For Veterans exposed to Agent Orange during their service, the risk of developing chronic B-cell leukemia is significantly higher than the general population. Recognizing this increased risk, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has designated
Read Full ArticleA common condition affecting Veterans today is erectile dysfunction, often referred to as ED. It is estimated that Veterans are three times more likely to get erectile dysfunction than their civilian counterparts. The inability to
Read Full ArticleService as a traditional reservist or National Guard member is not Active Duty Service and does not adequately establish Veteran status, which is defined in 38 CFR 3.1(d). National Guard and Reserve members are still
Read Full ArticleMilitary Sexual Trauma (MST) is any form of sexual assault a Veteran experienced while in the military. Nearly one out of every four women that have served in the military suffer from some form of
Read Full ArticleOne of the more common late-developing disabilities that Veterans suffer from is obstructive sleep apnea. An estimated 22 million Americans suffer from sleep apnea, making the condition far from unique to the Veteran population. Many
Read Full ArticleOur team at Berry Law is excited to have been recognized by the Global Law Experts as the Military and Veteran Law Firm of the Year in Nebraska (2020). As a firm dedicated to serving
Read Full ArticleIf you have a service-connected disability that prevents you from working, you may be entitled to individual unemployability. If the VA grants a Veteran’s claim for individual unemployability, the Veteran will receive monthly compensation as
Read Full ArticleThe National Law Journal’s Elite Trial Lawyers recently honored Berry Law with an award for their efforts assisting Veterans who have been denied disability benefits. Berry Law was named the veterans Disability Rights Law Firm
Read Full ArticleEffective dates are important in determining the amount of backpay a Veteran will receive if their claim is granted. If a claim for service connection is denied and the Veteran does not appeal the denial,
Read Full ArticleVeterans often wonder if they are entitled to benefits for conditions that arise as a result of their service-connected disability. For example, Veterans who are suffering from PTSD often wonder if they are entitled to
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