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Entitlement to a total disability rating based on individual unemployability (TDIU) is remanded.

January 30, 2026Citation Nr. 26001426Docket 13-28 745Ava.gov source

  • Total disability rating based on individual unemployability (TDIU)Remanded
DecisionAnalysis

Board reasoning

The Board remands for further development to obtain SSA earnings/income reports and SSA records, complete the accrual of evidence, and secure missing work history information; it cites prior remands and the need to ensure substantial compliance with remand directives to satisfy due process and properly adjudicate entitlement to TDIU.

Issues

  • Total disability rating based on individual unemployability (TDIU)Remanded

Authorities

  • Stegall v. West, 11 Vet. App. 268Remand for failure to ensure compliance with remand orders.

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