Articles by Trisha Penrod

Serving in the military is an honorable and noble commitment that deserves to be recognized. Those who complete their service honorably deserve to be rewarded. This guide will examine the top five... continue reading

Veterans of the armed forces put their lives on the line to protect our country and its citizens. They serve with bravery and courage, often in dangerous and difficult circumstances. Unfortunately,... continue reading

With an estimated 500,000 veterans living with other than honorable discharges (OTH discharge), we're here to tell you that if you're having trouble accessing benefits, you aren't alone! The... continue reading

Over 15% of veterans with service-connected disability ratings have a 100% rating. While VA disability compensation helps, veterans may still want to work to support themselves and their families.... continue reading

As a veteran with a general discharge, it's important to understand general discharge VA benefits. After all, you earned access to these benefits! Those with a general discharge under honorable... continue reading

Many veterans' time in service comes at a tremendous personal cost. In addition to war's physical and emotional scars, many veterans also suffer from debilitating health conditions that prevent them... continue reading

Veteran Depression is a very difficult disorder to live with and significantly impacts the military community.  Military veterans are at an especially high risk of depression and other mental... continue reading

Our dedicated team at VA Claims Insider compiled a resource guide for giveaways and holiday discounts for Veterans this holiday season. We are happy to help you find resources to get the most... continue reading

As families of service members, you may be wondering, “What do you say to a Veteran on Veterans Day?” VA Claims Insider (VACI) Veteran Coach Jon Reid shared that "Veterans day is like a family... continue reading

Discrimination against veterans is a problem. Despite the fact federal laws make this practice illegal in the workplace, discrimination against veterans simply cannot be eliminated through laws.... continue reading

As the #1 resource for disabled veterans, VA Claims Insider has debunked several major myths surrounding VA ratings, including working with 100% VA disability... continue reading