Proving VA Claims for Sleep Apnea Secondary to Rhinitis

Jul 30, 2024
Veterans Disability Info

Allergic rhinitis is a common condition among veterans, often resulting from exposure to toxic substances such as airborne burn pit toxins and Agent Orange. Many veterans diagnosed with allergic rhinitis may subsequently develop sleep apnea. When allergic rhinitis triggers or aggravates sleep apnea, the resulting conditions can severely impact productivity, […]

Types of Disabilities Recognized by the VA

Jul 29, 2024
Brandon Jonas, Esq.

Every veteran who has served their country honorably has the right to file a VA claim for disability compensation for disabling conditions related to their military service. The VA uses a collection of federal regulations referred to as the VA Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD or rating schedule) to evaluate […]

Service Connecting Tinnitus and Sleep Apnea to Increase VA Rating

Jul 24, 2024
Veterans Disability Info

As experienced VA disability lawyers, we know that sleep apnea and tinnitus are common and often debilitating conditions observed among military veterans. Current scientific research indicates a potential correlation between the two, suggesting that tinnitus may qualify as a secondary condition to sleep apnea.  Veterans diagnosed with both sleep apnea […]