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2025 Military Pay Raise: Junior Enlisted Troops Celebrate 14.5% Pay Bump While All Other Service Members See a 4.5% Increase.
If you’re a junior enlisted service member—or know someone who is—there’s great news coming from Congress. As part of the newly negotiated National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA),... continue reading
Can I Get VA Benefits With An Other-Than-Honorable (OTH) Discharge?
Yes, you may still qualify for certain VA benefits with an Other-Than-Honorable (OTH) discharge through a Character of Discharge (COD) determination. The VA evaluates your service record to... continue reading
VA Disability 5-Year Rule: PTSD
The VA disability 5-year rule for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) protects a veteran’s VA rating (and compensation and benefits) unless there is a change in the severity of their... continue reading
Diabetes Secondary to Sleep Apnea: Is There a Connection for VA Disability Benefits?
Sleep apnea isn’t just about snoring or disrupted sleep; it can also have serious health implications, including a connection to conditions like type 2 diabetes. Emerging medical research... continue reading
Sleep Apnea Secondary to Migraines: Is There a Connection for VA Disability?
Migraines aren’t just debilitating on their own—they can also contribute to the development or aggravation of other serious conditions, such as sleep apnea. Medical research suggests a link... continue reading
Sleep Apnea Secondary to Deviated Septum: Is There a Connection for VA Disability?
A deviated septum can significantly impact nasal airflow and, in turn, sleep quality. Medical research suggests a strong link between a deviated septum and the development or aggravation of sleep... continue reading
2025 VA Disability Pay Chart
Effective December 1, 2024, VA disability pay rates will rise by 2.5%, thanks to the latest Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) announced by the Social Security Administration on October 10, 2024.... continue reading
What Form Should I Use for a VA Buddy Statement?
The specific form you use for a VA buddy statement is far less important than the structure and content of the letter. However, the VA provides two official forms that are commonly used for buddy... continue reading
How to Write a VA Buddy Letter for Sleep Apnea (With Two Examples!)
Fellow veterans, you may have heard about VA buddy letters (or lay statements) and how they can strengthen your VA disability claim. These statements provide a first-hand account from someone who... continue reading
The Insider’s Guide to Winning Your VA Claim for Sleep Apnea (Even If You’ve Already Been Denied!)
In our experience, many veterans struggle to prove that their sleep apnea is connected to their military service. Unfortunately, countless claims are denied due to the lack of a... continue reading
What is the VA Rating for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)?
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a chronic gastrointestinal disorder that disrupts the large intestine, causing symptoms such as abdominal pain, bloating, and changes in bowel habits, including... continue readingIMPORTANT LEGAL DISCLAIMER
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