Service Connection

In order for Veterans to obtain a favorable decision on a disability claim, they must first establish service connection. The VA requires that three fundamental requirements are met to establish service connection. These three requirements are Competent evidence of a current disability. Medical or lay evidence of in-service incurrence or…

Military personnel must remain in top physical shape throughout their active duty to remain eligible for service or promotions. To accomplish this, military personnel must participate in physical training (PT) daily. But what happens if a Veteran is injured while at the gym or performing some form of PT? The…

A 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 get and maintain an erection can lead to stress, self-confidence issues, and relationship problems. It…

Effective 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, the claim is over and their effective date will be lost. However, the Veteran can…

VA laws and regulations provide Veterans the opportunity to receive VA disability compensation for injuries and/or disabilities that were caused directly by military service (e.g., traumatic brain injury due to an IED explosion, post traumatic stress disorder from combat, etc.). However, let’s say you are receiving benefits for PTSD. What…