Category: General

New Rule Offers VA Benefits for Veterans With ‘Bad Paper’

May 22, 2024
Veterans Disability Info

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recently announced a new rule that will significantly impact tens of thousands of veterans previously denied benefits due to less-than-honorable discharges. The new rule takes effect on June 25 and will allow veterans with mental illness, traumatic brain injury (TBI), or other extenuating circumstances to be considered for full VA benefits. The rule change […]

We Believe in Military Sexual Trauma (MST) Survivors

Apr 17, 2024
Brandon Jonas, Esq.

Sexual Assault Awareness Month is recognized annually in the U.S. every April. This year marks the 23rd anniversary of this campaign. Its mission is profound: to raise awareness of sexual violence around the world and show support for survivors. During this month, the VA works especially hard in an effort […]

3 Warning Signs of VA Benefits Scams Targeting Veterans

Apr 9, 2024
Veterans Disability Info

Navigating the complexities of VA disability benefits can be challenging enough without the added stress of falling victim to a scam. The passage of the PACT Act in 2022 has unfortunately exposed veterans to unaccredited and unqualified individuals who seek to profit off veterans and their families. The Federal Trade […]

The Journey to Justice: How We Stand with Our Military

Apr 8, 2024
Veterans Disability Info

Individuals who have served in the U.S. Military, veterans, have provided an invaluable service to the country. In recognition of the contributions of veterans to the U.S., we are proud to stand behind our veteran clients in helping them realize their legal goals. We are able to stand with our […]

Temporary Disability Retirement List and 70% Ratings

Feb 14, 2024
Thomas Roughneen, Esq.

Working together, VA disability lawyer Eric Gang, Esq. and CitizenSoldierLaw teamed up to contact the Army PEB President at Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA) where the U.S. Army Physical Evaluation Board Is located at Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234 In this Temporary Disability Retirement List (TRDL) Reevaluation formal PEB hearing, […]

Veterans Disability in the News: Analysis and Implications

Feb 13, 2024
Veterans Disability Info

Two of the most highly reported subjects concerning veterans in the news are the new benefits available to some veterans and their families through the PACT Act, and also scams that have been targeting veterans and military families.  The PACT Act is Expanding Access to Benefits for Some Veterans  In […]