The Veteran's service-connected disabilities have precluded him from obtaining and maintaining substantially gainful employment throughout the appeal period, leading to a grant of TDIU as of May 20, 2021.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's service-connected disabilities (Major Depressive Disorder, right upper extremity radiculopathy, left upper extremity radiculopathy, and cervical spine strain) have significantly impacted his ability to perform the physical and mental acts required by employment, leading to a determination of unemployability.
- Claimed conditions
- Major Depressive Disorder, Right upper extremity radiculopathy, Left upper extremity radiculopathy, Cervical spine strain
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 90%
- Decision date
- December 30, 2024
- Citation
- A24086562
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