Military Sexual Assault Claims: What Happens When the Evidence is “Cold” but the Trauma is Real

Dec 30, 2025
Jason Castano, Esq.

Filing a VA disability claim for Military Sexual Trauma (MST) can be challenging under any circumstances. But for many veterans, the most difficult barrier isn’t the trauma itself, but instead the time that has passed since the incident. When there are no police reports, no witness statements, and no immediate […]

2026 VA Disability Compensation Rates

Dec 19, 2025
Veterans Disability Info

Each year, VA disability compensation rates are adjusted to reflect changes in the cost of living. For 2026, veterans will see a 2.8% increase in their monthly benefits due to the annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). On October 24, 2025, the Social Security Administration announced a 2.8% COLA for 2026. Because […]

Migraine VA Ratings Explained: From Mild to Prostrating Attacks

Dec 2, 2025
Jason Castano, Esq.

Migraines are more than just bad headaches. This condition involves debilitating neurological events that can interfere with every aspect of a veteran’s life. For those who developed migraines as a result of military service, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers disability compensation. However, successfully filing a claim requires a […]