When reflecting on the sacrifices made by our military personnel, we often focus on the visible dangers they encounter on the battlefield. However, there are hidden hazards that can have long-lasting effects on the health of our brave servicemen and women. One such hazard is the burn pits that were used for trash disposal in … Continued
Veterans are exposed to a wide range of potential hazards and dangers when serving in the military. Unfortunately, approximately half of the extremity trauma experienced in recent conflicts during the Global War on Terror were severe arm injuries, including amputations. Limb loss can occur from explosions, combat, serious accidents, and more. If you or a … Continued
The Department of Veterans Affairs provides disability benefits to Veterans who experience various mental health conditions, including PTSD, dementia, and more. For certain conditions, like dementia, Veterans must submit to memory loss tests to acquire disability benefits or increase their disability ratings. Read on if you’re unsure what to expect from a VA memory loss … Continued
Injured or disabled Veterans in the United States receive disability ratings from the Department of Veterans Affairs. Their disability rating determines how much they may receive in disability compensation. Over time, a Veteran’s medical condition can change, which may reduce disability rating and benefits amounts. However, the VA may not always reduce your disability rating … Continued
Hundreds of thousands of Veterans suffer from eye conditions, such as blindness, because of their military service to our country. If you or a loved one have one or more eye conditions or blindness in one or both eyes, you may qualify for disability benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs. However, you need to … Continued
If you have PTSD, your symptoms may significantly affect your ability to work, maintain relationships, and function in everyday life.
The Department of Veterans Affairs provides benefits and compensation for Veterans who have a disability or illness from their time in the service. There are many different forms that it can take, with specific benefits depending on the severity and longevity of the disability or illness. Veterans need to know the benefits they are entitled … Continued
Agent Orange was one of the most common herbicides used throughout the Vietnam War and in surrounding territories in the 1960s and 1970s. Although it was intended only for use against military targets, many Veterans were inadvertently exposed to this herbicide during their active service. In the years following, Agent Orange was found to be … Continued
What Is Protected Veteran Status? Protected Veteran status was created to make sure that Veterans have employment opportunities available to them without discrimination. This status applies to any disabled Veteran, any Veteran who has served in a war with an authorized campaign badge, recently discharged Veterans (as long as the discharge is honorable), or Veterans … Continued
In addition to VA disability compensation, several other forms of increased compensation may be available to you or your spouse. One specific type of increased compensation is known as “Aid & Attendance” and may be paid as an increase to a veteran’s disability compensation or as an increase to a surviving spouse’s dependency & indemnity … Continued
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