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Agent Orange and Its Impacts on Veterans’ Health

On World Lung Cancer Day, August 1st, we take a moment to recognize and support those affected by one of the deadliest and most prevalent types of cancers. However, for many military Veterans, this day is a poignant reminder of...

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Understanding Effective Dates in Veterans Disability Benefits

When Veterans apply for disability benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), he/she is assigned an effective date, which marks the beginning of their eligibility to receive disability benefits. The effective date will depend on the benefit the Veteran...

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Presumptive Diagnosis Within One Year of Military Discharge

When it comes to obtaining disability benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), it is important to understand the concept of presumptive service-connected conditions. Presumptive diagnoses can simplify the claims process for veterans, particularly for conditions that manifest within...

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Veterans Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Act of 2023

Ensuring our veterans’ wellbeing and financial security is a crucial responsibility that our society holds dear. The Veterans Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Act of 2023 was recently signed into law by President Biden to address the rising costs and provide...

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VA Benefits for Sleep Apnea and Hypertension Secondary to Psychological Conditions

If you or a loved one experienced an illness or injury during military service that still impacts you today, you might be entitled to compensation from the Veterans Administration. However, the VA has different requirements for different conditions. The process...

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How Can I Receive More Compensation for My Musculoskeletal Injuries?

Musculoskeletal disorders, also referred to as MSD, are injuries and disorders that impact one's musculoskeletal system. This system consists of bones, joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments, which work to support the body and assist with movement. MSD impacts these parts...

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IME’s PsyPact Legislation Opening Opportunities for Veterans

The independent medical examination (IME) is a medical evaluation performed by a medical professional on a patient they have never treated. The goal is for the medical professional to assess the patient’s condition, as well as the patient’s past treatment,...

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Changes Through the Years With the VA: How We Can Help You More Now Than Ever

Laws involving the rights and benefits of disabled service members are constantly updating, and many have been added in the last five to ten years. Many of these Acts were either expansions to existing laws or new additions to the...

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What is Special Monthly Compensation?

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provides Special Monthly Compensation (SMC), a critical tax-free benefit, to disabled veterans who have sustained severe injuries or disabilities due to their military service. The purpose of SMC is to assist these heroes in...

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Micro Injuries from Parachute Jumps That Lead to Joint Issues

Utilized for surprise attacks, seizing strategic objectives, allocating equipment, and even assisting in natural disasters, paratroopers are crucial for military operations. Being a military member comes with inherent risks, and a paratrooper's role is no exception. Unfortunately, parachute jumps are...

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