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Is There a Deadline for PACT Act Disability Claims?

Are you a military veteran who struggles with cancer, lung disease or other medical conditions related to toxic exposure? You may be familiar with the PACT Act – the Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics Act – and the benefits it provides for veterans who were exposed to toxic conditions. The deadline for retroactive toxic exposure…

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What Injuries Are the Easiest to Claim for VA Disability?

Are you a veteran who deals with a service-related injury, illness or medical condition? The disability claims process can be complicated for many veterans and many have had claims denied by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). We may be able to help here at VA Benefits Attorneys. We know that you have questions…

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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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Will VA Disability Pay Increase in 2024?

Veterans across the United States are concerned about the future of their benefits. Proposed and rumored budget cuts to the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) budget have many veterans concerned about their disability benefits. Veterans disability benefits in the recent past have seen an annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) and veterans who rely on…

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How Can I Increase from 80% VA Disability to 100%? 

A VA disability rating is a percentage assigned by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to a veteran based on the severity of their service-connected disabilities. This rating determines the amount of monthly compensation the veteran will receive from the VA. The VA assigns a disability rating based on the severity of a veteran’s service-connected…

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Can I Increase my VA Disability Rating If My Cancer is In Remission?

Serving in the military can be a demanding and often dangerous experience, and for many veterans, the toll on their physical and emotional well-being can be significant. Along with the scars of war, many veterans also endure debilitating health conditions that prevent them from working and enjoying life to the fullest. One such condition is…

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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…