INITIAL VA DISABILITY CLAIMS: What You Need to Know

October 15, 2019

“I just got out and I haven’t filed my initial VA Disability Claims, should I wait to file?” NO! This is a myth that you should wait until “things are bad” before filing! The... continue reading

2020 VA Disability Rates – The Complete Guide

October 11, 2019

The 2020 VA disability rates were released on October 10, 2019, with the implementation of the Social Security Administration’s announcement of a 1.6% increase in the 2020 Cost of Living... continue reading

How to File a VA Claim!

October 8, 2019

So you’re ready to file a VA claim. This is a great idea. Why? First of all, you’ve earned it. Your time in service comes with its rewards, and one of them is care. Why wouldn’t you... continue reading

Want a Higher Level Review? Here’s what to Expect

October 7, 2019

If you are seeking a Higher Level Rating from the VA, you now have a year to appeal from receiving your VA decision. Just this year, on February 19, it was announced that the VA was switching to... continue reading

Mental health in Veterans and Next Steps

October 1, 2019

It is important that we understand mental health in Veterans and what next steps may look like. Mental health dominates every aspect of human life, and it controls the way we interact with our... continue reading

Sworn Declaration – 5 Ways to use New and Relevant Medical Evidence to WIN your VA Supplemental Appeal Claim

September 27, 2019

VETERANS! Let's learn about the VA Supplemental Appeal Claim. Many of you are already familiar with the RAMP program, especially if you've been previously denied. What we will be going over today is... continue reading

MST VA Rating Percentages (0%-100%)

September 24, 2019

In this post, we'll explain the different PTSD MST VA rating percentages and how the VA rates MST. Military Sexual Trauma (MST) frequently leads to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and... continue reading

Somatic Symptom Disorder VA Disability Ratings | 0-100%

September 18, 2019

Somatic Symptom Disorder (SSD), previously called Chronic Pain Syndrome, means a veteran is having a considerable focus on his/her physical symptoms, such as pain, weakness, limitations, and... continue reading

How do I start the VA Claims Process?

“I don’t even know where to start the VA claims process. The VA is confusing, there’s so much information to consume, and we talk about getting conditions service-connected, but what about the... continue reading

Was Your VA Claim Denied? Try This!

September 13, 2019

As a fellow disabled Veteran, I realize it can be extremely frustrating to have your VA claim denied. In this post, I share the two most common reasons why VA claims get denied, and how to easily... continue reading

8 Tips for the Best VA NEXUS Letter

Insiders, we are here to help you achieve the best VA nexus letter to submit with your VA disability claim. The nexus is considered to be the hardest aspect to prove a service connection to a... continue reading

Buddy Statement to WIN Your Claim

September 12, 2019

One tactic that is often underutilized when filing a claim is the use of a statement in support of claim often referred to as a “buddy letter” or “buddy statement.” A buddy statement can be... continue reading

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