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Do I Get Any Benefits If My VA Disability Rating is 0%

Finding out that the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) rated your service-connected condition at 0% can feel frustrating — especially after going through the effort of filing your claim. It may seem like that rating means your condition...

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Current Projections Suggest a 2.6 % Bump for VA Benefits to Adjust for Inflation

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has not yet formally announced the 2026 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2026 and they will not release the official COLA percentage until October. It appears that Veterans receiving disability compensation will receive a...

Physical Conditions VA Ratings

Changing Your VA Sleep Apnea Ratings

Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder, characterized by interruptions in breathing during the night. Up to 21% of Veterans have some form of sleep apnea, compared with about 9% of the general public. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recently...

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Do I Really Need an Attorney to File a Disability Claim?

If you are a Veteran living with the lasting effects of a service-connected injury, you already know how much it can affect your daily life. From chronic back pain to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), these conditions can impact your ability...

Healthcare Service Connection

Can I Establish a Service Connection If I Didn’t Receive Treatment in the Military?

A common concern among Veterans is whether they can obtain VA disability benefits if they did not receive medical treatment for their condition during active duty. It is possible to establish a service connection without in-service treatment records, but doing...

VA Disability Benefits

Why It’s Important to Get Consistent Treatment for Your Disability

When you are dealing with a service-connected disability, one of the most important things you can do is to get consistent medical treatment. Many Veterans assume that once a VA disability claim is filed, that their work is done. Unfortunately,...

VA Benefits Process

Veterans and the C&P Exam

If you are a Veteran pursuing VA disability benefits, the Compensation and Pension (C&P) exam could make or break your claim. Even though it is not a routine medical exam, it plays a major role in how the VA determines...

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How Does Having an Attorney Help with My VA Hearing?

Navigating the VA disability benefits process can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes time for a hearing with the Board of Veterans’ Appeals (BVA). From gathering the right medical records to understanding legal procedures, there’s a lot at stake. That’s...

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Dealing with the VA: The Importance of Returning the Correct Forms

Navigating the VA disability process can feel overwhelming especially when it comes to paperwork. With so many forms, numbers, and deadlines, it is easy to get confused and overwhelmed. But one of the most common and costly mistakes Veterans make...

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Get the Veterans’ Healthcare Services You’ve Earned

Serving in the military demands strength, sacrifice, and courage. After serving your country, you deserve access to quality healthcare that addresses your unique needs. Many Veterans are left facing lasting health challenges without the support they deserve. From physical injuries...