If you are a veteran who has suffered an injury while serving in the military, a VA disability claim is probably the right way to go. However, in some instances, you may not get the outcome you’re seeking, and you may find yourself needing help along the way. The VA disability claims process can be challenging and confusing. Fortunately,...
Continue ReadingAfter you file a VA disability claim, the VA will send you a notice of its decision. The notice will tell you your disability rating. The rating is a measure of the severity of your disability and determines the amount of compensation you can receive. If you feel the VA has undervalued your claim, you may want to request...
Continue ReadingThe Veterans Benefits Affairs (VBA) claims process is a lengthy and daunting process that often raises uncomfortable emotions related to a person’s service, injury, or resulting illness. Although the VBA touts its benefits, the reality is that many service members are ultimately left with little to no recourse for the damaging effects of their service. Some physical injuries can...
Continue ReadingWhen you receive the letter with the VA’s decision to deny your disability compensation claim or underrate your disability rating, you do not have to simply accept it. Maybe when you filed your original claim, you didn’t have evidence that your injury was service-related. Maybe you didn’t provide descriptions of the disability from friends or family. Read on to...
Continue ReadingWhat Is PTSD? The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) describes posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as a mental health problem sometimes developed after experiencing or witnessing a life-threatening event, such as: Military combat, A natural disaster, A car accident, or Sexual assault. When a veteran files a VA claim to receive disability benefits for PTSD, the VA requires you...
Continue ReadingMany people are familiar with the term “sexual trauma.” However, there is a specific type of trauma referred to as military sexual trauma that is less known but nevertheless affects countless individuals each year. Unfortunately, military sexual trauma (MST) occurs with devastating regularity within the armed forces. MST refers to sexual assault, sexual harassment, and threats of such acts...
Continue ReadingTotal Disability based on Individually Unemployable (TDIU) benefits is essential for service members injured while on duty or who suffer from a service-connected disability. Your status as an injured veteran entitles you to these benefits if you cannot work. However, the Veterans Affairs (VA) might not be on your side and may fight against you. You’ve served heroically and...
Continue ReadingMillions of American veterans suffer from service-connected disabilities. If you are one of them, you are likely to be eligible for monthly disability benefits. Nevertheless, past experience indicates that your claim is likely to be denied, at least at first. The VA denies more than 80% of Gulf War-related disability claims, for example. Veterans who retain VA disability lawyers...
Continue ReadingApril 13, 2021 – Veterans who are receiving their disability compensation through a prepaid debit card or paper check could have their funds directly deposited into their bank accounts. If a veteran opts in to direct deposit, they will receive their money automatically on time, every single time. Veterans who do not have a bank account and may need...
Continue ReadingApril 5, 2021 – The Independent Living Track was implemented to help Veterans and service members who are unable to work due to their service connected disabilities. The Independent Living Track also assists Veterans trying to obtain a job through Vocational Rehabilitation. Veterans may qualify for independent living services, if eligible. Eligible Veterans must have a serious employment handicap,...
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