At Jan Dils, Attorneys at Law, we understand the unique challenges that Veterans face when seeking healthcare and benefits. In 2022, new legislation took affect to aid Veterans who have been exposed to toxic substances – the Sergeant First Class...

When you apply for benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), there is a chance you could be denied. Fortunately, you have the right to appeal the decision. One aspect of this is the Evidence Window, which dictates how...

The VA disability claims process is a critical part of a Veteran’s reintegration to society. You can file a supplemental claim to help get the result you want, but what happens when a decision has already been rendered? In many...

The Department of Veterans Affairs has centered inclusion, diversity, equity, and access in its cultural transformation action plan. The Department of Veterans Affairs has vowed to improve inclusion and gender equality as it undergoes a total transformation from recommendations for...

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is categorized as a mental health condition. Many veterans develop PTSD during or after their military service due to traumatic or shocking events. There are also many conditions directly correlated with PTSD, which may warrant a...

If you are a veteran suffering from any form of sleep apnea as a direct result of your active-duty military service, you may be entitled to compensation from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Understanding whether your sleep apnea qualifies...

Back and neck pain is one of the leading orthopedic issues that veterans deal with after returning home from active duty service. While millions of adults across the United States experience this condition, secondary conditions or complications occur at a...

Many Veterans Face a Higher Risk for Cancer Due to Exposures. Are You One of Them? When a Veteran returns to civilian life, it can be a challenge. This is especially true if he or she has been diagnosed with...

Many Veterans Face a Higher Risk for Cancer Due to Exposures. Are You One of Them? When a Veteran returns to civilian life, it can be a challenge. This is especially true if he or she has been diagnosed with...

  [caption id="attachment_12055" align="alignright" width="300"] Lead VA Attorney Heather Vanhoose prepares a Veteran for his hearing[/caption] When individuals are asked to recall the last time they felt really nervous, many situations come to mind. Perhaps it was a wedding, or...