Originally Posted by
e6bpilot
That’s certainly your choice.
You may feel different in a few years when that back becomes a big problem and you have to pay for care and rehab. Getting VA medical and disability benefits for a legitimate condition is absolutely warranted.
The scam you speak of is absolutely correct. It has become a drain on government resources purported by the people who are “helping” vets apply for VA benefits. Sleep apnea and PTSD are the big ones. Lots of shoe clerks claiming PTSD who have never set foot in a combat zone. It is shameful and disrespectful.
You somehow protesting this by not claiming benefits for a legitimate condition that could really affect your quality of life later on is perplexing, though. It’s an interesting way to get your point across and could really cost you later down the road. The Airbus captain collecting 40 percent likely has legitimate issues that also affect his or her quality of life.
Cheers and thanks for providing your perspective.
Yes, if you have any conditions or old injuries, get a rating so you're covered in the future. It's really hard to go back years later and make a claim, it needs to be done upon separation (guard/reserves can do it following any extended federal AD).
If you don't want the money, ask for a 0%.