Veterans Disability Info Blog

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, is a progressive neurodegenerative condition that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord, resulting in muscle weakness, loss of motor function, and respiratory failure. According to studies cited by the VA and the Department of Defense, veterans are […]

Back pain is one of the most frequently claimed service-connected conditions among veterans. The unfortunate reality is that the extent of these claims is commonly underrated. For many veterans, back pain isn’t a constant, unchanging experience. Instead, it comes in painful and unpredictable episodes—commonly known as flare-ups—that can leave you […]

In December 2024, the Department of Veterans Affairs acknowledged that numerous PACT Act disability claims were handled incorrectly. According to a VA Office of Inspector General (OIG) report, claims processors required unnecessary exams, exam results went unchecked or unexplored, and processing staff sought medical opinions for conditions already presumed by […]

Gulf War Syndrome is a complex condition affecting thousands of veterans who served in the Persian Gulf. This term is used to describe a range of largely unexplained illnesses linked to those who served in the 1991 Gulf War.  Characterized by a range of unexplained symptoms, this condition has left […]

In November 2024, the Department of Veterans Affairs published a proposed update to amend how neurological conditions and seizure disorders are evaluated under VA’s disability pay structure. The changes are part of a major overhaul of the Schedule for Rating Disabilities, aiming to modernize rating methods in step with current […]

Veteran disability attorney Eric Gang was recently featured in International Business Times for his editorial, “Why America’s Veterans Deserve Nutritional Education, Not Just Compensation: The Nutritional Crisis We Can’t Ignore.” In the piece, Gang sheds light on an overlooked national issue: the growing nutritional and health crisis among U.S. veterans. […]

During the Vietnam War, the U.S. military used a powerful herbicide called Agent Orange to clear dense vegetation. Decades later, many veterans exposed to it are now living with serious health conditions linked to that toxic exposure. If you’re a Vietnam veteran in Illinois, it’s important to understand that the […]

Accessing the benefits you rightfully earned through military service can be unexpectedly difficult. While the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) exists to support former service members, the process of applying for and securing VA benefits is anything but straightforward. Complex rules, extensive paperwork, and long wait times leave many veterans […]

Securing the right VA disability rating can make a significant difference in your financial stability and access to essential benefits, but the process can be complex. If you’re a veteran living in North Carolina, it helps to know exactly how to navigate the system and use every resource to your […]

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is one of the most common service-connected mental health conditions among veterans. For many who served, especially in combat or high-stress environments, the effects of trauma don’t fade after returning home. Instead, they follow veterans into daily life, impacting relationships, work, and overall well-being. Fortunately, the […]