SUPREME COURT DROPS EARTH-SHAKING 7-2 DECISION

January 12, 2026 by Nadia

The case involved veterans Joshua Bufkin and Norman Thornton, who were denied PTSD benefits despite presenting substantial evidence.

Under the old standard, such closely contested cases often

favored veterans, but the Court’s decision now requires overwhelming proof of a VA mistake before a denial can be overturned.

This shift places a heavier burden on veterans seeking disability benefits.