VA Rating for Diabetes – Explained
Diabetes affects nearly 25% of the VA’s patient population, and eligible veterans deserve a VA rating for diabetes. This guide details the main types of diabetes, how the VA rates them,... continue reading
Category: Veteran Benefits
What is Substantially Gainful Employment?
In this post, we’ll look at Substantially Gainful Employment, and see how it applies to disabled veterans. We’ll also look at how it's connected to TDIU, VA protected work environments,... continue reading
In this guide, we've compiled a list of Military Burn Pit Locations. We'll also explain burn pit exposure symptoms, service requirements to be eligible for burn bit presumptive conditions,... continue reading
Qualifying for a Tendonitis VA Rating (The Ultimate Guide)
Tendonitis is a painful condition commonly found in veterans due to the physical demands of the military. Determining your tendonitis VA rating is important because it can significantly affect... continue reading
As a veteran, you may be familiar with Special Monthly Compensation (SMC). But did you know there’s an SMC category you can get on top of your monthly VA disability compensation? It’s... continue reading
Does the GI Bill Expire? 7 Key Questions
Many veterans looking into educational options after the military are curious about the GI Bill expiration. But does the GI Bill expire? This post will answer 7 key questions veterans have... continue reading
VA Disability for Gynecological Conditions
Do you qualify for VA disability for gynecological conditions? In this post, we’ll answer that question and review VA ratings and eligibility for common conditions like infertility, menstrual... continue reading
Can Child Support Be Taken From VA Disability?
Can child support be taken from VA disability? The connection between child support and VA disability benefits brings up important questions for veterans and their families. In this article,... continue reading
Can Reservists Get VA Disability?
Many veterans join the Reserves or National Guard following active-duty service. One commonly asked question is, “Can I collect VA disability while in the Reserves?” This post will... continue reading
Can VA Disability be Garnished? (Our 10 BEST FAQs)
Many disabled veterans are faced with life challenges that extend beyond their service-connected disabilities. 'Life things' like alimony, child support, and credit card debt can add to the... continue reading
VA Acronyms, Abbreviations, and Definitions
When you first joined the military, you probably found yourself treading water in a sea of new acronyms: TDY, PCS, OPSEC, EPR, and so many more. After a while, “military-ese” became... continue reading
Best Way to Increase VA Disability Rating (7 Top Tips)
If you want to increase your VA disability rating, you’ve come to the right place. While we can’t make any guarantees or wave a magic wand, we can fill you in on some tips that could... continue reading