When a veteran files a PACT Act-related claim for presumptive disability benefits due to toxic exposure, VA claims adjudicators take several key steps to verify the veteran’s... continue reading
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UPDATED List of VA TERA Presumptive Conditions
Exposure to toxic substances, like burn pits and airborne hazards, during military service has left countless veterans facing serious health challenges. Fortunately, the VA now acknowledges a... continue reading
2025 VA Disability Pay Rates & Chart
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has confirmed a 2.5% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) for 2025. This increase directly impacts the 2025 VA disability rates and pay... continue reading
Can I Get VA Disability for Exposure to Burn Pits?
Exposure to burn pits and other airborne hazards during military service has left countless veterans with serious health conditions. From Iraq and Afghanistan to other areas of the Southwest Asia... continue reading
What Conditions Automatically Qualify You for VA Disability?
While no VA disability is truly "automatic," certain conditions qualify more easily for VA disability benefits due to specific laws and regulations. These conditions typically fall into four main... continue reading
The Truth About Guaranteed VA Disability Claims
Let me be very clear upfront: There is no such thing as a "guaranteed" VA disability claim. The VA claim process is highly individualized and success depends upon a variety of factors... continue reading
Navigating the Narcolepsy VA Rating System
If you are a veteran with narcolepsy, you are not alone. Falling asleep instantly, extreme daytime sleepiness, and uneven or interrupted sleep throughout the night are common symptoms for the nearly... continue reading
Do I Get Back Pay For a VA Disability Increase?
If you have a service-connected disability, receiving the correct VA rating is vital for ensuring you get the VA disability compensation and benefits you rightfully deserve. However, if your... continue reading
Top 25 BEST VA Disability Claims and Their Ratings! [2025 Edition]
In this definitive guide, VA disability expert Brian Reese reveals and explains the Top 25 BEST VA Disability Claims to File For Right Now and Their VA Ratings, along with tips and strategies to... continue reading
How to File a PACT Act Claim Online (23-Step Tutorial)
In this high-value blog post, VA disability expert Brian Reese will guide you through filing a PACT Act claim online in 23 steps. This step-by-step tutorial includes detailed explanations and... continue reading
The BEST Way to File a VA Disability Claim!
In our experience helping over 25,000 disabled veterans, the best way to file a VA disability claim is to apply online at VA.gov/disability. Veterans can complete their VA Form 21-526EZ... continue reading
On November 12, 2024, the VA published proposed changes to Central Nervous System ratings for neurological conditions and convulsive disorders. These changes are part of a decade-long effort to... continue reading