BIG VA Rating Changes Coming in 2025: What Veterans Really Need to Know!

November 6, 2024

As we move into 2025, big VA rating changes are yet to come that will impact VA disability ratings for mental health conditions, sleep apnea, and tinnitus. While some of these changes... continue reading

Does the VA Still Accept DBQs From Private Providers

Will the VA Accept Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) From a Private Provider?

November 5, 2024

As a veteran navigating the complexities of the VA disability claims process, you may wonder whether the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) still accepts Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs)... continue reading

Updated Agent Orange Presumptive Conditions List

50+ Agent Orange Presumptive Conditions (Updated List)

November 3, 2024

If you served in Vietnam, Korea, or any of the other newly added locations where Agent Orange was used, your service may have put you in harm’s way for serious health conditions that don’t show... continue reading

List of New VA Presumptive Conditions [2025 Update]

November 2, 2024

Did you know the VA is constantly updating its presumptive list for VA disability benefits? Yep, it's true. In fact, the VA recently added five new PACT Act presumptive conditions including... continue reading

Understanding the VA Disability Benefits Questionnaire (DBQ) for PTSD Initial Exams

November 1, 2024

If you’re a veteran applying for VA disability benefits for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) for the first time, you’ll encounter a specific VA evaluation form known as the Initial PTSD... continue reading

What is the Presumption of Soundness in VA Disability?

October 31, 2024

In the VA disability claims process, understanding principles like the "VA's Presumption of Soundness" can be a game-changer for veterans. This concept, rooted in 38 U.S. Code § 1111 and... continue reading

How to Get Approved for VA Disability - Avoid These 3 Common Mistakes

How to Get Approved for VA Disability: 3 Common Pitfalls for Veterans to Avoid!

October 29, 2024

Filing a VA disability claim can feel like stepping into a maze with no clear way out. Let's face it: The VA claims process is daunting, confusing, and frustrating—especially if you try to... continue reading

Can a VA Doctor Fill Out a DBQ for VA Disability Benefits?

October 27, 2024

Navigating the VA disability claims process can be challenging, and one powerful tool that can make a big difference is a Disability Benefits Questionnaire, or DBQ. A properly completed DBQ can... continue reading

Can VA Doctors Write Nexus Letters for Veterans?

October 26, 2024

If you’re a veteran pursuing VA disability benefits, understanding the role of a Nexus Letter to support your VA claim is mission critical! Nexus Letters are often the key piece of... continue reading

Can Two Married Disabled Veterans BOTH Receive VA Disability Benefits?

October 25, 2024

If you and your spouse are both disabled veterans with service-connected disabilities, you might be wondering whether you’re both eligible to receive VA disability benefits. The short answer is... continue reading

How to Write a Winning PTSD Buddy Letter (With Examples)

October 24, 2024

A well-crafted VA buddy letter can greatly enhance the likelihood of a successful PTSD claim by offering essential lay evidence to strengthen the veteran's case. A buddy letter is a written... continue reading

What is the Average VA Rating for PTSD?

October 23, 2024

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) affects millions of veterans, making it the most common mental health condition among those with service-connected disabilities for mental health. PTSD is... continue reading

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