The veteran's claim for service connection for PTSD was denied due to the lack of credible supporting evidence that the claimed in-service stressors actually occurred. The veteran's pension claim was also denied as he is not considered unemployable based on his disabilities.
The deciding factor: There is no credible supporting evidence that the veteran's reported in-service stressors actually occurred, which is a requirement for service connection under the amended regulations. Additionally, while the veteran has multiple disabilities, none meet the criteria for a permanent and total disability rating as defined by VA regulations.
- Claimed conditions
- Acquired Psychiatric Disorder (PTSD)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 60%
- Decision date
- October 2, 2006
- Citation
- 0630979
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What this means for you
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