Veterans diagnosed with non-combat PTSD but denied service connection frequently express a common frustration: “How can the VA say this never happened to me? I’m not lying!” But rather than accusing Veterans of stretching the
Read Full ArticleYou’ve been receiving monthly VA disability compensation from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for years. Out of nowhere, you get a letter saying you’ve been overpaid, and the VA would like you to
Read Full ArticleReceiving disability benefits from the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) is a breath of fresh air for all Veterans. However, many worry that the VA can reduce their benefits. While it’s true that the VA
Read Full ArticleYes, combat veterans get VA benefits, if needed. Under the "Combat Veteran" authority, the VA provides health care services and community living care for any condition possibly related to the veteran's service in a combat theater. The VA will automatically enroll the veteran in Priority
Read Full ArticleMost people get headaches from time to time, and they can range in severity from a mild throbbing sensation to a debilitating migraine. Severe headaches often cause foggy thought processes, pulsing pain, and sensitivity to
Read Full ArticleJet Fuel Exposure Left Many Vietnam Vets Suffering From Long-Term Conditions. During the Vietnam War, exposure to JP4 jet fuel and other jet fuels was widespread in the Air Force and in other branches of
Read Full Articleby Stephani Bennett, Attorney at Law and US Air Force Veteran Many Veterans experience trouble sleeping, which can be maddening. In addition to being incredibly frustrating, sleep deprivation can cause serious psychological and physical health
Read Full ArticleMany Veterans contact our firm to see if we can help them appeal their VA claim. One of the first questions we ask is, “What was the date of your last rating decision?” For some
Read Full ArticleSome Veterans who are suffering from a service connected disability may think they have reached the maximum disability payment once they are given a 100% rating from the VA. However, most Veterans do not realize
Read Full ArticleIf you receive disability benefits from the VA, you know how important the payments you receive are. When a Veteran qualifies for disability benefits, it means they will have the financial support they need to
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