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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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What Is a “Static” VA Disability?

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) gives specific disability ratings to service members with service-connected injuries, based on the severity of those injuries. Some of these ratings specifically can be influenced by a static disability, a condition the VA views...

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What Happens to My VA Disability Benefits If My Cancer Goes Into Remission?

Cancer is classified as a disabling condition that may qualify for disability benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Commonly, the VA gives a 100% disability rating to Veterans diagnosed with service-related cancer during active treatment. Chemotherapy, radiation surgery,...

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Illnesses Occurring One Year After Discharge: Can I Get VA Benefits?

While serving in the military, the intensity of the day-to-day can sometimes affect your health in a way that impacts you long after you have left the service. Should you find that you begin developing an illness after you discharge...

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What Is a Disability Benefits Questionnaire?

For providing diligent service, loyalty, and protection to our country, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers medical care and financial benefits for Veterans. The VA is dedicated to reviewing and providing disability benefits to Veterans who are facing...

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How Long Will It Take to Process My VA Disability Application?

Even after completing their military service, many Veterans feel lasting impacts from their time in combat. Veterans experiencing mental and/or physical disabilities due to their service are entitled to receive disability benefit payments from The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs...

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How to Request Priority Processing with the VA

Veterans’ benefits are incredibly important for many people, but they can take a long time to get approved. If you are a Veteran looking to request priority processing with the VA, you will need to fill out VA Form 20-10207...

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What is an “Intent to File” for VA Claims?

It is no secret that navigating the various documentation requirements of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) can be exhausting. Failing to provide a critical document, or submitting it with errors, could delay your acceptance or even result in...

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A Veteran’s Options for Higher-Level Review

It is no secret that the VA disability claims process is full of frustrating hurdles. From countless doctor appointments to seemingly endless documentation with so many steps, securing your Veterans disability benefits can be riddled with setbacks. The good news...

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What New and Relevant Evidence Do I Need to File My Supplemental Claim For Veterans Disability?

When filing a supplemental claim for Veterans disability benefits, it is important to go through all steps of the legal process with a qualified professional. At Jan Dils, Attorneys at Law, our goal is to help make the benefits process...