The veteran's earlier effective date for the 20 percent disability evaluation for both left and right lower extremity femoral nerve disabilities was granted. The claim for an initial disability evaluation in excess of 20 percent for low back disability was remanded.

The deciding factor: The Board found that the Veteran's symptoms have continued at or near their current severity since before discharge from active duty, justifying the earlier effective date.

Claimed conditions

left lower extremity femoral nerve disability, right lower extremity femoral nerve disability, low back disability

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

None in this decision

Decision date

January 28, 2025

Citation

25001187

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