Veterans Disability Info Blog

Time has almost run out to file a claim based on exposure to toxic drinking water at Camp Lejeune. The deadline is August 10, 2024, and it represents the last opportunity to seek justice after developing serious health issues caused by the hazardous conditions at Camp Lejeune.  For years, veterans […]

In December 2023, the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) completed a study evaluating whether there is an income disparity between veterans who receive VA disability compensation and those who don’t. The answer is “yes.” Key Facts & Stats About Veteran Disability Compensation It is important to note that in a study […]

According to the Department of Veterans Affairs, nearly 25% of the VA’s patient population has diabetes. The disease remains a leading cause of blindness, end-stage renal disease, and amputation among veterans. For many, managing diabetes is critical to improving their quality of life and preventing severe complications, especially in the […]

Those veterans who honorably served their country in the armed forces may be entitled to tax-free, monthly VA disability compensation if they have one or more service-connected conditions with a disability rating of 10% or more. Eligible veterans are awarded such compensation in acknowledgment from the federal government that what […]

So you’re ready to file your claim for VA disability, which is the entitlement of every eligible veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military. If you are still on active service and your separation date is within 180 to 90 days, you may be eligible for the […]

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, […]

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 […]

Our military veterans have made many personal sacrifices on behalf of their country. As a result, they may face different health issues, including mental health disorders, both on active duty and even years after service. Veterans are much more likely to suffer a mental health disorder than civilians. This is […]

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 […]

Infertility is arguably a much larger issue in the military than in the general public. This is partly due to the high demands of service and frequent moves that can delay service members to delay having children. Up until March 11, 2024, the VA only provided in vitro fertilization (IVF) […]