In the early 1980s, two on-base water supply systems at the Camp Lejeune Marine Corps base were contaminated with chemicals such as trichloroethylene
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Kidney Cancer VA Disability for Camp LeJeune Veterans
In the early 1980s, two on-base water supply systems at the Camp Lejeune military base were contaminated with toxic chemicals and volatile organic
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Protected VA Disability Ratings and VA Rules
When a veteran is injured or becomes ill due to active duty, the United States Department of Veterans Affairs will rate their disability on a
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Legacy Review of the VA DRO Process (Decision Review Officer)
In 2019, the Appeals Modernization Act was put into action. However, the Department of Veterans Affairs is still dealing with a significant backlog of
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PTSD and Vietnam Veterans
Recent studies have found a high prevalence of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) among Vietnam War veterans. Even decades after the war,
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What is a Deferred VA Claim?
The “Other Rating Decisions” Issued by the VA A rating decision is issued by the VA after they have considered the veteran’s claim. Typically, a
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Combat-Related Special Compensation (CRSC)
Combat-Related Special Compensation (CRSC) is an amount of money that a combat veteran receives each month in addition to whatever benefits they are
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PTSD Stressor Verification: Getting PTSD Service Connection (LETTER SAMPLE)
Stressor Verification: PTSD Stressor Letter Sample for VA Claims Some individuals that experience a traumatic event develop post-traumatic stress
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Chronic Pain Syndrome & Your VA Disability Claim
Chronic pain can result from a number of injuries or conditions, making activities of daily living more challenging. If you were injured or fell ill
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VA Disability Claims for Epilepsy and Seizure Disorders
Epilepsy is a medical condition involving recurrent, unprovoked seizures. Seizures are defined as a period of abnormal electrical brain activity in
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Fibromyalgia VA Ratings and Gulf War Vets
If you served in the Gulf War and have since developed fibromyalgia, you may be eligible for disability benefits. Fibromyalgia VA rating and benefits
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How To Use New & Relevant Evidence In AMA System
Defining New & Relevant Evidence New and relevant evidence is defined as existing evidence not previously submitted to agency decision-makers
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