Maximizing Your Fibromyalgia VA Disability

October 15, 2024

Fibromyalgia can be tough to manage and can have a significant impact on your quality of life. Learning how to maximize your VA disability for fibromyalgia can help you get all the veteran... continue reading

2025 VA Special Monthly Compensation Rates

2025 VA Special Monthly Compensation (SMC) Rates & Pay Chart

The 2025 VA Special Monthly Compensation (SMC) rates have been officially updated with a 2.5% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA), effective December 1, 2024, with payments starting on January 1, 2025.... continue reading

Pelvic Pain VA Disability Rating Explained

Pelvic pain is a serious, life-altering condition that affects many veterans and can be linked to service-related injuries, illnesses, or traumatic experiences. Whether it’s due to combat... continue reading

Crying During C&P Exam - Will It Help or Hurt My VA Claim

Crying During a C&P Exam: Will It Help or Hurt My VA Claim?

The Compensation and Pension (C&P) exam is often one of the most emotionally charged steps in the VA disability claims process. For many veterans, it’s not just a routine evaluation, it’s... continue reading

How Much Weight Does a C&P Exam Have for VA Disability Claims?

October 14, 2024

The results of your Compensation and Pension (C&P) exam hold a ton of weight before the VA and can literally make or break your disability claim. It’s not an exaggeration to say that your... continue reading

How to Successfully Navigate the VA Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD) for Your VA Claim

October 13, 2024

When it comes to getting the VA disability rating and compensation you deserve, understanding the VA Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD) is one of the most critical steps in your... continue reading

2025 VA Disability Rates & Pay Chart | Confirmed 2.5% COLA Increase

October 12, 2024

THE SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION’S (SSA) 2025 COST OF LIVING ADJUSTMENT (COLA) INCREASE IS 2.5%. The 2025 VA disability pay rates and pay chart are tied to the 2025 COLA increase, which is... continue reading

The Brutal Truth About Bad C&P Exams: How to Take Action and Get a New Exam Fast!

Fellow veterans let’s face it: Bad C&P exams happen far more often than they should, and they can seriously derail your VA claim and rightfully earned VA disability benefits. But here’s... continue reading

Is a Third C&P Exam a Good Sign for My VA Disability Claim? What Veterans Really Need to Know!

You likely found this blog post because you’ve been scheduled for a third C&P exam, and you’re wondering: “Is a third C&P exam a good sign?” Based on VA Claims Insider's... continue reading

What Does VA Supplemental Claim Compensation Issue Mean?

October 11, 2024

Navigating the VA Supplemental Claims process can feel overwhelming, especially when veterans encounter unfamiliar terms. One such term is “compensation issue,” which plays a crucial role in... continue reading

2025 VA Disability Pay Chart | Official 2.5% COLA Increase

October 10, 2024

The official 2025 VA disability pay chart is based on the Social Security Administration's (SSA) confirmed 2.5% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) increase for CY 2025. The new 2025 VA compensation... continue reading

Can I Claim Sleep Apnea Secondary to Hypertension?

Yes! You can claim sleep apnea secondary to hypertension if your service-connected hypertension caused (or aggravated) your sleep apnea. This blog will break down the connection between sleep... continue reading

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