Reviewed by Jerusha Hancock, Veterans Law Attorney Paratroopers are among the most physically tested service members in the U.S. military. Years of jumping, carrying heavy gear, and enduring hard landings often leave lasting damage. These
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Reviewed by Jerusha Hancock, Veterans Law Attorney When a Veteran has a family, their benefits should extend to the people they care for most. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provides benefits to eligible
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VA Benefits • Veterans First VA Special Monthly Compensation (SMC) Benefits and Rates Reviewed by John Berry, Veterans Law Attorney Call 888-883-2483Free SMC Evaluation On this page What Is Special Monthly Compensation? How the VA
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Filing a VA disability claim can be a long and frustrating process. Many Veterans submit their claims expecting a quick resolution, only to face months or even years of waiting. With ongoing backlogs, staffing shortages,
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Filing for VA disability benefits can be a complex process, but submitting VA Form 21-0966—also known as an Intent to File—can help Veterans lock in the earliest possible effective date while they gather necessary documentation.
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Navigating the VA disability claims process can be frustrating and complex. Many Veterans face denials, low disability ratings, or long delays in receiving the benefits they rightfully earned. This is where Veterans disability benefits lawyers
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One of the most common questions Veterans ask is whether they can work while receiving VA disability benefits. The answer depends on the type of benefits, the disability rating, and whether the Veteran is receiving
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Chronic pain is one of the most common and debilitating conditions affecting Veterans, yet it can be incredibly difficult to obtain VA disability benefits for pain that does not have a clear medical diagnosis. The
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The effective date of a VA disability claim determines when benefits begin and how much back pay a Veteran may receive. Many Veterans unknowingly reduce their compensation by failing to secure the earliest effective date
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Many Veterans wait months or even years to receive a decision on their VA disability claim, which can lead to a significant back pay award. Understanding the VA disability back pay timeline and how VA
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