Veterans Disability Info Blog

Veterans Disability Attorney Eric Gang was recently featured in Foreign Affairs Observer to discuss an important issue: when does National Guard service qualify as active duty for veterans’ benefits? As National Guard units are increasingly deployed in response to crime and unrest, Eric explained that the difference between being activated […]

National Guard members often serve with distinction, balancing civilian life with military commitments, but their eligibility for U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits can be confusing. Whether or not National Guard members qualify depends on how and when they are activated for duty. The key factor is whether service […]

For veterans in Florida, VA disability benefits provide vital financial support and access to healthcare for conditions stemming from military service. Unfortunately, many veterans face the frustrating reality of receiving a denied claim or a lower-than-expected disability rating. While this can feel like a setback, it’s important to understand that […]

Military Sexual Trauma (MST) is a deeply personal and often invisible wound that affects many veterans across the country—including in Illinois. MST refers to sexual assault or repeated, threatening sexual harassment that occurred during a person’s military service. These traumatic experiences can have a tremendous emotional impact that follows you […]

Filing for VA disability benefits can be overwhelming, especially when you’re dealing with the physical and emotional impact of a service-connected condition. From understanding the claims process to gathering the right documentation, there are plenty of opportunities for confusion or delay. Fortunately, if you’re a veteran living in Virginia, you’re […]

One of the most common questions veterans have after receiving VA disability compensation is whether they can still work. The answer isn’t always straightforward—it depends on the type of disability rating you’ve been assigned and whether you’re receiving benefits under a special status like Total Disability Based on Individual Unemployability […]

VA Disability Benefit Quirk Results in Double Payment in August Veterans who rely on monthly disability benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will see a modest financial boost in 2025, thanks to a 2.5% cost-of-living increase in their payments. While the raise may be small, there’s good news […]

Waiting for a decision on your VA disability claim can be one of the most frustrating parts of the process. Not only can it take a long time to get a decision from the VA, but there is never a clear timeline on how long it will take. Veterans across […]

Military sexual trauma (MST), including sexual assault or harassment during military service can have a devastating and often lifelong impact on survivors. MST is frequently associated with the development of PTSD, depression, anxiety, and other mental health disorders that significantly disrupts one’s overall emotional and physical wellbeing. Veterans may qualify […]

Eric Gang, founder of Gang & Associates, was recently profiled in International Business Times in a feature article titled “Fighting for Veterans, Not Fees: Eric Gang’s Mission to Protect the Vulnerable and Reform the Veterans Legal System.” The piece highlights Gang’s dedication to representing disabled veterans in some of the […]