Pain is one of the most common causes of disability in the United States. However, it is often difficult to prove that pain is the cause of
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SMC-K: Are You Entitled to Additional Compensation?
What is SMC-K, and Do I Qualify? True or False? When a veteran is receiving compensation at the 100% Disability Rate, they’re getting the most VA
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Multiple Myeloma due to Camp LeJeune Water Contamination
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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VA Disability Rating for Back Pain
If you experienced a back injury during active duty, or an injury that later contributed to back pain, you may be eligible for disability benefits. As
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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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The Bilateral Factor & Your VA Disability Rating
When rating a veteran's disability for monthly compensation benefits, the Department of Veterans Affairs considers a number of factors. Every
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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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