When service members leave active duty or the reserves, they experience huge life changes. Change is difficult for everyone, but transitioning into civilian life brings on a whole new set of... continue reading

How to Get a VA disability for Knee Replacement Beat up knee joints are fairly common among Veterans. Between jumping out of planes, carrying and lifting heavy gear, and weekly marches, those... continue reading

Are You Eligible for VA Disability Benefits? To prove an injury or condition is service-connected (resulting while serving on active duty) without timely documentation is as difficult. The... continue reading

The story of how Joe Moynihan, an Elite Member of VA Claims Insider, accomplished in 10 months what would have taken 5 years.... continue reading

Relief for Veterans Suffering from Back Pain When a Veteran has a VA claim for back pain, they are often paying the price for years of marching while carrying hundreds of pounds of... continue reading

The Spouse of Disabled Veteran and Her Determination to be Heard Travis Myers served as a U.S. Marine from 1995-1999. His MOS was 0311 (Infantry) and cross-trained in 0341 (Mortars). Travis was... continue reading

Are spouses eligible for VA benefits? What kind of benefits can you enjoy being the life partner of an active, retired or deceased military service member?  In this Guide to the Top 11 VA... continue reading

Veterans with flat feet VA disability issues are more prevalent than most people think. Plantar fasciitis symptoms are some of the top orthopedic complaints among Veterans. According to WebMD,... continue reading

The story of how Eric De La Rosa, an Elite Member of VA Claims Insider and now Digital Media Coordinator, went from 10% to 70% VA disability rating & the impact it had on his... continue reading

The story of how Doug Pine, an Elite Member of VA Claims Insider, went from 90% to 100% VA disability rating in just 15 days & the impact it had on his... continue reading

If you've ever wondered, "Is a divorced spouse entitled to VA disability benefits," stay tuned because there's a simple answer with a more detailed explanation: NO! How disability payments from... continue reading

Veterans who have experienced military sexual trauma (MST) may suffer from PTSD, depression or anxiety. Learn more about MST and how to get the rating you... continue reading