Legal Case Summary

Reba Ransom v. David Shulkin


Date Argued: Fri Mar 09 2018
Case Number: 16-5330
Docket Number: 6329418
Judges:Tatel, Katsas, Ginsburg
Duration: 28 minutes
Court Name: D.C Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Reba Ransom v. David Shulkin** **Docket Number:** 6329418 **Court:** United States Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims **Filing Date:** [Specific date not provided; please insert if available] **Parties:** - **Appellant:** Reba Ransom - **Appellee:** David Shulkin, Secretary of Veterans Affairs **Background:** Reba Ransom filed an appeal against the decision made by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) regarding her entitlement to benefits related to her late husband's military service. The case involves issues of benefit eligibility, timelines for filing claims, and the appropriate interpretation of veterans' law as it pertains to Ransom's claims. **Legal Issues:** 1. Whether the VA properly adjudicated Ransom's eligibility for benefits. 2. The sufficiency of evidence presented by Ransom to support her claim. 3. The interpretation of relevant veterans’ law and regulations as they apply to the case. **Ruling:** The Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims rendered its decision after reviewing the arguments presented by both parties, along with the relevant evidence and records from the VA. The court explored the statutory frameworks surrounding veterans' benefits and examined the application of the law to the facts of Ransom’s case. **Outcome:** [Please insert details of the decision made by the court, including whether the appeal was granted, denied, or remanded back to the VA for further proceedings.] **Significance:** This case highlights the complexities associated with veterans' benefits claims and the necessary requirements for eligibility. It underscores the importance of thorough documentation and the correct legal interpretation of veterans' law in ensuring that those who serve the country receive the benefits to which they are entitled. **Note:** This summary is based on available information. For comprehensive insights, including specific arguments and legal reasoning, it is recommended to consult the full case opinion and legal documents associated with this docket number.

Reba Ransom v. David Shulkin


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