Burnley v. Shulkin

John Burnley appeals a decision of the United States Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims (“Veterans Court”). Burnley alleges that he was assaulted by another service-member during his time in service in 1972, resulting in a lower back disability that continues to this day. The Board of Veterans’ Appeals (“Board”) found Burn-ley’s testimony and supporting evidence not credible and denied Burnley’s claim for disability compensation. The Veterans Court affirmed. We dismiss Burnley’s appeal for lack of jurisdiction.

Background

Burnley served in the Marine Corps from February 4, 1972, to February…