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Gardberg & Kemmerly Blog

August 19, 2022

I Do Not Have a Valid ID. What Do I Do?

As the Social Security Administrations office and Office of Hearing Operations offices open again, you are required to...

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Gardberg & Kemmerly Blog

August 17, 2022

What is an Intent to File and Why You Need to File One

Often overlooked, an intent to file (aka VA Form 21-0966) is an important step in beginning your claim...

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Gardberg & Kemmerly Blog

August 12, 2022

PACT Act Becomes Law

The Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring Our Promises to Address Comprehensive Toxics (PACT) Act is finally law! ...

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Gardberg & Kemmerly Blog

August 9, 2022

Does Social Security have to consider a VA decision when determining disability?

Since 2017, it has been established in the Social Security Regulations that SSA does not have to assign...

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Gardberg & Kemmerly Blog

August 4, 2022

VA Confidence in New Electronic Health Records System ‘Shaken’ After Reports of Patient Harm

The VA, Congress, and the creators of the VA’s new electronic health records program (EHR) are renewing their...

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