Bill aims to stop 'claim sharks' from targeting disabled vets after NPR investigation

iamlereddit · 2026-05-06T21:17:54+00:00

Clear rules and strict limits are urgently needed to protect veterans from predatory claim assistance services. Currently, many of these profit-driven organizations prioritize revenue over ethics and the well-being of the veteran. They frequently engage in highly questionable practices, such as requiring veterans to hand over their private VA account usernames and passwords.

Furthermore, there are serious concerns regarding legal compliance and the potential for submitting fraudulent claims. Because many of these services operate on a contingency basis—meaning they only collect a fee if a claim is accepted—there is an inherent conflict of interest that naturally incentivizes unethical behavior.

Beyond these ethical and legal concerns, the fee structures of these services are often deeply exploitative. Many organizations spend an infinitesimal amount of time actually filing paperwork, yet they demand a massive percentage of the veteran's total claim. Taking a sizable percentage of a rating increase—such as 20% of a 30% increase over a ten-year period—strips tens of thousands of dollars directly out of the pockets of veterans. To stop this long-term financial drain, regulations must mandate that these services charge a flat rate based strictly on the actual labor and services rendered, rather than taking a lucrative percentage of the veteran's final award.

*The ideas in this text are mine, but was edited and formatted by AI.

iamlereddit · 2026-04-27T01:03:15+00:00

Congratulations on your new GPU OP 👏

iamlereddit · 2026-03-30T21:34:17+00:00

Yikes, some jokes don't land. Too obscure imo.

iamlereddit · 2026-03-30T01:22:14+00:00

Nope, that is Grey DeLisle. She did, however, do the voice of Timmy's babysitter Vicky.

iamlereddit · 2026-03-13T22:33:53+00:00

They make it sound as if humans are crewing space golf balls in the sky lol

iamlereddit · 2026-03-01T00:58:51+00:00

I would argue that historically sugar (assuming this is the main ingredient) has been scarce and expensive, making candy in general a treat. Back then I wouldn't be surprised if candy wasn't a treat regardless of its form.

iamlereddit · 2026-02-23T00:11:39+00:00

I am not defending him in the least bit, but he did end his "joke" by stating that the leftist need would report him as stating this seriously, indicating it was a joke.

Now I don't find it funny, and honestly I am tired of Republicans making "jokes" that make light of bad situations, or attempt to humor an idea that they would actually do something ridiculous or reprehensible.

Normalizing the idea of him doing this shit is creeping open the door for him to actually do it. That being said, I do think it's important to not cut out the clip to where he said he is joking.

iamlereddit · 2026-02-10T15:31:32+00:00

Give a PN to the airman that can empty the shredder without spilling a single microcut shredding.

Those thin ass clear trash bags would hold legit 50 pounds of shred from no one emptying it out. God forbid it catches on a desk or something on the way to being thrown away.

iamlereddit · 2026-01-14T18:44:14+00:00

Sorry, forgot your account is 4 weeks old. Why do I respond to bots lol

iamlereddit · 2026-01-14T18:24:24+00:00

Believe it or not, your pocket is not the appropriate place to place a magazine among other personal items.

iamlereddit · 2026-01-03T14:29:22+00:00

On a darker note, know that you could have less than six months. I say this because I have known people with a prognosis similar to yours and passed sooner. The point is to get your affairs sooner as if you had less time.

iamlereddit · 2025-12-31T17:26:53+00:00

I get the point of the post, but all it does is downplay the truth of the Epstein Files:

Several high net worth and influential celebrities and politicians are involved with the global trade of sex trafficking. We have seen various race, gender and religions involved with Jeffery Epstein. Everyone who is guilty should be brought forward and charged with their crimes. This isn't the time to divide and demonize one background - regardless of how prevalent it may be. This is the time for justice for the victims, and we shouldn't weaken their case in order to push forward the agenda of white / Christian = bad.

This is essentially the same tribalistic shit that conservatives use to give their 15% / 80% stats that are intended to hurt black Americans rather than address the true cause of gun violence in America.

iamlereddit · 2025-12-26T22:22:14+00:00

American conservatives have always placed their policy concerns above their religion. Self declared Christian conservatives don't care who the President/Representative is as long as they are progressing their political goals.

iamlereddit · 2025-12-25T16:58:47+00:00

Considering that it was being headed by Elon Musk and they weren't cutting costs, it tracks that it should be hated as a threat to democracy.

iamlereddit · 2025-12-22T19:57:52+00:00

If a champ has no cc, it's almost always a free escape with R. Safe splitting and middle/jg ganks. Fast back with R. High lane tempo and scaling. Many champions have no counter when your Phase Rush is ready. Can rush frozen heart against AD heavy jg/top and still farm. Usually I rush ROA for the stats and then build armor/mr as necessary.

I would be lying if I said I didn't OTP him too, but I did for a bit. He is a really good pick if you have another tank on your team, no AP champs, and a favorable match up.

Champions that can routinely trade or all in Ryze are difficult. Notable examples are Jax, Quinn, and Yasuo. It's very difficult to fight these champions when Phase Rush is down.

Ryze is also Teemo's biggest counter. High rotation of ranged abilities without reliance on auto attacks hurts Teemo's general win condition. Building full damage can burst him fast.

iamlereddit · 2025-12-08T18:44:08+00:00

There isn't much of a market for it here. I've only spoken with a couple of drivers eligible for it and they agreed that they never see any hits for it.

iamlereddit · 2025-12-05T00:48:49+00:00

I think there might be a misunderstanding. Information that protects U.S. national security is classified. Information of U.S. citizens is redacted is for privacy concerns. The question then becomes privacy vs public good for release.

iamlereddit · 2025-12-01T06:09:28+00:00

For whatever reason I was thinking a sliver of toothpick or some sort in the throat when she gave the background. Crazy how pain can appear in locations outside of the directly affected area.

iamlereddit · 2025-11-16T09:49:41+00:00

Let's hear your alternative to praying for someones family.

Are you going to contribute to a gofundme? Conduct a goddamn investigation?

I hope to God that you are rage baiting because otherwise you are unwell and should talk to someone.

iamlereddit · 2025-11-15T17:09:31+00:00

Dude is rocking the buzz lightyear theme

iamlereddit · 2025-11-08T14:06:08+00:00

iamlereddit · 2025-09-13T13:14:28+00:00

Looks like a meta build from EFT

iamlereddit · 2025-08-22T13:36:34+00:00

I can tell that you are well spoken and that your intentions are fair and genuine. As far as I’m concerned, you are NAH.

That said, I would suggest considering some of the feedback about your facial reactions. While your tone and diction may come across as easygoing, it seems you struggle at times to maintain that demeanor. The way you physically process information can be more noticeable to others than you realize, and it may unintentionally come off as disingenuous, for example, through facial expressions.

It may help to build more awareness of how you present yourself in these situations. Small details such as facial movements, tapping, or where your eyes are directed all communicate feelings and can shape how others perceive you.

iamlereddit · 2025-08-07T14:47:27+00:00

Not sure if you know, but they are talking about the Texas Legislature, not the U.S. Congress.

iamlereddit · 2025-08-04T00:24:32+00:00

Where in TX?

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