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Military personnel at the Al Asad Air Base in 2020 did not expect what happened to them on January 8, 2020. Fifteen ballistic missiles launched by Iran rained down on the Base, narrowly missing hundreds of U.S. troops and Guard personnel. The strike lit the existing short fuse in the ongoing clashes between Tehran and […]
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Our office receives many inquiries from veterans who want to know how to get a Purple Heart after discharge. We have compiled the following information to assist you in obtaining a Purple Heart. Purple Heart Background The Purple Heart is awarded to members of the United States Armed Forces who were (i) wounded, killed, or […]
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Welcome back to another episode of 4 Minutes With LHFV! This week, 2/23/2021, VA Disability Lawyer Jim Fausone brings four more interesting topics for you to consider. We will discuss Permanent and Total Disability Ratings; Denis McDonough; a Veterans Radio Podcast featuring Colonel Clifford Worthy (ret.); and a Medal of Honor heroic story about Jesse […]
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The Defense Department announced that the plans for a new medal for drone pilots and cyber warriors have been canceled. A number of groups representing military associations and vet service organizations had lobbied the White House to instruct the Defense Department to lower the ranking of the new drone medal. They would like the Distinguished […]
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Editor’s Note (8/5/2021): The information on this page has been updated. You can read more about Purple Heart eligibility and qualifications here. We get asked about how to obtain a Purple Heart by veterans on a regular basis. This issue has even infiltrated pop cultures. The CBS show “Harry’s Law” about a quirky law firm […]
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by Jim Fausone Veterans Disability Lawyer Independence Day has come and gone. Hopefully you spent it remembering those that fought to protect our freedoms. My family once again participated in the Northville , Michigan July 4th parade. This year had the National Guard Army Band, a fly over by 2 A10 Warthogs, the VFW and […]
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Medical Issues / Disability, Mental Health, News and Press, PTSD, Veterans Law
There are two important points here: (1) you are entitled to a Purple Heart if you suffered a TBI as a result of enemy action and (2) because Purple Heart status entitles you to special treatment by VA, it is important to receive the Purple Heart. Military Uniform Regulations currently call for awarding Purple Heart […]
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