Veterans Disability Info Blog

For veterans in Florida, VA disability benefits provide vital financial support and access to healthcare for conditions stemming from military service. Unfortunately, many veterans face the frustrating reality of receiving a denied claim or a lower-than-expected disability rating. While this can feel like a setback, it’s important to understand that […]

Filing for VA disability benefits can be overwhelming, especially when you’re dealing with the physical and emotional impact of a service-connected condition. From understanding the claims process to gathering the right documentation, there are plenty of opportunities for confusion or delay. Fortunately, if you’re a veteran living in Virginia, you’re […]

One of the most common questions veterans have after receiving VA disability compensation is whether they can still work. The answer isn’t always straightforward—it depends on the type of disability rating you’ve been assigned and whether you’re receiving benefits under a special status like Total Disability Based on Individual Unemployability […]

VA Disability Benefit Quirk Results in Double Payment in August Veterans who rely on monthly disability benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will see a modest financial boost in 2025, thanks to a 2.5% cost-of-living increase in their payments. While the raise may be small, there’s good news […]

Waiting for a decision on your VA disability claim can be one of the most frustrating parts of the process. Not only can it take a long time to get a decision from the VA, but there is never a clear timeline on how long it will take. Veterans across […]

Eric Gang, founder of Gang & Associates, was recently profiled in International Business Times in a feature article titled “Fighting for Veterans, Not Fees: Eric Gang’s Mission to Protect the Vulnerable and Reform the Veterans Legal System.” The piece highlights Gang’s dedication to representing disabled veterans in some of the […]

The debilitating symptoms of military sexual trauma (MST) can last a lifetime if left untreated. The psychological and physical effects of trauma resulting from sexual assault or harassment during military service can lead to the development of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, and related conditions. MST Psychotherapy Approaches Fortunately, […]

The thought of approaching a VA disability claim on your own might seem daunting. There are many aspects of the claims process that can be complicated, from gathering medical evidence to proving a service connection. Unfortunately, even legitimate claims can face delays, low ratings, or even denials based on minor […]

Washington, D.C.—On March 5, 2025, the Supreme Court issued a significant decision in Bufkin v. McDonough, impacting the appeals process for veterans seeking disability benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The 7-2 decision clarifies the standard of review that the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims (Veterans […]

On March 5, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court handed down a major decision in Bufkin v. McDonough. For veterans dealing with denied disability claims, this ruling could directly affect how your appeal is reviewed and decided. Bufkin v. McDonough and the Benefit-Of-The-Doubt Rule In this case, two veterans, Joshua Bufkin […]