In July 2025, researchers with the VA Center for Innovations in Quality, Effectiveness, and Safety, published an article titled, “Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease in Gulf War Veterans in Relation to Deployment Exposures.” The study concluded that toxic exposures during
Your VA claims file, also known as a c-file or claims folder, is a collection of documents the VA maintains related to your VA claim(s). This file can be hundreds, thousands, or even tens of
Once the VA determines that your current medical condition is related to your military service, it will assess the severity of your current condition. Using a VA medical exam report and/or a review of your
Medical evidence is essential in all VA disability claims. For many veterans, this medical evidence comes from examinations by VA providers and VA contractors. Without these exams, many claims would be denied. Simply put, VA
It is very likely that during the course of your VA disability claim or appeal process, the VA will schedule you for a medical examination either at the VA or with a contractor. These exams
The short answer . . . it depends on the condition. When the VA finds that a condition is related to service, the VA will issue a “rating” for that condition. The “rating” is based
On May 5, 2025, the VA announced a new, three-pronged plan to assist eligible survivors and dependents of deceased Veterans seeking VA benefits and services. These changes are intended to eliminate barriers and streamline the
Memorial Day Observance and Events Although it is impossible to adequately honor the sacrifices of our fallen service members, we look forward to remembering them on Memorial Day each year. Originally known as Decoration Day,
The end of April marked the first 100 days of the second Trump Administration—and what a 100 days it has been! From leadership changes, to personnel cuts, to program reforms, we break down what you
What are Extra-Schedular Benefits? The VA has a duty to maximize the benefits it awards to a veteran. This means the VA must consider the entire record, many different arguments and theories, and all the
A veteran’s military service can result in a variety of medical conditions which entitle the veteran to monthly VA compensation benefits. For example, if a veteran was in a car accident during service and broke
In 1918, on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, an armistice was declared between the Allied nations and Germany in World War I. In 1938, November 11th became a federal
We support our veterans by standing up for their rights. We work for them, not the government. If you’re a veteran denied disability benefits, we’re qualified to fight for you. For a free claim review, contact us.
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