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Did the VA Make a Mistake with Your Disability Rating?

June 6, 2023

With so much riding on a VA claim, it should be handled with meticulous accuracy…at least in a perfect world. But the reality is that the VA is run by humans just like you and me, and a mistake is... continue reading

What Does Service-Connected Mean?

June 2, 2023

What does service-connected mean? Service-connected means that your medical condition was caused by your military service, whether it occurred on active duty, was aggravated by military service,... continue reading

VAMC Locations in All 50 States!

June 1, 2023

This Complete Guide to VAMC Locations will guide you state by state, allowing you to find the nearest facility and access the appropriate VA hospital phone number to schedule an appointment. As... continue reading

14 Insider Tips for Receiving a Back Pain VA Rating

May 30, 2023

The VA ranks back pain as the fifth most common VA disability amongst veterans, and it’s no surprise. As a service member, you put your body through intense training and conditioning, commonly... continue reading

Did My Military Service Cause My Insomnia? (and How Can I Get a VA Rating for it?)

May 25, 2023

How many hours should adults sleep per night? Seven to nine, according to the Sleep Foundation. How many hours do the majority of military members (60%) report sleeping per night? Less... continue reading

Understanding the VA Knee Rating Chart

May 18, 2023

Service members are often on their feet and performing heavy lifting, so it’s no surprise that limited flexion of the knee ranks high on the list of the most common VA disabilities. The VA... continue reading

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Bad C&P Exam? Elite Member Frank Lane Still Finds Success

May 12, 2023

The Elite Success story of Marine Veteran Frank Lane tells how the review process can go wrong—even for someone who has spent a career immersed in the intricacies of governmental paperwork. In... continue reading

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VA Benefits for Musculoskeletal Conditions (Veteran’s Guide)

May 11, 2023

Many veterans develop musculoskeletal conditions due to trauma, overuse, and degeneration during military service. If that sounds like you, you may be entitled to benefits if you can prove your... continue reading

Incarcerated Veterans: What Happens to my VA Disability Compensation if I Go to Jail?

May 9, 2023

Going to jail can feel like the end of the world, especially for incarcerated veterans. You signed up to defend others from harm—now you’re being confined so that you will not be a harm to... continue reading

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The Ins and Outs of Military Medical Retirement

May 4, 2023

If you retired from the service for medical reasons, it's important to understand the benefits and compensation you are entitled to. Service members receive military medical retirement when... continue reading

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The VA Fully Developed Claim

May 2, 2023

In this veteran's guide, we'll explain the VA fully developed claim, how it works, and why it matters. As a veteran, you deserve to receive the benefits you are entitled to as quickly and easily... continue reading

MAN APPLYING FOR VA DISABILITY BENEFITS YEARS AFTER SERVICE

Applying for VA Benefits Years After Service: Is It Allowed?

April 28, 2023

Can I still apply for VA benefits even though I left the military years ago? Is applying for VA benefits years after service allowed? Yes! Applying for VA benefits years after service... continue reading

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