There is an inherent risk that goes along with serving in any branch of the military. However, Army Veterans may be more likely to develop specific disabilities related to their working conditions. This article will
Read Full ArticleVeterans who served in Vietnam, the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), and near the perimeters of US military bases in Thailand may have been exposed to Agent Orange. Agent Orange is a herbicide that was used
Read Full ArticleThe VA claims process can be very complicated. Some Veterans can submit a claim and the claim will be granted right away. That Veteran might have a friend who submits a similar claim and his/her
Read Full ArticleBerry Law is America's Veterans Law Firm. Founded by Vietnam Veteran John Stevens Berry, Sr., and managed by Iraq Veteran John S. Berry, , the firm has deeply entrenched military roots stretching across the country.
Read Full ArticleThe U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recognizes all forms of clinical depression as potential service-connected disabilities. The VA also knows that due to Veterans’ exposure to traumatic events while in military service, all Vets
Read Full ArticleVeterans who served in Vietnam, Korea, or Thailand may have been exposed to Agent Orange. Agent Orange is a chemical defoliant that the US military used during the Vietnam War to remove foliage that provided
Read Full ArticleVeterans who were injured in-service are entitled to disability benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs. Certain careers in the military, such as pilots and aircrew, can lead to specific injuries related to their line
Read Full ArticleService treatment records (STRs) are the chronological medical records of a service member. STRs should include all medical, dental, and psychiatric treatment a Veteran received while in the Armed Forces. These records are key to
Read Full ArticleVeterans who served in Afghanistan, Iraq, and other theaters since the 9/11 attacks are at higher risk for developing amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a degenerative condition also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, a recent medical
Read Full ArticleIf you did something in the military that resulted in an injury, you are typically entitled to disability benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). However, the VA may decide that you are not
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