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When you file a claim for disability, Veterans Affairs will often ask you to have an examination. These are called a VA Claim Exam or a Compensation and Pension (C&P) Exam. They are very important, especially for getting disability payments…

Most veterans who have some pre-existing conditions may believe that VA will reject their claims for an aggravated condition since it existed prior to the service. Most often, these aggravated injuries are depicted by veterans as an exacerbation of their…

Veterans are eligible for compensation and other disability benefits, especially if they acquired an injury during their years of service. One of the most recent changes in Veterans Affairs (VA) is the passing of a benefit that gives each veteran…

VA claims assistance and ratings often make errors that are rarely due to missing information during the examination process. If you are a veteran who has applied for VA disability benefits, it is important that you understand the VA Cue…

As we wrap up 2022, brand-new ventures will take effect in 2023 for veterans receiving compensation benefits. Beginning on January 1, 2023, the monthly payments approved by Veterans Affairs will see an 8.7% increase. See Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Information for…

A veteran who is unable to work may be entitled to a service-connected disability called Total Disability based on Individual Unemployability (TDIU), which provides monthly compensation for veterans. Although veterans who are eligible for this VA benefit may still be…

A number of veterans who served their time in an active line of duty may have experienced some form of exposure to hazardous chemicals. It has the potential to cause severe skin conditions that can lead to health complications.  As…

There are a significant number of benefits that veterans can acquire after their service in the military. One of them is healthcare benefits for both mental and physical care.  The VASRD (Veterans Affairs Schedule for Rating Disabilities) understands that health…

Your VA disability rating will determine the amount of compensation you are eligible for, depending on the severity of your disability. It is a gauge of how it is impeding your current ability to live and function. Understanding your VA…

Veterans Day is an annual federal holiday dedicated to recognizing, remembering, and paying tribute to veterans who served in the Armed Forces, both living and deceased. The meaning of Veterans Day gives importance to the sacrifices of veterans and their…

During their military service, veterans may come into contact with toxic chemicals or other hazardous materials that have the potential to inflict serious injuries. Even though most toxic exposures are hard to spot, they can cause veterans serious health problems…

PTSD, or Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, is a mental health condition that develops in some people who have experienced shocking or dangerous events. This ailment is a more common condition that primarily impacts military personnel, and amongst the affected are…