How to Prove Your Level of Occupational and Social Impairment in VA Mental Health Claims!

February 21, 2025

Fellow veterans, if you're filing a VA disability claim for a mental health condition, proving the full extent of your occupational and social impairment is mission critical to securing the VA... continue reading

How to File a VA Disability Claim WITHOUT a VSO

February 19, 2025

Filing a VA disability claim without a VSO (Veterans Service Officer) is completely possible, and in many cases, it may be the best option. Many veterans believe they must work with a VSO to... continue reading

Qualifying for an Asthma VA Rating (Up to 100%!)

February 17, 2025

In this post, we break down how the VA rates asthma, including the four possible asthma VA ratings. We also examine how to prove service connection, common VA secondary conditions to asthma, and... continue reading

VA Claims for Burn Pits and Toxic Exposure

The BRUTAL TRUTH About Burn Pits and Toxic Exposure: What Veterans Need to Know!

For decades, the U.S. military relied on burn pits to dispose of waste in Iraq, Afghanistan, and other parts of the Southwest Asia theater of operations. But the toxic smoke and airborne hazards... continue reading

Camp Lejeune Water Contamination: Are You Eligible for VA Benefits?

February 14, 2025

For decades, veterans, service members, and their families who lived and worked at Camp Lejeune and Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) New River, North Carolina, between August 1, 1953, and December... continue reading

‘A Judge is Reviewing Your Appeal’ Time Frame—Explained!

February 13, 2025

When you file a Board Appeal for your VA disability claim, the “A judge is reviewing your appeal” time frame can feel like a small victory and a source of anxiety. This stage indicates... continue reading

35+ VA Phone Numbers, Resources, & Quick Links Every Veteran Should Have!

February 12, 2025

Knowing where to find essential veteran resources is crucial. Whether it’s for healthcare, education, housing, or mental health support, quick access to phone numbers and links can make navigating... continue reading

Top 5 EASIEST VA Secondary Conditions to Get Approved

5 EASY Secondary VA Claims That Can Get Approved FAST!

Today, VA disability expert Brian Reese will reveal and explain 5 EASY Secondary VA Claims That Can Get Approved FAST. While there are over 100 common claims for secondary service connection,... continue reading

Top 25 Most Common VA Disability Questions—Answered!

February 10, 2025

Can I work and still get VA disability? Is VA disability taxable? What's a VA secondary condition? A growing list of questions can add time and confusion to an already confusing... continue reading

VA SMC R1 Requirements and How to Qualify

VA SMC-R1 Requirements: How to Qualify for Special Monthly Compensation Exceeding $10,000 Per Month!

February 9, 2025

Special Monthly Compensation (SMC) is an additional tax-free benefit provided by the VA to compensate veterans with severe service-connected disabilities that require extra assistance. Among the... continue reading

How to Upgrade a 100 Percent VA Rating to 100 Percent Permanent and Total (P&T)

How to Upgrade Your 100% Schedular VA Rating to Permanent and Total (P&T) Status: The Insider’s Guide

February 6, 2025

Achieving a 100% schedular disability rating from the VA is a significant milestone for veterans, reflecting the recognition of total disability due to service-connected conditions. However, a... continue reading

How to Prove Secondary Service Connection WITHOUT a Nexus Letter!

February 5, 2025

Did you know that you can prove secondary service connection without a nexus letter? Yep, it’s entirely possible! Since 2016, VA Claims Insider has helped more than 25,000 disabled veterans... continue reading

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