If you have had any dealings with the VA Compensation system, you have likely heard of a nexus letter. People treat the nexus letter like a ‘silver bullet’ to cut through VA red tape. Did you get denied for your…
There are three main requirements which must be satisfied in order for a claim to be successful, including a current diagnosis. They are: What Is Current? Current means current, as in currently occurring, as in occurring now. The first thing…
Everyone knows about the GI Bill. In short, Veterans who served in the military after September 10, 2001 have the choice of using the Montgomery GI Bill or moving their benefits over to the Post 9/11 GI Bill. Although there…
These are some of the most common questions from Veterans about their C&P examination. C&P exams are a normal part of the disability process and nothing to be worried about. The most common question I have seen is “What do…
What to do when a Veteran passes. This is a question that many families don’t know how to answer. The two certainties in life are death and taxes. We have all heard this throughout our lives. However, many choose to…
A VSO, or Veteran Service Officer, is an individual who has undergone training and testing on VA Regulations. The VA recognizes them as being able to assist Veterans with their claims. Organizations such as the VFW, American Legion or state…
You get what you paid for. Right? The idea is the cheaper something is, the worse quality. And free? When’s the last time you got something for free that was actually quality? However, there are times when free may be…
I was blessed to spend yesterday with Veterans at the Washington County Veteran Services BBQ lunch. We hosted the lunch to honor Veterans for Veterans Day. I got to listen to many Veterans tell their story. As I look back…
No matter what you do after service, chances are very good that you will need your DD214. The DD214 is needed to file for disability, or to receive a Veteran license plate. However, if you have lost or misplaced your…
A veteran may prepare in a variety of ways. Forewarned is forearmed, so the saying goes. When you were in the military, you trained for every situation. You shouldn’t disregard that lesson just because you are no longer in service….
