The Veteran's service-connected disabilities did not preclude him from obtaining or maintaining substantially gainful employment consistent with his education and work history for the appeal period prior to November 19, 2010.
The deciding factor: The evidence showed that the Veteran was able to secure and maintain employment during this time, including full-time jobs in welding, roofing, and construction.
- Claimed conditions
- adjustment disorder with mixed disturbance of emotions and conduct, right knee status post patella fracture
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- August 25, 2022
- Citation
- 22048597
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- Remanded (sent back)
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