Veterans Disability Info Blog

For many veterans, achieving a 100 percent VA disability rating means access to the highest level of compensation. But navigating the path to full disability can be complicated. Misinformation, misunderstandings, and mistakes can delay or derail your claim. You deserve the benefits that you earned during your service, and having […]

Your claim for VA benefits has been denied, and you’re deciding what to do next. You can appeal through the Board of Veterans’ Appeals (BVA), but it’s crucial to understand the process before acting. There are three avenues you can take when going through the appeals process: This article examines […]

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced in February that the backlog of disability compensation and pension claims has fallen below 100,000 for the first time since May 2020. This marks a major milestone in the VA’s ongoing efforts to ensure veterans receive the benefits they’ve earned in a timely […]

In February, the Department of Veterans Affairs issued an important rule that changes how VA disability claims are evaluated. This rule affects how medication and medical treatment are considered when the VA assigns disability ratings. For disabled veterans who rely on treatment to manage service-connected conditions, this rule has real […]

As a community, it is important that we celebrate those who have served outside of dedicated holidays like Veterans Day. After all, their service provided us with rights we enjoy year-round. This includes ensuring that veterans get the most from their hard-earned VA disability benefits. While these benefits are primarily […]

When veterans file a VA disability claim, they’re often required to get a C&P exam. The Compensation and Pension exam is more than just a doctor’s visit. It’s one of the most important steps in the disability claims process. Knowing what to expect and how the C&P exam can impact […]

Divorce is never easy, but for veterans with a service-connected disability, it can be even more complicated. This is especially true for veterans diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). While divorce is a personal and family issue, it can have ripple effects on your VA disability compensation. The good news […]

As the calendar turns and a new year begins, many people use this time to reassess goals and personal well-being. For veterans living with service-connected disabilities, it’s also the perfect moment to take a closer look at their benefits from the VA. Every year, the circumstances surrounding a veteran’s health […]

Our founder, Eric Gang, was recently featured in an article examining an important and timely issue in the VA disability space: how to balance veterans’ access to help with the protections built into the VA benefits system. The Law & Crime article explores the growing number of private companies offering […]

Filing a VA disability claim for Military Sexual Trauma (MST) can be challenging under any circumstances. But for many veterans, the most difficult barrier isn’t the trauma itself, but instead the time that has passed since the incident. When there are no police reports, no witness statements, and no immediate […]