Year: 2015

I just want to take a moment and reflect on all of the contributions to this nation by its veterans. From the beginning, through World Wars I & II; through the “greatest generation;” to the Korean Veterans; the Vietnam Veterans; the Gulf War Veterans and Veterans from the conflict in…

If you have had your VA claim denied, you should reapply. That is the word, especially for those veterans suffering from PTSD and Military Sexual Trauma. The VA has made changes to the criteria to qualify for benefits for PTSD. The VA appears to “want you” to give up on…

The Veteran’s Administration, in light of the recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling making it unconstitutional to deny marriage license to same sex couples. The VA, which has consistently denied benefits to same sex couples, regardless of whether they received a valid marriage license in those states who granted them, has…

Another Father’s Day has passed. I had a meeting with a prospective client a little while back, considering a custody arrangement for his minor child. He believed that he had to give custody of his child to his wife, because of the child’s age (under 12) and sex (female). In…

I recently ran across a good article in USA Today regarding VA Benefits and a 100% total disability rating. The USA Article provides some overview into how the VA views 100% disability. The gist of the article concerns an issue that I have discussed with many clients. The VA considers…

Last time we discussed the C&P Exam. We have also talked about the VA’s “duty to assist” you in proving your Veteran’s Disability Claim. However, your claim doesn’t end there. You must provide the VA with enough information to find records and data that will assist you in proving your…

I remember when I was a kid. I was a member of Boy Scout Troop 44. We had some great times during those days. We also had a scoutmaster who insisted that we follow the Scout Motto: “Be Prepared.” That is probably the most sound advice I can give you…

It’s time for you to file your claim, what to do? It may be easier to explain what not to do. Don’t expect the VA claims reviewer to be a mind reader. Provide enough information to the VA for them to determine what you are requesting. If you have a…

VA Compensation for Veterans and Families I am often asked “what is VA compensation.” The answer is pretty straightforward. VA disability compensation provides monthly benefits to Veterans for the effects of disabilities, diseases, or injuries incurred or aggravated during military service. Benefits are also available to surviving spouses, dependent children,…