VA Compensation and Backpay: The Importance of Timing
It is crucial for Veterans to finish their disability claim within one year of filing for several reasons: We can…
How to Correct Mistakes on Your VA Claim: Higher Level Review Insights
We know that Veterans sometimes (often) do not get the rating they want from the VA. If you truly feel…
Is Your VA Disability Compensation Taxable? Unveiling the Truth
BLUF – Bottom Line Up Front VA disability compensation is generally not taxable. According to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS),…
Agent Orange and Its Aftermath: Understanding Where Veterans Were Exposed
We’ve mentioned Agent Orange on a number of occasions, mostly in conjunction with the PACT Act. The locations of Agent…
Agent Orange Exposure: The Blue Water Navy Act Brings Hope
The Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans Act of 2019 (Public Law No: 116-23, enacted on June 25, 2019) is a…
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…
Maximize Your Benefits: How the VA Effective Date Affects Your Disability Claim
For veterans filing a disability claim, the effective date, which is crucial for determining when benefits begin, is generally the…
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…
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…