Veterans Disability

In a perfect world, getting service connection for a veterans disability benefits claim would be as easy as sending in a single form. After all, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has a duty to assist Veterans in developing their claims and an obligation to make sure Veterans get service…

Nearly every Veteran seeking VA benefits knows another Veteran who has had their benefits reduced or severed. It is one of the most common fears expressed by Veterans seeking legal counsel. They wonder, “If I appeal this claim for benefits, will I risk losing what I already have?” Along with…

Served on active duty, active duty for training, or inactive duty training; and. Have a disability rating for your service-connected condition; and. Became sick or injured while serving in the military and can link this condition to your current condition. Broadly speaking, most diseases and disabilities are eligible for VA benefits if the conditions can be connected to…

Just as there are a number of different ways that a Veteran can get to a 100% rating, there are also a number of different variations of receiving compensation at the 100% level, all with different restrictions and benefits. Veterans may have noticed that the VA uses terms such as…

Many Veterans realize they are eligible for disability benefits for any injuries that occurred while in service. However, most Veterans fail to realize that degenerative conditions that are often associated with age can also be connected to military service. For example, most Veterans do not realize they may be eligible…

Veterans In Any State Can Qualify For Disability Benefits  All 50 states have regional Department of Veterans’ Affairs offices where Veterans can file claims for disability benefits. These benefits are granted to Veterans with service-connected disabilities – mental or physical problems that are directly connected to a Veteran’s military service.…

What Is Adjustment Disorder? Adjustment disorder is an umbrella term that can describe a range of symptoms that can arise from a big, stressful change in someone’s life.  The symptoms of adjustment disorder often closely resemble depression and manifest when someone’s circumstances make them feel hopeless, discouraged, anxious, and stressed. …

Berry Law is America’s Veterans Law Firm and your fire support team to battle the VA. To become America’s Veterans Law Firm and one of the largest Veterans disability law firms in the country, Berry Law first had to build a team of Veterans. But why build a team of…

VA Unemployability If you have separated from service and are unable to work due to a disability, you may be wondering what your rights are. As a Veteran, you may be eligible to appeal for TDIU, which stands for Total Disability based on Individual Unemployability (IU). However, we know this…