When it comes to filing a VA disability claim for migraines, veterans may feel like they’re entering a labyrinth with no clear exits. The process is riddled with complexities that often make it difficult for individuals without a roadmap. However,…
One of the areas of veteran’s benefits that seems to cause confusion is Aid and Attendance with a Veterans pension. Today we will examine what Aid and Attendance is and who is eligible to receive it. Pension A Veteran’s Pension…
We’ve mentioned Agent Orange on a number of occasions, mostly in conjunction with the PACT Act. The locations of Agent Orange exposure have generally be in articles dealing with many different illnesses and conditions. Today, we want to focus solely…
For many veterans, the effects of their service-connected disabilities can make it difficult or impossible to maintain employment. That’s where Total Disability Individual Unemployability (TDIU) comes in. TDIU is a type of disability compensation that provides monthly benefits to veterans…
For veterans filing a disability claim, the effective date, which is crucial for determining when benefits begin, is generally the date the VA receives the claim or the date when the entitlement to the benefit arose, whichever is later. There…
Yes, a veteran’s 100% Permanent and Total (P&T) disability rating can be changed under certain conditions. Although P&T ratings are meant to be lifelong benefits, the VA can decrease the rating under certain conditions. There are four specific criteria that…
Navigating the world of veteran benefits can sometimes feel like trying to find your way through a maze. There is Disability Compensation, DIC, Pension, SMC, and other compensations. What do they all mean, and am I eligible for any or…
We talk about presumptive conditions a lot when dealing with VA disabilities. There are presumptive conditions from being exposed to Agent Orange, from exposure to radiation, and for a long list of countries during the Gulf War era. What does…
Veterans face many possible illnesses and medical conditions due to their service. These can range from disabilities like arthritis, tinnitus, and other annoying problems to deadly conditions like cancer. When dealing with cancer specifically, there are things that Veterans need…
VA Aid and Attendance is a tax-free benefit paid to eligible veterans and their surviving spouses to help cover the cost of long-term care. It is provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and is intended to help veterans…
