The July 1982 rating decision assigned a noncompensable rating for strain of the cervical spine, which was not clearly and unmistakably erroneous.,The claims to reopen the service connection for residuals of a left great toe injury and hallux valgus were denied as no new and material evidence was submitted.
The deciding factor: The July 1982 rating decision did not involve an error of fact or law that was outcome determinative.,No new and material evidence has been presented to reopen the claim for residuals of a left great toe injury and hallux valgus.
- Claimed conditions
- strain of the cervical spine, residuals of a left great toe injury and hallux valgus
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- September 5, 2007
- Citation
- 0727746
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