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Supplemental + TDIU reinstated, CUE spotted for a lawyer

AI (unspecified)Personal story
What they did
Used AI for a supplemental claim; it also flagged a possible CUE from 2007 being prepared for a lawyer.
Reported outcome
Reports 90% reinstated, TDIU granted with 2 years back pay, and a lower attorney fee.
Tool
AI (unspecified)
Source
X post · 2026-05-09
https://x.com/Zaddy_Was_Here/status/2053219135786786970
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