Why Now is the Perfect Time to Seek a 100% Disabled Veterans Benefits Rating
With public scrutiny of government spending at a high in today’s political climate, some are pointing fingers at veterans. There’s even an accusation floating around that up to 50% of veterans are committing fraud with the VA disability system. People close to the system know that this is false. In fact, many veterans’ advocates believe […]
Don’t Do This at Your VA C&P Exam
The Compensation and Pension (C&P) exam is one of the most important steps in your VA disability claims process. It is a medical evaluation conducted by a VA-appointed healthcare provider to assess the severity of your disability and determine its connection to military service. The outcome of this exam can significantly impact the approval and […]
How to Maximize Your VA Disability Rating with a Buddy Letter
The vast majority of veterans are underrated by the VA. Are you in that category, too? If so, you don’t have to stay that way. There are processes for submitting a “bulletproof” claim to the VA and getting the rating you deserve. Many veterans are scared of applying for a VA disability increase because it sounds so […]
How to Get a VA Disability Rating for Knee Arthritis
Knee arthritis: 38 CFR Knee arthritis is a painful, life-altering condition that affects many veterans. It occurs when the cartilage in the knee joint breaks down. It causes pain and inflammation and makes it difficult to move. If you have arthritis, your everyday tasks might feel like climbing a mountain Your knee arthritis may qualify […]
Will Employment Hurt My Chances of Getting a VA Disability Rate Increase?
If you’re filing a claim to increase your VA disability rating (or applying for a VA disability rating for the first time), you may wonder if the fact that you can hold down a job will challenge the process. You worry that the VA will tell you that if you can work in spite of […]
What to Do if You Got Turned Down for a Lumbosacral Strain VA Rating
38 CFR: Lumbosacral strain A lumbosacral strain is a lower back injury that occurs when the muscles or tendons in the lumbosacral area tear. This strain can cause pain, stiffness, and muscle spasms. If you are a veteran living with lumbosacral strain, you likely have limited mobility and daily pain. If there is a connection […]
VA Claim Denied? Why You Shouldn’t Get a Lawyer
It can be crushing when the VA denies your disability claim. This was the government that you worked to support and defend, and now you’re left to navigate a maze of VA bureaucracy. When many veterans land here, they reach for the phone and call an “expert.” This expert may be a VA claims attorney. […]