Can You Get VA Disability Rating for Cancer?

Can You Get VA Disability Rating for Cancer?

Getting disability benefits for cancer from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) can be a complex and time-consuming process, especially if the cancer is not included on the list of presumptive cancers from exposure. To improve your chances of getting the benefits you deserve, it may be beneficial to work with a VA disability attorney…

TDIU Benefits and the VA: What You Need to Know

TDIU Benefits and the VA: What You Need to Know

The benefits of TDIU are intended for veterans whose service-related conditions prevent them from maintaining substantially gainful employment. This article provides further information on the benefits available to veterans who are unable to work, as well as guidance on how to apply for them. What You Need to Know About TDIU VA Benefits If your…

Can You Get VA Disability for Fibromyalgia? 

Can You Get VA Disability for Fibromyalgia? 

We understand that applying for VA disability benefits for fibromyalgia can be overwhelming for fellow service members. We have extensive knowledge of the VA’s claims process and what they typically look for in claims.  However, it’s important to note that the VA’s regulations and procedures are subject to change, making it difficult for the average…

Can you Get a VA Rating for Migraines? 

Can you Get a VA Rating for Migraines? 

Migraine headaches can be extremely debilitating, and their unpredictable nature can make it difficult for sufferers to know when they’ll strike and for how long they’ll last, disrupting their daily activities and work. The causes of migraines are varied and can be attributed to environmental, psychological, and physical factors.  Unfortunately, veterans are at an increased…

What is the Biden Administration Doing with VA Benefits? 

What is the Biden Administration Doing with VA Benefits? 

The Biden administration has recently proposed several new benefits for veterans in 2024. These benefits are designed to provide additional support to veterans and their families, and they include a 3% increase in disability compensation, a program to assist homeless veterans with housing, a mental health program for those exposed to toxic substances, and educational…

Are Veterans with Gulf War Syndrome Eligible for VA Disability?

Are Veterans with Gulf War Syndrome Eligible for VA Disability?

Are you a veteran of Operation Desert Shield? Did you serve in Operation Desert Storm? More than 700,000 veterans have served in the Gulf War and like many veterans before and after, many have come home with injuries, illnesses and medical conditions – both visible and invisible. Gulf War Syndrome is a medically unexplained illness…

Will Veteran Disability Benefits Be Cut in 2024?

Will Veteran Disability Benefits Be Cut in 2024?

A recent budget proposal released by the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) proposed a cut in monthly compensation for disabled veterans if their annual household income – adjusted for inflation – eclipses a certain dollar mark. The recent news has many veterans concerned about their benefits and many want to know – will veteran disability benefits…

What Are the New Veterans Benefits and Programs in 2024?

What Are the New Veterans Benefits and Programs in 2024?

Veterans benefits are always changing – and they are about to change even more as we look toward the future. President Biden has revealed a proposed budget for 2024 that represents a historic investment in veterans, veteran families, veteran caregivers and survivors. Veterans who may be eligible for these benefits want to know – what…

Can I Receive Both VA Disability and SSDI Benefits?

Can I Receive Both VA Disability and SSDI Benefits?

Do you struggle with a disability and cannot work? There are a few programs that can help. Veterans who qualify via the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) are eligible for disability compensation. U.S. citizens who have worked all their lives may be eligible for the Social Security Disability Insurance Program (SSDI). A common…