Or, what if an elective surgery goes awry and complications resulting from the procedure lead to the employee needing accommodations? If youre a Veteran with a disability weve concluded is the result of an illness or injury causedor made worse byyour active-duty service (called a service-connected disability), you may be We encourage those who are impacted by this policy to talk to their local MTF or DTF. Not recommending it, but fuck it. Q4. Contacting us does not create an attorney-client relationship. Additionally, any complications that may occur from any procedure without proper approval will result in 100 percentout of pocket costs as Tricare will not cover this treatment. Yes, absent undue hardship. Washington DC 20310-0107, SUPERSEDED ARMY DIR 2013-24, 11/07/2013; SUPERSEDED ARMY DIR 2019-05, 01/22/2019, 42-ITEM ONLY PRODUCED IN ELECTRONIC MEDIA, A APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE; DISTRIBUTION IS UNLIMITED, ADRP - Army Doctrine References Publications, ATTP - Army Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures, FY Publication Status Report (CAC required for access), Publishing Resources (CAC required for access), PC/PCO/FMO/EPCO Directory (CAC required for access), [email protected], Search Army publications and forms by Number, Title, or Record Detail. The proponent of this regulation is The Surgeon General. This policy applies to all eligible beneficiaries who use our MTFs or DTFs including: Active Duty Service Members, their family members, retirees and their family members, Reserve Component and National Guard service members on active duty or issued a delayed-effective date active duty order, and any other eligible beneficiary. The problem isnt having leave approved or duration, its location. 0000004631 00000 n However, individual MTFs and DTFs may further limit availability based on response demands. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other websites. Convalescent leave is a nonchargeable absence from duty granted to expedite a soldiers return to full duty after illness, injury, or childbirth. The rating criteria ranges from 100 percent to 30 percent disabling. A lock ( In this situation the employee probably would meet the definition of disability as cosmetic disfigurement would be considered an impairment and the recovery from the surgery would limit at least one major life activity--operation of a major bodily function (i.e. These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make to give you better functionality and personal features. Do You Qualify for Long Term Disability Benefits? 54. Personal leave, not convalescent leave, must also be taken for all appointments, surgery and recovery. In order for your squadron commander to make an informed decision, you must first seek approval from the Medical Treatment Facility (MTF) commander. As the knee problem got worse, the Veterans VA doctor recommended surgery to stop more damage from happening. Since the doctor wouldnt know if the surgery was successful until 3 months after the Veterans 1-week stay in the hospital, we granted the Veteran a temporary 100% disability rating for 3 months. Proponent and exception authority. 8 days ago I got a knee surgery and have 30 days of con leave. I had a 2 level fusion, L4 to S1. An official website of the United States government. Ask a military lawyer. Military commanders also have discretion to grant a one-time, non-chargeable emergency leave of absence for up to 14 days In this situation, leave would need to be provided as an accommodation, absent undue hardship. 93 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<8CA4B0A6391D9E4E903822685AD066DE><43AB5F4DF6C9C64EBF59C186F1EF317B>]/Index[77 38]/Info 76 0 R/Length 88/Prev 197951/Root 78 0 R/Size 115/Type/XRef/W[1 3 1]>>stream Can he The 82nd's new structure, because lawn darts need love to. United States Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims (CAVC). 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These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make to give you better functionality and preferences such as text size, fonts and other customizable website elements. Verify what, if any, convalescent leave soldier has had while assigned or attached to hospital, only that portion is authorized which, when added to hospital-approved leave, will not exceed 30 days or 42 days if the reason is pregnancy and childbirth. gogosuperman 1 yr. ago The instruction for paternity leave covered stuff like secondary caregiver and terms similar to that. By using this information, you understand that there is no attorney-client relationship created by you reading or using the information contained on this website or in this newsletter, article, or blog. Probably not. t,Uad8Za8 LQ5b9OLEtw.n8>@2~@q*+M*\Vih-FO:utp*u+TnDZ2E 0si3s9. Situations should be considered on a case-by-case basis and individualized assessments must be done. 628th Medical Group. Soldiers requesting leave, to include convalescent leave, for 30 days or more will follow the same procedures as ordinary leave; however, the approval authority is the The hospital commander or designee is the approval authority for convalescent leave for 30 days or less (42 days after U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCIES have not reviewed this information. 0000001532 00000 n By continuing to use our website, you agree to these updates. These cookies do not store any personal information. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has offered guidance on the provision of leave as an accommodation under the ADA. Temporary hospitalization ratings are assigned to veterans who have been hospitalized for over 21 days as a result of a service-connected condition. The hospital commander or designated representative is the approval authority for convalescent leave for 30 days or less (42 days after normal pregnancy and childbirth). This is specifically for elective surgeries and procedures. I had the same situation. Convalescent leave will not be granted by the Medical Group. This data may be used to help optimize our websites and make them easier for you to navigate. Each of these situations can, and should, be addressed on a case-by-case basis, but can be confusing to work through. They originally put their home address in a different state (so momma can help), but was told to change the address to the barracks. Login. This includes the time you will need to take as personal leave for recovery, as well as the additional length of time during which you will have duty/mobility restrictions. There are two exceptions to the policy, if the MTF or DTF commander or director determines there is adequate capacity to safely authorize a surgery or procedure. Temporary 100 percent convalescence ratings are assigned to veterans who underwent treatment or surgery for a service-connected condition at a VA-approved facility. 0000001304 00000 n A: One family member is welcome to drop off patient in the morning of surgery and can wait in the waiting room until the patient arrives to phase II of post-operative recovery. Not sure about restrictions, but the surgeon said they are able to fly back home once cleared on their follow up appointment. ) or https:// means youve safely connected to the .gov website. The surgery resulted in severe issues, such as: Surgical wounds that havent totally healed; Being unable to move due to being put in splints or casts to help with healing (known as therapeutic immobilizations), Being unable to leave your house (known as house confinement), Being required to use a wheelchair or crutches, Undergone treatment or surgery with a convalescence time of at least of one month; or, Experienced severe postoperative residuals that resulted from surgery (e.g. 8d0y,f/@d ( 6HOH(FW? 5 CLV exceeding 30 days will be controlled at the O5 level, in coordination with the supporting military treatment facility (MTF), the U.S. Army Reserve Command (formerly USARC) Surgeon, or the Regional Support Command Surgeon. How the infection occurred does not matter as much as the impact that the infection is having on the individuals ability to perform a major life activity. Secure .mil websites use HTTPS Ask an Expert Ask a Lawyer Military Law Catherine Cherkasky 44 Satisfied Customers Partner at Golden Law Catherine Cherkasky is online now Continue Related Military Law Questions Authority (Superseded By/Rescinded By) Superseded/Replaced Other Pub/Form. A2. If you worked for my husband, he would have found a way to give you as much free time as necessary without compromising Manning levels or making you burn regular leave. The Army Proponent cannot make Army policy based on law without the Office of the Secretary of Defense guidance. Who do I call if I have questions? Except for maternity convalescent leave, such leave will not exceed 30 days per period of hospitalization. Lock The surgery required a recovery time of at least one month or reports show that the surgery or treatment was for a service-connected disability. In addition, I understand that the SM will have the following profile for a minimum of 30 days: a. Assuming the individual did not need to have cosmetic surgery for reasons related to an underlying medical condition, there is no physical or mental impairment present in this situation and therefore the person would not be covered under the ADA. Find out how to file a claim for disability compensation. (8) may not be transferred to create any kind of shared benefit. What if the cosmetic surgery is to correct a disfigurement? In order for any individual to be entitled to accommodations under the ADA, including leave, they must first meet the definition of disability. hb```f``*``a`ed@ A+slxv`a*``h SF> u7aIR`Y(s0 [u002 H3rH3.~(T!D6~fQ w 8*/|lq p v I%"pxAot]|\pLbp\l0hSU^)O*ptX;?o[b$OV5n]Y.M&i4]&aE,mtlntzl'|jv%8f4*+>DF.Yk:<5mUIl9,V&~ 6y0L^N5 t6MYeA$o|{0jtV^cZ(tXudU6ubE VCYTOh'jXc^o|+93R)#4*se/nMr{D7ZvAj@,3XX}>`IkWpt`w,,0f~U b/|Q_T]e6_eFqumYNJe|wu}\RkK+^3'-bsr}~n-NfK+`OB:gv~R]|%SKV7bn6^#2;eYY%s@|,UFcWFGbh. As the knee problem got worse, the Veterans VA doctor recommended surgery to stop more damage from happening. Today I was told by my NCO that our 1st sgt wants me to move rooms and I have 2 appointments this coming week. hmoFJ Nl_,]r'mNE| f`;;7Q[!`yfH (""G' 3Pc84 U.S. Army Human Resources Command "Soldiers First!" If you suffer long-term complications directly due to your cosmetic surgery that prevent you from performing the required duties of your AFSC, you may forfeit eligibility for disability benefits. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. A cognizant military health authority must determine that such action is medically acceptable. The employee contacted her employer and requested additional leave. Surgeon says hes ok with them going home if everything is ok on post op follow up. JAN consultants take a wide variety of questions about accommodation and often hear of complex and complicated situations. What do I do if I really need my procedure? Convalescent leave is a nonchargeable absence from duty granted to expedite a soldiers return to full duty after illness, injury, or childbirth. The proponent has the authority to approve exceptions or waivers The DOD remains committed to addressing patient concerns and care, and maintaining our capabilities for the national response all while maintaining the readiness of our military force. The VA offers three forms of temporary 100 percent disability ratings: prestabilization, hospitalization, and convalescence. Privacy Policy Note - California IMPORTANT DISCLOSURES: USMILITARY.ORG is a privately owned website and is NOT AFFILIATED with the U.S. GOVERNMENT, U.S. ARMED FORCES, or DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS. As such, your squadron commander must approve the timing of your surgery, taking into consideration your post-operative personal leave and expected length of duty/mobility restrictions. 0000000930 00000 n Find out if you can get this benefit. An official website of the United States Government, Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Hosted by Defense Media Activity - WEB.mil, Align with actions being taken across the nation to conserve vital healthcare resources for expected surges in the COVID-19 public health emergency, Increase medical staff availability to meet projected demand, Conserve bed space, equipment, and supplies, Protect our patients, medical personnel and communities from further exposure and transmission of COVID-19, the procedure is required to maintain the deployability and readiness of service members, a provider determines that postponing the procedure would cause harm to the patient. This information is not a substitute for legal advice. The U.S. I had all the C & P Exams before the surgery. We have updated our Privacy Policy. Logout. Before sharing sensitive information, make sure you're on a federal government site. Did you take ZANTAC regularly and later develop cancer? 628th MDOS commander, When contemplating cosmetic surgery, there are some special considerations to keep in mind. The procedure was expected to be quick and the employee was scheduled to return home the same day. Soldiers are authorized 42 days after pregnancy and childbirth and, Soldiers granted convalescent leave for illness or injury incurred in the line of duty while eligible to receive hostile fire and imminent danger pay under 37 USC 310 are entitled to funded travel and transportation under 37 USC 411a. In general, patients receive 2 weeks of convalescent leave and will be seen in clinic for follow up during that time. March 24, 2020 | Today, the Department issued guidance directing that all Military Medical Treatment Facilities (MTFs) and Dental Treatment Facilities (DTFs) postpone all 77 0 obj <> endobj The 100 percent disability rating will continue until the last day or until the last day of the month in which the veteran stopped receiving treatment for their service-connected condition. As we continue to learn more about how leave as an accommodation can be used in the workplace, situations will arise that arent cut-and-dry. Q7. Who signed the DA-31, the hospital commander or the unit commander? I went home and after about 2 weeks I got a call from my PSG. So I changed my flight and flew back to Polk a couple days later. endstream endobj 78 0 obj <>/Metadata 13 0 R/Pages 75 0 R/StructTreeRoot 25 0 R/Type/Catalog>> endobj 79 0 obj <>/MediaBox[0 0 612 792]/Parent 75 0 R/Resources<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI]/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/StructParents 0/Tabs/S/Type/Page>> endobj 80 0 obj <>stream 0000004603 00000 n The Fort Bragg WRESP was the first refractive surgery program in the Army, opening in May 2000. I t a l s o a p p l i e s d u r i n g mobilization. The Department of Defense provides the military forces needed to deter war and ensure our nation's security. endstream endobj startxref 0000003490 00000 n 9301 Chapek Road., Bldg.1458 Have you been affected by Camp Lejeune water contamination? The site is secure. Company commander. Require confirmation of attending physicians recommendation for convalescent leave from the hospital commander having administrative responsibility, if desirable. Travel entitlements that may be associated with convalescent leave are governed by the JTR. For those who have may have COVID-19 symptoms, we encourage you to call your local treatment facilitys COVID hotline and follow the instructions on how to seek care. CCK Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims Win: VA 1151 Claims, VA Disability Ratings and Benefits for Psoriatic Arthritis, The surgery required a recovery time of at least one month or reports show that the surgery or treatment was for a service-connected condition, and. you viewed to avoid repetition. Likewise, treatment of any surgical complications are at personal expense. Cosmetic surgery is considered a type of elective surgeryone that does not treat a medical condition or improve function or overall health. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising. 2020 Oklahoma Army Surplus, get the rules for using convalescent leave and download and print all DA 31 and Army Regulation 600-8-10 Leave and Passes Regulation. If you had surgery, both of these must be true for you: If you didnt have surgery, this must be true: You had one or more major joints immobilized by a cast. Veterans who undergo surgery as a result of a service-connected condition may be eligible for a temporary 100 percent disability rating. Convalescent leave is a non-chargeable absence from duty granted to expedite a military members return to full duty after illness, injury or childbirth, typically Prescribed Forms/Prescribing Directive. I started my MEB in March 2010 and got my findings back Oct 2010. But what about cases where someone might not initially be covered under the ADA, but complications arise during a medical procedure and an accommodation request is made? Lets consider an example related to a request for leave for cosmetic surgery. 0000000684 00000 n Are you recovering from surgery or a disability related to your military service thats left you unable to move? DA FORM 31, DA FORM 4179. This website adheres to the W3Cs AA Accessibility guidelines. A7. Work through your MTF or DTF; each facility can address your concerns, and can provide guidance on rescheduling and how to proceed. ACTIVE. The approval authorities establish procedures for granting convalescent leave. The .gov means its official. Veterans who receive a 100 percent prestabilization rating are suffering from an unstable condition incurred in service that will result in a severe disability. In the previous two situations we looked at cases where a person doesnt meet the definition of disability and cases where it would easily be determined that an individual does meet the definition of disability. A22: No, Soldiers are only authorized to take leave as outlined in AR 600-8-10 para 5-5. A .mil website belongs to an official government organization in the United States. Is there anything in 600-8-10 or a different reg(I cant find anything) that prevents or allows a soldier to go home once cleared by their surgeon while on con leave? %%EOF No field duty or driving military vehicles b. Choose which Defense.gov products you want delivered to your inbox. Rules to use convalescent leave. Convalescent leave is a nonchargeable absence. from duty granted to expedite a soldiers return to full duty after illness, injury, or childbirth. The hospital commander or designee is the. approval authority for convalescent leave for 30 days or less (42 days after. normal pregnancy and childbirth). Right? Without these cookies, services you have asked for cannot be provided. Further extensions of one to six more months following the initial six-month period may also be granted at the discretion of VA. As mentioned above, VA should grant a temporary total rating following surgery for a service-connected condition. If you obtain cosmetic surgery without your squadron commanders approval, you can be subject to disciplinary action. Furthermore, if veterans have the surgery at a non-VA facility, they should inform VA about the procedure right away in order to ensure they will have access to benefits. In these types of situations an employee who was having breast reconstruction surgery would be covered under the ADA as an individual with either a current impairment or a record of impairment, as cancer is one impairment that should easily be found to substantially limit a major life activity. Examples of cosmetic surgeries include breast augmentation, liposuction, rhinoplasty (nose-job) and abdominoplasty (tummy tuck). The Soldiers commanding officer or the hospital commander may grant convalescent leave to patients not yet fit for duty. Nothing happened to me. MTFs and DTFs will continue to conduct surgeries and procedures to save lives and avoid further harm from underlying conditions or diseases, or where the risk of delaying the procedure outweighs all other considerations. JAN provides free, confidential technical assistance about job accommodations and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Since its opening in 1944 as a temporary hospital for war wounded, If you are enrolled to one of the JB Charleston clinics and are considering elective surgery, contact your primary care team by leaving a telephone message or using secure messaging. Typically, knee replacement patients are able to leave the hospital within 1 to 5 days (often 2 or 3), and they can take care of themselves and resume most activities 6 weeks c. Leave Over 30 Days. This is essential to preserve unit readiness. 0000001083 00000 n This time frame is contingent on the veterans condition. As stated above, in light of the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), any physiological disorder or condition affecting one or more body system would be considered an impairment. Stop giving such a fuck about ACH chin straps, Jesus Christ, Press J to jump to the feed. 0000006441 00000 n Id be more concerned that when doctors with medical training and whom are considered a competent medical authority have their recommendations for con leave thrown out the window because some inbred O-3 determines 2 weeks is enough for your ACL reconstruction or Achilles repair to heal. Step 1 - Obtain a copy of your procedure records from your off-base provider, ideally before your procedure. Q3. Individuals may accrue up to 60 days of leave, or up to 120 days under certain circumstances. CLV exceeding 30 days will be controlled at the O5 level, in coordination with the supporting military treatment facility (MTF), the U.S. Army Reserve Command (formerly USARC) An official website of the United States government. also download pure edge viewer and lotus viewer at daform31.com. United States Army Human Resources Command "Soldiers First!" The official website for Madigan Army Medical Center Located on Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Madigan Army Medical Center comprises a network of Army medical facilities located in Washington and California that serve more than 100,000 active duty service members, their families and retirees. Any impacted patient (whose procedure will be postponed) will be contacted either by phone or a means that will confirm receipt. In this case, the employer would need to provide leave for the employee to recover from surgery, absent undue hardship, and consider accommodations so that the employee could return to work while wearing the protective arm dressing. I Think the MEB people just waited until my 30 day conv leave was up and forwarded my package to the PEB. The policy applies to covered Soldiers who are birth Mothers or Fathers, same-sex couples, as well as adoptive and surrogate parents. These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. If soldier voluntarily desires to return to duty after less than 42 days leave, physician must approve. An official website of the United States government, Lt. Col. Christie Smetana The https:// ensures that you're connecting to the official website and that any information you provide is encrypted and sent securely. Federal government websites often end in .gov or .mil. If the soldier is not hospitalized, unit commander is the approval authority (AR 600-8-10 para 55). Q5. L. That doesnt really answer location though. Do you have a disability that isnt listed on this site as being linked to military service? PSG swung by the Bs and I was already gone fishing. These cookies dont collect information that identifies you. Requests for leave to undergo cosmetic or elective surgeries can sometimes fall under the ADA and should not automatically be dismissed or denied. If you are within six months of an established separation or retirement date, you must also obtain approval from the Air Force Personnel Center, Medical Standards Branch, prior to proceeding with, Air Installations Compatible Use Zones Study March 2019, Hosted by Defense Media Activity - WEB.mil. convalescent leave, caregiver (primary or secondary) leave, ordinary leave. The unit commander is the approval authority for up to 30 days convalescent leave (42 days after normal pregnancy and childbirth) for a soldier returning to duty after illness or injury. Step 1 - Obtain a copy of your procedure records from your off-base provider, ideally before your procedure. (7) may not be disapproved by a commander. The Soldier will submit ordinary leave for Guard/Army National Guard of the United States, and the U.S. Army Reserve, unless o t h e r w i s e s t a t e d . Convalescent leave a. The temporary 100% rating may continue for 1 to 3 monthsdepending on your unique case. No. Site Map. Ready to Pull Some Cash? 0000003206 00000 n No Any time spent in surgery or convalescing from surgery is time you are not available to execute the mission. Jan 24, 2012. An Army policy will be created once the Office of the Secretary of Defense Policy guidance is published. 3. Of course, if other options to take leave (i.e. Requested a formal and that was Dec 15, 2010. Again, an individual making a request for accommodation must meet the definition of disability under the ADA. Yes, especially if the Medical provider writes that you need physical assistance for self-care. In recent years there has been an increased focus on how employers address requests from employees for a leave of absence. The employee knew that he would not eligible for leave under the FMLA, but requested leave under the ADA. What will Military Medical and Dental Treatment Facilities continue in terms of offering services that are non-COVID related? Now just waiting for the VA to do a reconsideration. You can download a convalescent leave request form here with all the required information. Second and third degree burns to his arms and face had warranted the need for reconstructive surgeries over the years. 5 Reply snowdude1026 Military Police 21 days ago Would the employer have to consider providing leave when the initial procedure was elective? The convalescent leave is being granted subsequent This is what happens when there is no war, no direction My buddy (former Army Sgt) started selling cars recently. Check Eligibility in 2 Minutes, Bad or No Credit? For instance, which pages you go to most. Back in April of 2022, 12 new policies were announced that were part of the I realize that after surgery, the Soldier will have at least 4 days up to 7 days of convalescent leave. Asking for a friend as I cant find anything in the regs. 4.71a Code 5055. The individual patients provider team or MTF patient advocate office are standing by to answer any questions that affected individuals may have. By Lt. Col. Christie Smetana, commander The following examples illustrate the various types of issues related to accommodation requests for cosmetic surgery. SUPERSEDED These cookies are essential so that you can move around the website and use its features. My ratings were unaffected because of the surgery, but I had a medical device implanted. An employee elects to have a rhinoplasty (nose job) and an abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) and will need four weeks of leave while recuperating. 0000001841 00000 n Rules to grant convalescent leave when soldiers return to unit after illness or injury Unit commanders may grant up to a maximum of 30 days convalescent leave during one continuous period to soldiers who have been returned to duty after illness or injury. The information these cookies collect will not personally identify you, and they cannot track your browsing activity on other websites. We will continue to provide routine appointments and exams, such as check-ups, specialty consultations, and prenatal visits at this point in time. Nov 19, 2017. Oshkosh, Wisconsin, was awarded a $141million contract What's your biggest army red flag for people being shady? 0 According to 38 CFR 4.28, a 100 percent prestabilization rating is only assigned if substantially gainful employment is not feasible or advisable. In order for VA to reduce a veterans prestabilization rating, a reevaluation must be conducted to assess the status of their condition. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. #10. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Rules to use convalescent leave Convalescent leave is a nonchargeable absence from duty granted to expedite a soldiers return to full duty after illness, injury, or childbirth. They may also be used to keep track of what [products, video, links, etc.] But what if the surgery is purely cosmetic or elective? Situations where surgery is needed to correct a cosmetic disfigurement can be easier to address just by referencing how the EEOC has defined impairment under the ADA. Would the employer need to provide the leave? When you visit web sites, they may store or retrieve data in your web browser. (2) Any mental or psychological disorder, such as an intellectual disability (formerly termed "mental retardation"), organic brain syndrome, emotional or mental illness, and specific learning disabilities. Fort Belvoir, VA 22060 #9. In the executive order, the President stated: To ensure that our healthcare system is able to surge capacity and capability to respond to the spread of COVID-19, it is critical that all health and medical resources needed to respond to the spread of COVID-19 are properly distributed to the Nations healthcare system and others that need them most at this time.. Lets look at a more specific example. Cosmetic surgery must also be approved by your squadron commander. This rating is also assigned to those who remain under hospital observation for more than 21 days at the expense of the Department of Veterans Affairs. Elective surgeries and procedures are those that are not urgent and can be rescheduled for a later date. Official websites use .mil After working for his company for nine months, the employee requested 6 weeks of leave to undergo a reconstructive burn surgery on his arm. The team will assist you in the process and connect you with the Health Benefits Coordinators, who can provide you additional information. They do not store directly personal information, but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device. Examples include but are not limited to: laser surgery, hernia repair, non-emergent back surgery, colonoscopies, and joint replacements. Q2. CCK Recognized for Donations to American Veterans Disabled For Life Memorial, CCK Successfully Argues for a Precedential Decision About Protected Work Environment, A Day in the Life of a Paralegal (Claims Advocate) at CCK. 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