At Least As Likely As Not: The VA’s Standard of Proof Explained

January 30, 2025

Navigating the VA disability claims process can be complex, especially when it comes to understanding the standards of proof required to establish service connection for a disability. A... continue reading

VA Benefits Available to Veterans Living Overseas (The Insider’s Guide)

January 29, 2025

Moving abroad as a veteran raises many questions: Can I still receive VA disability? Will I have access to healthcare? What about education benefits for my family? The good news is that most VA... continue reading

VA Claim Not Service Connected: What It Means and How to Fix It!

January 27, 2025

Filing a VA disability claim takes time, effort, and patience, so it’s incredibly frustrating to receive a rating decision that says something like “service connection for condition X is... continue reading

What is a Non-Service-Connected VA Disability

What is a Non-Service-Connected Disability?

January 26, 2025

As a veteran, navigating the complex world of VA benefits can be frustrating, confusing, and overwhelming, especially when it comes to understanding the distinction between service-connected and... continue reading

Your VA Rating Decision Letter is Mission Critical

The Importance of Your VA Rating Decision Letter: What It Is, Why You Need It, and How to Download a Copy Online!

January 24, 2025

If you’re a veteran navigating the disability claims process, your VA rating decision letter is the most important document you’ll ever receive from the VA. Why? Because your VA... continue reading

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What is a “Favorable Finding” for VA Disability Claims?

January 23, 2025

When it comes to VA disability claims, particularly understanding your VA rating decision letter, knowing the meaning of a "favorable finding" is super important. According to 38 CFR §... continue reading

The Importance of a Strong Nexus Statement for VA Disability

January 22, 2025

A strong nexus statement, written with VA-approved language, is the backbone of a high-quality Nexus Letter used to support your VA disability claim. Without it, proving the link or connection... continue reading

How to Identify and Challenge an Unfavorable VA Medical Opinion

January 21, 2025

If you received a bad C&P exam, there’s a strong chance you also received an unfavorable VA medical opinion for service-connection, which could result in your VA disability claim being... continue reading

Did the VA Deny Your Claim Even Though You Had a FAVORABLE C&P Exam? Top 5 Reasons Why!

January 20, 2025

Having your VA claim denied after a favorable C&P exam can be extremely frustrating and confusing. Despite the positive findings noted at your C&P exam, why did the VA still deny your... continue reading

What NOT to Say at Your VA Compensation and Pension (C&P) Exam: 10 Pitfalls to Avoid!

January 18, 2025

The VA Compensation and Pension (C&P) exam is the #1 most important day in the VA disability claim process. Why? Because the results of your C&P exam largely determine whether you (#1)... continue reading

The Veterans Benefits Management System (VBMS) Explained

January 17, 2025

The Veterans Benefits Management System (VBMS) is a web-based platform developed by the VA to modernize and streamline disability claims processing. By replacing outdated, paper-based methods... continue reading

2025 VA Pension Rates: 2.5% COLA Increase

January 16, 2025

2025 VA pension rates have increased by 2.5%, reflecting the annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) announced by the Social Security Administration (SSA). This annual adjustment ensures that... continue reading

Articles by Brian Reese