Veterans will often receive a rating decision from the VA that is later overturned. The question is then whether a Veteran can get paid starting from the date of the original claim, which might be
Read Full ArticleWhen you are seeking VA disability benefits, there are a number of levels in the appeals process, and each one is slightly different. Here is a brief overview of what you might expect with the
Read Full ArticleWhy is it taking so long for the VA to process my claim? This is a common question among veterans filing for VA disability benefits. A big reason that veterans wait such a long time
Read Full ArticleWhile having an attorney can definitely help you navigate the system, as well as determine what evidence you need to gather, there are some things that you can do to help your claim. The 3
Read Full ArticleIn our last two blog posts, we have discussed the requirements for Total Disability based on Individual Unemployability (TDIU), as well as some of the evidence that can help establish your claim. In this article,
Read Full ArticleTDIU - Total Disability Based on Individual Unemployability If you have service-connected disabilities that prevent you from working, you may be eligible for TDIU or IU (individual unemployability). There are a couple of things to
Read Full ArticleGenerally speaking, pain is considered a symptom of a disorder or disease, and isn’t compensable in and of itself, even if it does lead to a higher disability rating. For example, abdominal pain may be
Read Full ArticleMany veterans have experienced a traumatic brain injury or TBI, but aren’t aware of the lasting effects such an injury can have, even years later. There are a lot of ways veterans incur TBIs: car
Read Full ArticleMost people have at least heard of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder or PTSD, especially when we think about combat veterans or survivors of sexual assault. When we think about the symptoms of PTSD, a lot of
Read Full ArticleIf you acquired a psychiatric disorder during your time in America’s military, you could be entitled to disability benefits from the VA. However, it helps to understand how the VA rates acquired psychiatric disorders and
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