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Does a VA Buddy statement need to be docHubd?

Buddy statements can be submitted on VA Form 21-4138 (Statement in Support of Claim). If the statement is not written on this form, it must be docHubd and include this sentence at the end of the letter: I docHub that my statements are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Do buddy letters help VA claim?

VA buddy letters, also known as lay statements or lay evidence, are credible statements made in support of a claim for VA disability benefits. The statement can serve as a valuable piece of evidence in a veterans disability claim.

How do I fill out a VA Buddy statement?

Here are some tips to help you write the letter: Be clear about your relationship with the veteran. In the first section of the buddy letter, state your name and how you know the veteran. Include as many details as possible. Include only the information you know. Remember to sign and date the letter.

Does the VA verify buddy statements?

The VA is required to consider all evidence including buddy statements. The VA will use this information when they make a service connection and determine what rating they will give the Veteran.

How do you write a good buddy statement?

A buddy letter should focus on the details of the injury or stressor, specifically, the who, what, when, and where, and why or how of the incident. Additionally, its important that the buddy letter juxtaposes your health, ability, or behavior before the injury or stressor to what you experienced after it.

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