or relies on a strong analogy to clear precedent, then there is reason to believe that reversal is unlikely. Conversely, delving into an area with little precedent increases the chances of a different ruling on appeal. Another objective factor to consider is the number of rulings involved in reaching the final conclusion. As the number of rulings increases, the likelihood that the final conclusion will be modified or reversed on appeal necessarily increases. Additionally, because the Federal Circuit’s jurisdiction is limited to review of our interpretations of law and regulation, the focus is not on the specific facts of the case to be stayed. See 38 U.S.C. § 7292; Forshey v. Principi 284 F.3d 1335, 1359 (Fed.Cir.2002) (en banc); Prenzler v. Derwinski 928 F.2d 392, 393 (Fed.Cir.1991) (<HOLDING>). Simply put, because the Federal Circuit can
recognizing that the federal circuits review of our statutory and regulatory interpretation will be conducted de novo recognizing that the standard of review for issues of statutory interpretation and construction is de novo holding statutory interpretation is subject to de novo review recognizing de novo standard of review holding that we review issues of statutory interpretation de novo