Life on board a ship or submarine out at sea can be difficult. Veterans working on Navy ships are often working long hours in cramped spaces, especially those working in submarines. These ships have low ceilings, the floor is always moving, and servicemembers are constantly going up and down ladders…
While Sailors find themselves in many different roles all over the world, from the construction-related hazards experienced by Seabees to the cramped quarters endured by the Silent Service, there are common Navy disabilities and injuries that Navy Veterans are more prone to. In this article, we will outline some of…
Force Blue, a veteran owned and run organization, has taken on the daunting task of helping to preserve our planet while also doing their part to help Florida veterans re-assimilate back into citizenry. Valiant causes in their own right, Force Blue has taken these two seemingly unrelated issues and innovated…
By Rory Berry, Navy Veteran The key to a successful VA Disability Claim is providing sufficient proof that an injury occurred or was aggravated in service. Unfortunately, a member’s service record and medical records may lack enough corroborating evidence to convince the VA of the nexus. Fortunately, Veterans can utilize…
by Joe R. Pilgrim, Attorney at Law and US Navy Veteran A common question is asked when we speak with Veterans that have been turned down for VA disability benefits: how long will my appeal take? This is a good question but a difficult one to answer because we, as…
By R. Joseph Pilgrim, Veterans Attorney Service in the US Navy is different than that of any other branch, as life aboard ships presents hazards many may not be aware of. From using different chemicals to working on the flight deck, shipboard life presents many opportunities for illness and injury.…
If you are one of the many veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), you are entitled to understand your Second Amendment rights. Every state has different gun laws, so it is essential to review local laws or consult a veterans’ law attorney to determine if your PTSD could prevent…
Many veterans don’t realize that they don’t need to have served during a time of war or in a combat zone to be entitled to disability compensation from the VA. Any injuries that occur during active service are compensable, and that includes injuries that occur while training. In addition, training accidents may result in…
The recent Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims (CAVC) decision opened the door for more blue water Navy veterans to receive service-connections for disorders related to Agent Orange exposure. However, there have been some recent developments that might open that door even wider. News reports are now suggesting that more…
