Retiree and Military Issue

June 6, 2013

Remember June 6, 1944, D-Day

Today is the 69th anniversary of the invasion of France to liberate Europe from the Nazis.

This week I mentioned D-Day was Thursday. One of our young secretaries stated she did not know about D-Day.

D-Day for WW II was on June 6, 1944. D-Day is the day the Allies launched the largest military operation, at the time, to free France and all of Europe from the Nazi occupation. This week the U.S. Senate lost their last World War II (WW II) veteran, Sen. Lautenberg. He served in the Army Signal Corps from 1942-46. After separating from the Army Sen. Lautenberg used the GI Bill to earn an economics degree and eventually serve New Jersey as a U.S. Senator.

March 25, 2013

Military Retiree’s are Veterans Too – – Contact Congress and OPPOSE TRICARE fee increases

by Bob Goss

For those of you who have served, you know this Fact – – Military Retirees are Veterans. But it seems with Sequestration upon the United States, the Department of Defense at the urging of the White House has a solution – – have Military Retirees pay MORE IN TRICARE FEES.

Why raise TRICARE fees because of my favorite White House word “fairness.” The whole idea pushed for Obamacare was fairness for those without health care. But the WH states Military Retiree’s Health Care costs are not fair compared to the public.

But is it fair to give free health care to those who do nothing? And then conversely argue it is fair to force Veterans who are Military Retirees (remember Military Retirees include veterans who were medically retired due to Injuries) to pay ever increasing TRICARE fees. TRICARE raised all fees in 2012. No – – The proposal to keep raising TRICARE fees on the back of veterans is not fair.

March 12, 2013

Any Veteran may render a hand salute – –

by Bob Goss

– – As the the U.S. Flag passes and also during the playing of the National Anthem.

This law was passed in the National Defense Authorization Act of 2008. Specifically National Defense Authorization Act of 2008 sec 595 changes 36 U.S.C. section 301(b)(1) to read:

(b) Conduct During Playing.- During a rendition of the national anthem-

March 6, 2013

Military Lending Act modified providing a Private Cause of Action to Service Members and their Dependents

by Bob Goss

On January 3, 2013, Title 10. Section 987(f) of the U.S. Code was amended to provide protection for service members and their dependents regarding credit, arbitration, and limiting interest rates. This amendment provides service members and their dependents a private cause of action against lenders who violate the Military Lending Act.

The Military Lending Act law was amended in H.R. 4310, the “National Defense Authorization Act.”

The Law Office of Robert B. Goss, P.C. https://www.attorneyforveterans.com/ is honored to assist our service members, veterans, and their dependents.

To read the amendment creating the Private Cause of Action read on:
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January 18, 2013

VA wait times for Claims continues to Increase

by Bob Goss

The GAO on January 18, 2013, confirmed the average wait time for a claim to be processed has increased. In 2009 the VA took an Average of 161 days. In 2012 the processing time jumped to 260 days.

Appeals – – over 2/3rd of all claims were backlogged.

If you are appealing a VA claim, contact us for help. https://www.attorneyforveterans.com/lawyer-attorney-1303360.html

November 8, 2012

Thank you to all veterans Veterans Day 2012 Deals and PBS Special

by Bob Goss

Thank you to all veterans, U.S & Allies

In my house I have a W.W. I picture of my Grandfather, Howard, sitting cross-legged in the front row of an Army Unit photo taken in France on Armistice Day 1918. He was a great grandfather and man. My grandfather only left Iowa to go to war, and much later in the 1960-70s when my Grandmother made him go to Florida for winters. He is a veteran. I received this photo when Grandpa died back in 1980.

From American Heritage dictionary, Veteran’s Day is defined as:

November 7, 2012

Protection afforded Veterans and their VA benefits.

by Bob Goss

Know your Rights!

VA benefits are protected from creditors, taxation, and other legal processes.

With the extremely long delay in obtaining VA benefits from the VA, many veterans face tremendous and crippling medical bills.

This blog will help you know your rights, and protect your VA benefit payments. Please see https://www.attorneyforveterans.com. Threats and constant calls from creditors and even advice from non-VA accredited attorneys may compel veterans to make unwise decisions regarding their VA benefits.

One of my veterans desperately e-mailed me stating his bankruptcy attorney was going to include his VA disability payments as an asset that a hospital could collect and garnish. This advice is incorrect. The veteran just wanted to have the creditor stop calling.
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June 6, 2012

Remember those who served — Today is the Anniversary of D-Day, June 6, 1944

by Bob Goss

I wanted to thank all the World War II veterans, their families, and those who lived in that horrible time of W.W. II, THANK YOU FOR SERVING.

I want to thank my Uncle, Peter Maisenbach, who fought as a U.S. Army soldier. Uncle Pete fought and survived the Battle of the Bulge, if my memory serves me well. My Uncle talked to me when I was enlisting into the USAF out of Texas A&M. https://www.attorneyforveterans.com/lawyer-attorney-1322764.html

My Uncles Dale and Albert Goss also served, and I thank each of them. Uncle Dale ended up in Guam sometime, and Uncle Albert eventually went on to serve many years at Rutger’s University as a Professor and Dean.

May 28, 2012

Thank you to All the Active Duty, Veterans, and their Families!

by Bob Goss

Memorial Day, is a federal holiday observed annually in the United States on the last Monday of May. Memorial Day is a day of remembering the men and women who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. Formerly known as Decoration Day, it originated after the American Civil War to commemorate the fallen Union soldiers of the Civil War. By the 20th century Memorial Day had been extended to honor all Americans who have died in all wars. When you wake in the morning, say a quick prayer for those who have given their lives so that you might be allow to pray.

Thank you to all the veterans, active duty, their families who also serve and fear for their loved one. I can attest, the kids and family are also serving and deserve to be thanked for their sacrifices. https://www.attorneyforveterans.com/lawyer-attorney-1325495.html

To Cynthia, Hans, Victoria, and Christopher, thank you – – I love you and THANK YOU for all you gave to me and this country through your sacrifices.

March 5, 2012

Today America Lost a few Heroes

by Bob Goss

The first hero, Col. Van T. Barfoot, earned the Medal of Honor for his bravery during World War II.

Col. Barfoot fought in WW II, Korea, and Vietnam. Then in 2009, Col. Barfoot fought and won his fight to fly the American flag from his home. The Colonel’s Homeowners Association did not appreciate the Colonel flying the American flag that he and millions of Americans fought to protect.

The second hero is Jack McKenna, another true American hero. Mr. McKenna served his church and the Knight of Columbus as a dedicated member. Mr. McKenna served and protected all.