a chron…

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Impasse 22:17

9M ago22:17

22:17

The impasse in the divided and chaotic U.S. Congress over funding of the federal government has reached another inflection point. Join TCS President Steve Ellis and Director of Research and Policy Josh Sewell for a look at the costs and implications for taxpayers.Oleh Taxpayers For Common Sense

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CCK Live: Decoding VA Disability Benefits: Abbreviations for VA Terms 9:31

9M ago9:31

9:31

Confused by VA terms? You're not alone. Over the course of the VA benefits process, veterans will encounter many abbreviations that VA uses to describe key terms. From your initial VA claim to your decision letter, there may be unfamiliar terms. Join us as we break down common terminology such as C&P Exam, RO, CAVC, BVA, P&T, TDIU, and more. For mo…

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