The Board granted service connection for allergic rhinitis, bilateral pes planus, chronic left costochondritis, left hip strain, left wrist strain, right wrist strain, and major depressive disorder with insomnia disorder. The appeal was denied for bilateral hearing loss, migraine, thoracolumbar strain, and left lower extremity radiculopathy. The character of discharge from service was not a bar to VA compensation benefits.

The deciding factor: The evidence did not establish that the Veteran's discharge from service was due to willful and persistent misconduct or other dishonorable conditions.

Claimed conditions

allergic rhinitis, bilateral pes planus, chronic left costochondritis, left hip strain, left wrist strain, right wrist strain, major depressive disorder with insomnia disorder

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

None in this decision

Decision date

March 6, 2025

Citation

A25020893

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