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Part of the VA’s duty to assist includes an obligation to provide a medical examination or medical opinion for a Veteran seeking service connection. The VA must provide an exam or opinion if evidence of

When the VA diagnoses disabilities, there are a lot of different methods they can use to look at a claim to evaluate its merits. Frequently, Veterans will seek a presumption from the VA that their

The terminology and jargon used in VA documents can often be confusing for those applying for VA disability benefits. In fact, we often have clients call in and ask us specific questions about “what this

The process of filing for and receiving disability compensation from the VA for a service-related disability is a process that is often more difficult than it should be – especially when you take the VA’s

Berry Law is excited to announce that John S. Berry and Berry Law have been selected as the outright winners of the “Military and Veteran Law – Lawyer of the Year – USA” award from

A question we hear quite often from clients is, “How much can I get for my VA disability?” The answer to this question, like most legal answers, is: it depends. Several different factors go into

VA disability compensation is a monthly, tax-free payment to Veterans who have received a disability related to their service. To receive the compensation, a Veteran must submit a claim for disability to the VA who

Understanding the VA’s jargon is sometimes difficult, especially as it relates to filing a claim. Understanding this jargon, however, can prove vital in receiving the benefits you are entitled to. When the VA denies a

When serving in the military, wondering whether your dependents will be covered if something happens to you can be a source of anxiety. Whether it comes from worrying about your inability to work after service

The VA defines a Statement of the Case as “an explanation of the decision made on the appellant’s case.” More specifically, the VA says a Statement of the Case “provides the appellant with a complete