Is there still a VA backlog?
While the Department of Veterans Affairs strives to care for “those who have served in our nation’s military and for their families, caregivers, and survivors,” the VA has not always hit this mark. Over the… Read More
VA Disability Rates to Increase in 2026
Every year, VA disability compensation payment rates are adjusted based on cost-of-living adjustments, or COLA, set by the Social Security Administration. In 2026, this adjustment will result in a 2.8% increase for veterans. This adjustment… Read More
A Look Back on VA’s FY 2025
For the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, the 2025 fiscal year ended on September 30, 2025. A review of the VA’s efforts last year offers a glimpse of the administration’s priorities, and what veterans can… Read More
How Does the Government Shutdown Impact Your VA benefits?
On October 1, 2025, the federal government shut down after Congress failed to pass a funding bill. Now, an estimated 750,000 federal employees could be furloughed, while essential workers will continue their work without pay. … Read More
The VA Just Announced $84 Million in Grants to Help Homeless Veterans
Government data has shown that at any given time, tens of thousands of American veterans could be facing homelessness. That’s why supporting homeless veterans has been a top VA priority for decades, but this week… Read More
VA Announces VA Health Care Facility Improvements
In July 2025, the VA announced an $800 million infrastructure initiative to improve VA health care facilities as part of the Veterans Health Administration’s Non-Recurring Maintenance program. This funding will come out of savings gleaned… Read More
The Board of Veterans’ Appeals is Making Decisions Faster Than Ever:
What Does This Mean for Your Case? In July 1933, President Roosevelt created the Board of Veterans’ Appeals (also known as the “Board” or “BVA”) to “provide every possible assistance” to claimants and to be… Read More
New Study Shows Gulf War Exposure Increased Risk of Heart Disease
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… Read More
Major VA Survivor Benefits Reforms Just Announced
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… Read More
How to Observe Memorial Day 2025
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,… Read More
