“I believe that had it not been for the intervention and assistance of Congresswoman Esty this August, I would still be waiting for my claim to be approved to start receiving my benefits.”

September 10, 2014

William Burson of Avon is a Vietnam War veteran who was exposed to Agent Orange during his service. Mr. Burson reached out to my office after experiencing bureaucratic delays for a year with his claim for benefits through the Veterans Benefits Administration. My office was able to cut through the red tape, and secure Mr. Burson’s service-connected disability benefits in less than three weeks.

“I believe that had it not been for the intervention and assistance of Congresswoman Esty this August, I would still be waiting for my claim to be approved to start receiving my benefits.”

William Burson, Avon