What Type of Anxiety Is Considered A VA Disability?

Apr 10, 2024
Veterans Disability Info

Anxiety disorders are a prevalent mental health concern among veterans, affecting a significant percentage of individuals who have served in the military. The VA recognizes that these disorders can have a profound impact on the lives and overall well-being of veterans. Therefore, the VA has established anxiety VA ratings for a […]

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 […]

How Veterans File a VA Claim for Military Sexual Trauma

Apr 2, 2024
Veterans Disability Info

Military sexual assault can have far-reaching physical, emotional, and psychological effects on its victims. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers health care and disability benefits to compensate veterans and help them recover from these traumatic incidents. But winning VA benefits for military sexual trauma (MST) isn’t easy. Collecting evidence, […]

Camp Lejeune Settlement Timeline

Apr 1, 2024
Jason Castano, Esq.

Thanks to the passing of the Camp Lejeune Justice Act, Congress has created a way for eligible Veteran and their families to receive compensation for for medical issues caused by toxic exposure at Camp Lejeune, but this money will not be available forever.  If you believe you are entitled to […]

VA Benefits for Plantar Fasciitis

Mar 28, 2024
Jason Castano, Esq.

Plantar fasciitis (PLAN-tur fas-e-I-tis) is one of the most common causes of heel pain in Veterans. It involves inflammation of a thick band of tissue that runs across the bottom of each foot and connects the heel bone to the toes, known as the plantar fascia. Plantar fasciitis commonly causes […]

Raising Awareness: The Link Between Service and Schizophrenia

Mar 23, 2024
Veterans Disability Info

When an incident or event during your qualifying active service in the U.S. Military causes an injury or illness, VA disability healthcare coverage and tax-free VA compensation payments may be available. In the 21st century, there is an increasingly recognized link between mental health conditions and the trauma and other […]

Understanding VA Disability Ratings for Anxiety

Mar 20, 2024
Veterans Disability Info

Alongside the physical injuries and trauma endured during their time in service, veterans often grapple with mental health issues like anxiety. Anxiety disorders are especially prevalent among veterans. For veterans experiencing anxiety as a result of their military service, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provides anxiety VA ratings to […]