Episode 9: Court Rules VA Must Pay Retroactive Benefits to Blue Water Navy Veterans

CCK Law: Our Vital Role in Veterans Law

Blue Water Navy Veterans, a group of veterans who served offshore during the Vietnam War, have long struggled with VA to receive the benefits to which they are entitled. However, as a result of the Nehmer case, a recent decision out of Northern California is changing the way VA deals with these veterans’ claims. Tune in as the CCK team explains how Blue Water Navy Veteran are classified and why this decision is so important. We will address questions and offer advice to veterans surrounding presumption of exposure claims, VA re-adjudication of previously filed claims, and the impact it could have on both veterans and their families.