Successfully applying for disability compensation from the VA is just the start. You'll also want to know your VA effective date, which determines when you start receiving benefits. It also determines whether you’ll receive any

Hepatitis C is a severe and potentially dangerous disease that affects millions of people each year. Many Veterans develop hepatitis C because of their military service. If this is the case for you or a

Gathering sufficient evidence for the VA to approve your VA disability claim can be tough, especially if your injuries or disabilities began after being honorably discharged.  VA lay statements are some of the most important

As a disabled Veteran, you are entitled to certain benefits in exchange for your honorable service to our country. However, even if your disabilities don’t add up to a VA disability rating of 100%, you

Veterans are exposed to many hazards and potential dangers that can lead to lifelong disabilities in health conditions. But these hazards aren’t always physical or even visible. In many cases, Veterans may be exposed to

Due to their service, America’s Veterans may suffer a wide range of injuries and negative health conditions. Veterans who suffer leg, arm, and knee injuries need to understand the loss of limb use or loss

Agent Orange has historically caused or aggravated numerous harmful medical conditions in Vietnam Veterans who served in Vietnam and related theaters. If you believe your illnesses or injuries were caused or aggravated by Agent Orange

When applying for disability benefits, every Veteran has to submit to a C&P examination, during which a contracted healthcare provider will examine your injuries or conditions to help determine what disability rating you’ll receive. Preparing

The Veterans Appeals Improvement and Modernization Act of 2017 was signed into law in August 2017 by former President Donald Trump.  The law’s intention is to accelerate the process for VA disability compensation claims. It

Every year, the Department of Veterans Affairs denies thousands of claims, disappointing Veterans. Many Veterans seek assistance from the VA due to a financial or health crisis. So denying a claim for service connection is