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5 Tips to Win Your Veterans’ Disability Claim the First Time

Published on August 13th, 2019

Getting disability benefits from the VA (the Department of Veterans Affairs) is a complicated and frustrating process. Although you can’t control how claims are adjudicated, there are steps you can take to reduce the stress that arises during the claims process. Learn About the Claims and Appeals Process The more you know about how the […]


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How Long do VA Disability Benefits Last?

Published on July 23rd, 2019

As a veteran, you may be entitled to receive disability compensation for the rest of your life, once your claim is granted. In some cases, however, a medical condition that you are receiving compensation for may get better, in which case your disability rating may be decreased. Usually this will result in a reduction of […]


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Does the VA Provide Back Pay?

Published on July 19th, 2019

It’s well known that the application process for veterans disability compensation can take a long time. In many cases, veterans wait several years after applying before they get all their benefits. During the waiting period, it can be tough to make ends meet–especially if you are suffering from a condition that seriously affects your earning […]


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Common Reasons Veterans Claims are Rejected

Published on July 17th, 2019

Getting VA disability is not difficult in some cases but it is in others.  It does require some planning and effort, but the return on these investments can be great. You and your family could potentially qualify for monthly tax-free payments along with access to medical treatment. You can just submit an application on your […]


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What is Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC)?

Published on July 11th, 2019

Dependency and Indemnity Compensation, also known as DIC, is a type of benefit available to the family members of a deceased veteran. It’s often confused with the survivor’s pension, but there are important differences between the two benefits. The VA Survivor’s Pension (also called the Death Pension) is paid to dependents of deceased wartime veterans, […]


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