Author Archives: Michael W. Roof

Camp Lejeune Exposures

Posted on June 27, 2017

In the early 1980’s two wells were found to be contaminated at Camp Lejeune, N.C. The contaminants were trichloroethylense (TCE), and metal greaser, and perchloroethylene (PCE), a dry cleaning agent, and vinyl chloride, as well as benzene and other compounds. … Continue reading →

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Burn Pits

Posted on October 28, 2013

Burn Pits 10/23/2013 It seems that every war or conflict has its own set of “health issues” for veterans. For the Korean Conflict, it was frost bite. For Vietnam there are 16 presumptive illnesses from exposure to Agent Orange. For … Continue reading →

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Agent Orange Exposure Benefits

Posted on September 27, 2013

VIETNAM VETERANS By Michael Roof 9/23/2013 Starting in February 1961, United States military personnel began to ascend upon Vietnam. During the Vietnam War, between 1962 and 1971, the United States military sprayed nearly 20,000,000 US gallons of material containing chemical … Continue reading →

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Register for VA Healthcare!

Posted on August 8, 2013

When someone enlists into the military, future healthcare is probably not one of the main reasons for joining. Many veterans believe that several years after serving they can just walk into a VA hospital and get healthcare. This is simply … Continue reading →

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VA Pension Poachers

Posted on July 1, 2013

Have you ever gone on vacation and been approached to attend a “free lunch” to hear about purchasing yearly housing opportunities in that location? Veterans and their surviving spouses are being approached in a very similar way. In a 2007 … Continue reading →

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GET HELP ASAP!

Posted on February 4, 2013

A great veteran was gunned down this weekend. Chris Kyle, a former Navy SEAL described as the most prolific sniper in American military history, was gunned down by suspect Eddie Ray Routh. Routh, a 25 year old Iraq veteran, is … Continue reading →

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Struggling in life?

Posted on January 10, 2013

From time to time, we all need something to help us cope with life. I listen to music or workout. Some people read a book, call a friend or engage in a hobbie. Some veterans struggle utilizing good coping skills … Continue reading →

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Keeping track of your DD214!

Posted on January 7, 2013

I have been amazed by the number of veterans that have come into the office and  provide a pristine original discharge paper (DD214).   Those DD214s were  sealed and only brought out of the safe for special occasions.   More often, service … Continue reading →

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Memorial Day

Posted on May 19, 2012

As Memorial Day approaches, we look forward to the cook outs and family gatherings, but let’s not lose sight about what the holiday is truly about. As a time of remembrance for those who fought to keep this great country … Continue reading →

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