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 […]
Veterans and their families who have developed conditions as a result of burn pit exposure can be entitled to expanded VA disability benefits through recent law.In August 2022, the PACT Act was signed into law, providing expanded VA disability compensation opportunities for veterans, their family members, and caregivers who have […]
When a veteran dies as a result of a service-connected disability, some of the survivors of the veteran may be entitled to a tax-free monthly benefit known as Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC). While there are specific eligibility rules, the surviving spouses, children, and parents generally qualify to collect DIC. […]
If you are service-connected for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), then your PTSD VA rating is determined by 38 C.F.R. § 4.130—Schedule of Ratings for Mental Disorders. This regulation allows ratings of either 10, 30, 50, 70, or 100 for PTSD, depending on the severity of your condition. How to Qualify […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Our VA disability law firm is committed to advocating for the best interests of persons who have heeded the call of duty and served in the U.S. Military or other qualifying organizations. If you or a loved one served in the military and an event or incident caused an injury […]
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
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 […]