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The BEST 60 Percent VA Disability Benefits!

May 14, 2025

A 60 percent VA disability rating can be a major milestone—but it’s often not the final stop for many veterans. If you’ve reached a 60% VA rating, you may be wondering: What benefits do I... continue reading

2025 VA PTSD Rating Changes Explained!

Massive changes to how the VA rates PTSD and other mental health conditions could take effect by summer or fall 2025. If finalized, these updates would significantly impact how the VA evaluates... continue reading

Scoliosis VA Ratings and Service Connection

May 12, 2025

Scoliosis can cause chronic pain, limited mobility, and long-term disability. If your condition began or worsened during military service—or was aggravated by heavy gear, injuries, or repeated... continue reading

2025 VA Rating Changes: Key Updates and Timelines for Veterans!

Significant changes to VA disability ratings are expected as early as summer or fall of 2025—especially for mental health conditions, sleep apnea, and tinnitus. While a few of the proposed... continue reading

List of U.S. Navy Ships with Asbestos

May 8, 2025

List of U.S. Navy Ships with Asbestos: Understanding Service Connection and VA Benefits Serving in the U.S. Navy is a distinguished honor, but many veterans are now facing unforeseen health... continue reading

What is a Protected Veteran?

May 7, 2025

A protected veteran is a former military service member with federal law on their side and is legally shielded from workplace discrimination because they served our country. If you’ve... continue reading

Can I Get VA Disability for Alcoholism and Substance Abuse?

No, you can’t receive a VA disability rating for alcoholism or substance abuse on its own. There is no standalone VA diagnostic code (DC) for alcohol use disorder (AUD), or substance use... continue reading

How to Get a VA Rating for Scars (Up to 80%!)

May 5, 2025

If you have a painful or disfiguring scar or one that limits your movement, you may be eligible for VA disability for scars. The VA rates scars based on factors like pain, location,... continue reading

5 VA Presumptive Heart Conditions (and How to Know if You Qualify)

May 2, 2025

There are 5 VA presumptive heart conditions that the VA automatically presumes were caused by your military service. That means if you’ve been diagnosed with one of these conditions... continue reading

May is Military Appreciation Month

There’s something powerful about the way your footsteps have echoed through foreign lands and familiar neighborhoods alike. You’ve stood watch in times of peace and chaos, and you’ve carried... continue reading

Epididymitis VA Ratings, Compensation & Benefits

April 30, 2025

Understanding how the VA rates epididymitis is crucial when applying for disability compensation. Although there is limited data from recent studies, one past study suggests that chronic or... continue reading

How to Make a DD214 Request (and What to Do if You Need It FAST!)

April 28, 2025

Retiring from the military is a significant part of a veteran’s life. You served our country, and now it’s time for life in the civilian world. But before you dip your feet on the other side,... continue reading

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