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Veterans Offered Tips and Strategy on Maximizing Disability Benefits at Town Hall Hosted by CCK

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Thursday, August 31, 2023
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PROVIDENCE, R.I., Aug. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Yesterday, Chisholm Chisholm & Kilpatrick (CCK) , the country's leading veterans benefit law firm and a national leader in public interest law, hosted a virtual Town Hall offering tips and strategies to veterans who are seeking to maximize their disability benefits.

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  • PROVIDENCE, R.I., Aug. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Yesterday, Chisholm Chisholm & Kilpatrick (CCK) , the country's leading veterans benefit law firm and a national leader in public interest law, hosted a virtual Town Hall offering tips and strategies to veterans who are seeking to maximize their disability benefits.
  • The Town Hall focused on service-disabled veterans who may be eligible for compensation benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
  • "At CCK, our goal is to provide veterans with the tips and best practices for obtaining their rightful benefits.
  • Hennings, a recognized national leader in veterans law and veterans benefits, described the qualifications for VA disability compensation and how to apply for these benefits.

USA Cares is awarded maximum amount of $500,000 with grant from US Department of Labor's Veterans' Employment and Training Service to serve Kentucky veterans

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023
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LOUISVILLE, Ky., July 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- USA Cares, a national organization dedicated to providing financial and advocacy assistance to military families in crisis, has been awarded a $500,000 grant from the US Department of Labor, Veterans' Employment and Training Service (DOL-VETS).

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  • The grant is part of The Homeless Veterans' Reintegration Program (HVRP), aimed at helping homeless and at-risk veterans find employment.
  • "Our primary goal at USA Cares is to help reduce factors that contribute to veteran suicide," said Trace Chesser, CEO of USA Cares.
  • The grant from DOL-VETS for the Homeless Veterans' Reintegration Program will provide funding to help homeless veterans with job training, counseling, and job placement.
  • With this grant from DOL-VETS, USA Cares is positioned to reach even more veterans in Kentucky and continue to make a meaningful impact on their lives.

DAV announces national leadership change

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Tuesday, April 18, 2023
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ERLANGER, Ky., April 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, DAV (Disabled American Veterans) announced a change in its senior appointed national staff position as National Adjutant and CEO Marc Burgess announced his retirement after more than a quarter-century of dedicated service on behalf of his fellow veterans, their families and survivors.

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  • ERLANGER, Ky., April 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, DAV (Disabled American Veterans) announced a change in its senior appointed national staff position as National Adjutant and CEO Marc Burgess announced his retirement after more than a quarter-century of dedicated service on behalf of his fellow veterans, their families and survivors.
  • National Commander Joe Parsetich named National Headquarters Executive Director Barry Jesinoski as the organization’s next national adjutant effective June 1, 2023.
  • The Marine Corps veteran replacing Burgess is known far and wide for his vast leadership, knowledge and executive capabilities.
  • Jesinoski began his DAV career as a member of Class II at the National Service Officer Training Academy at Denver in 1995.

Troutman Pepper and Dominion Energy Pro Bono Team Turn to Nation's Highest Court as Fight Continues for Full Educational Benefits for Military Veterans

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Monday, March 13, 2023
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RICHMOND, Va., March 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In their fight to secure full educational benefits potentially worth billions of dollars for about 1.7 million post-9/11-era veterans and counting, attorneys from Troutman Pepper and Dominion Energy today filed a petition for a writ of certiorari, asking the Supreme Court to review the lower court ruling.

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  • It seeks to resolve how many months of educational benefits a veteran is entitled to under two different GI bills.
  • Rudisill is represented pro bono by Troutman Pepper attorneys Timothy McHugh , Misha Tseytlin , Kevin LeRoy , Abbey Thornhill , and Trey Smith , among others, and David DePippo from Dominion Energy.
  • The panel issued an opinion affirming the U.S. Appeals Court for Veterans Claims' decision in July 2021.
  • The VA requested and was granted reconsideration before the full U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit on Thursday, October 6, 2022.

Court of Appeal Upholds TransAlta's Favourable Force Majeure Arbitration Decision

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Friday, June 10, 2022
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The Court of Appeal upheld the Company's claim of force majeure that arose when its Keephills 1 generating unit tripped off-line in 2013.

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  • The Court of Appeal upheld the Company's claim of force majeure that arose when its Keephills 1 generating unit tripped off-line in 2013.
  • As a result of the decision, the Company's claim of force majeure remains valid and the associated costs of the force majeure event will not be reassessed against TransAlta.
  • TransAlta Generation Partnership ("TransAlta") was the owner and ENMAX was the buyer under the Keephills Power Purchase Arrangement (the "PPA").
  • ENMAX and the Balancing Pool disputed the force majeure claim and initiated an arbitration against TransAlta.

Jacksonville Attorney Stacey Clark Joins Hill & Ponton

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Monday, August 9, 2021
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Hill & Ponton announced today the addition of attorney Stacey Clark to the firm's growing legal team.

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  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Hill & Ponton announced today the addition of attorney Stacey Clark to the firm's growing legal team.
  • In the past thirty years, Hill & Ponton have handled more than 30,000 claims and recovered more than $300 million on behalf of its clients
    Before joining Hill & Ponton, Stacey Clark specialized in veterans and social security disability claims during her time as a seniorattorney with Morgan and Morgan.
  • "Stacey Clark brings a depth of knowledge about veterans and social security disability benefits law, combined with more than 10 years of hands-on experience in the field," said Matthew Hill, Managing Partner, Hill & Ponton.
  • She also serves on the Board of Directors and as External Affairs Committee Chair with Jacksonville Area Legal Aid.

The Veterans Consortium Pro Bono Program Announces New Member of the Executive Board

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021
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Newly appointed TVC Executive Board member, Mario A. Marquez joins a distinguished group of veteran advocates.

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  • Newly appointed TVC Executive Board member, Mario A. Marquez joins a distinguished group of veteran advocates.
  • "Chanin has been a pleasure to work with and a valued member our Executive Board.
  • The Veterans Consortium Pro Bono Program (TVC) is a leading national 501(c)(3) charity providing free legal services in federal venues for veterans in need.
  • TVC operates a federal Veterans Pro Bono Program on behalf of the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims to represent pro se veterans denied care, benefits, or compensation earned from military service.

The Veterans Consortium Pro Bono Program Announces New Member Of The Executive Board

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021
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Effective immediately, Mr. Spataro will take over as the National Veterans Legal Services Program (NVLSP) member on TVC's Executive Board upon the departure of Bart Stichman, who has served in that role since 2017.

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  • Effective immediately, Mr. Spataro will take over as the National Veterans Legal Services Program (NVLSP) member on TVC's Executive Board upon the departure of Bart Stichman, who has served in that role since 2017.
  • He has also represented veterans before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, the Board of Veterans' Appeals, and VA Regional Offices.
  • The Veterans Consortium Pro Bono Program (TVC) is a leading national 501(c)(3) charity providing free legal services in federal venues for veterans in need.
  • TVC operates a federal Veterans Pro Bono Program on behalf of the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims to represent pro se veterans denied care, benefits, or compensation earned from military service.

The Veterans Consortium Pro Bono Program Announces Newly Elected Members Of The Executive Board

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Tuesday, December 8, 2020
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WASHINGTON, Dec. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The Veterans Consortium (TVC) is pleased to announce two newly elected members of the Executive Board who join a distinguished group of veteran advocates championing TVC's mission of ensuring veterans receive excellent pro bono legal representation.

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  • WASHINGTON, Dec. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The Veterans Consortium (TVC) is pleased to announce two newly elected members of the Executive Board who join a distinguished group of veteran advocates championing TVC's mission of ensuring veterans receive excellent pro bono legal representation.
  • Ms. Lanita Morgan and Mr. Lee Gardner, join the TVC Executive Board as Directors, effective immediately.
  • The Veterans Consortium Pro Bono Program (TVC) is a leading national 501(c)(3) charity providing free legal services in federal venues for veterans in need.
  • TVC operates a federal Veterans Pro Bono Program on behalf of the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims to represent pro se veterans denied care, benefits, or compensation earned from military service.

The Veterans Consortium Legal Team Wins Federal Pro Bono Program's 5,000th Case For Combat Veteran

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Wednesday, August 1, 2018
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Garrett was represented pro bono by a legal "dream team" from TVC's National Volunteer Corps and staff on this milestone 5,000th federal Pro Bono Program case before the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims (CAVC).

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  • Garrett was represented pro bono by a legal "dream team" from TVC's National Volunteer Corps and staff on this milestone 5,000th federal Pro Bono Program case before the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims (CAVC).
  • The Veterans Consortium Pro Bono Program has more than 25 years of serving veterans and their families, caregivers, and survivors, helping them win access to the care, benefits and compensation they earned through military service.
  • The federal Pro Bono Program for veterans has been operated by TVC on behalf of the CAVC since 1992.
  • The Veterans Consortium (TVC) is a national 501c3 nonprofit serving the global US veteran community.