FAQ #1 – Frequently Asked Questions on C&P Exams
My C&P examiner talked about everything else, asked about other conditions, but didn’t address the disability I was being seen…
Unlocking the Mystery: Can You Work While on TDIU?
For many veterans, the effects of their service-connected disabilities can make it difficult or impossible to maintain employment. That’s where…
Navigating Stability: Can Your 100% Permanent and Total VA Rating Change?
Yes, a veteran’s 100% Permanent and Total (P&T) disability rating can be changed under certain conditions. Although P&T ratings are…
Special Monthly Compensation Explained: Navigating Extra Benefits for Disabled Veterans
Navigating the world of veteran benefits can sometimes feel like trying to find your way through a maze. There is…
Will VA Payments Stop During A Government Shutdown?
Bottom Line Up Front: No, a US government shutdown would not mean that VA disability payments could stop. If you…
Navigating the Landscape of VA Disability: Understanding Presumptive Conditions
We talk about presumptive conditions a lot when dealing with VA disabilities. There are presumptive conditions from being exposed to…
Veterans and Cancer: Honoring Our Promise
Veterans face many possible illnesses and medical conditions due to their service. These can range from disabilities like arthritis, tinnitus,…
Tinnitus in Veterans: The Unheard Consequence of Serving Our Nation
What is Tinnitus? Tinnitus is a condition characterized by the perception of ringing, buzzing, hissing, or other sounds in the…
Can You Be Service-Connected For Obesity?
Three years ago, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit ruled that obesity can be service-connected if it…
Understanding the Concurrent Retirement and Disability Pay Act
The Concurrent Retirement and Disability Pay (CRDP) Act is a crucial piece of legislation that impacts military retirees and addresses…