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Is PTSD an Automatic 50% VA Rating? 

Are you a veteran grappling with a recent diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)? You may have come across the notion that a 50% disability rating is automatically granted to access disability benefits. While there is indeed a technical provision for an automatic 50% disability rating pertaining to PTSD, it’s important to note that not…

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Understanding the VA 5-Year Rule: A Comprehensive Guide

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provides a range of benefits to eligible veterans and their families. Among the many regulations and guidelines established by the VA, the 5-Year Rule stands as a critical aspect of determining eligibility for certain benefits. In this article, we will delve into the details of the VA 5-Year Rule,…

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Who Is Eligible for the 3M Combat Arms Earplugs Lawsuit?

Hearing loss is common among U.S. military veterans with more than 1.3 million veterans eligible for disability benefits due to hearing loss in 2020. More than 2.3 million veterans also collect disability for tinnitus. The implementation of combat earplugs was meant to protect soldiers from hearing loss in combat environments and legal claims point to…

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How Do I Get VA Disability Benefits for Radiculopathy?

Many veterans experience the impact of radiculopathy—a debilitating condition caused by a compressed or injured nerve within your spinal column. Radiculopathy can be distressing, impeding basic tasks such as walking, sitting, and bending, often accompanied by discomfort or even pain. Such limitations can disrupt your ability to maintain employment, engage in hobbies, care for your…

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Can I Increase my VA Disability from 70% to 100%?

Veterans who possess a 70% VA disability rating and believe they meet the criteria for a 100% VA disability rating have multiple avenues to explore. They can enhance their 70% rating by adding more service-connected conditions, appealing the rating assigned to any of their conditions, or pursuing total disability based on individual unemployability (TDIU) benefits….