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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