Camp Lejeune, located in North Carolina, is one of the Marine Corps’ largest bases, and is also the location of possibly the worst public
Learn MoreThe DSM-5 and the VA
The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (“DSM-5”), was published in May of 2013. The DSM-5 replaces the DSM-IV-TR,
Learn MoreDrug Abuse and Hepatitis C: Is Service Connection Still Possible?
Last month, I wrote about the difficulties with obtaining service connection for Hepatitis C. This month, I want to focus on another aspect of this
Learn MoreHepatitis C and VA Benefits
The Hepatitis C virus is an infectious disease that can lead to serious health complications. While some U.S. veterans may have contracted this
Learn MoreSecondary Service Connection & Dependency and Indemnity Compensation
Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) is a benefit available to qualified survivors of veterans. Qualified survivors can include spouses,
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Part Two: I Have A Favorable Medical Opinion; So Why Is the VA Not Approving My Claim?
In my experience, a favorable medical opinion is almost always needed in order for a veteran to have the best chances of success with winning their
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Part One: The Importance of Reviewing the Complete Claims File: Why is the VA Not Approving My Claim?
There is favorable medical evidence in my file, so why is the VA not approving my claim? This is a question that I am asked almost on a weekly
Learn MoreMilitary Sexual Trauma & The VA
Recently, the issue of Military Sexual Trauma (MST) has made a resurgence in our national discourse. Recent statistics from the Department of Veterans
Learn MorePTSD & Related Medical Conditions: Obtaining the Proper Compensation
A few months ago, I wrote a post about Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Specifically what it is and how a veteran can find out if he or she
Learn MoreWhat Is PTSD and How Can I Find Out If I Have It?
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a condition that many veterans have heard of, but do not quite really know what it is, or whether or not they
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Compensation and Pension Examinations
Compensation and Pension examinations, also known as “C&P exams,” are frequently used by the VA when deciding veterans’ disability claims.
Learn MoreWhy Work History Is Important When Applying for Disability Benefits
When a claimant files for disability, whether filing for VA and/or Social Security Disability Benefits, his or her work history is always very
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