Veterans, in this post I list more than 50 possible sleep apnea secondary conditions so veterans can win, service-connect, and rate your sleep apnea VA claim in less time. Many veterans attempt to service-connect sleep apnea as a primary disability condition and can’t seem to figure our “why” the VA keeps denying your sleep apnea […]
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30 PTSD Rating Explained
The 30 PTSD rating is a tipping point for many veterans in our opinion. Why? Because many veterans at the 30 PTSD rating level are underrated because they failed to prove that their symptoms equate to the higher rating criteria under the law, aka the 50 PTSD rating. So let’s take a minute to explore […]
Automatic 50 PTSD Rating Explained
In this post, we will be exploring the automatic 50 PTSD rating in detail. Here’s a secret…no PTSD rating is considered “automatic” because a veteran must fit the PTSD rating criteria within the law, which is based on the level of occupational and social impairment required to meet the 50 VA disability for PTSD. However, […]
70 VA Disability for PTSD Explained
In this post, we will be exploring the 70 VA disability for PTSD rating in detail. So let’s take a minute to explore the law regarding the level of occupational and social impairment required to meet the 70 PTSD rating. Think you deserve a 100 VA disability rating for PTSD? Click HERE to read now. […]
What is a Buddy Letter for PTSD?
A VA buddy letter for PTSD a credible statement to support your VA claim for PTSD, written by a competent individual 18 years of age or older. The buddy must have first-hand knowledge of your PTSD, the incident that caused or made your PTSD worse in the military, as well as your current level of occupational and […]
100 VA Disability for PTSD Explained
In this post, we will be exploring the 100 VA disability for PTSD rating in detail. So let’s take a minute to explore the law regarding the level of occupational and social impairment required to meet the 100 VA disability for PTSD. PTSD among the easiest VA disability claims to win According to the easiest […]
VA Rating for Sciatica: How to File a VA Claim for Sciatica
In this post, we will explore the VA ratings for Sciatica as well as how to file a VA claim for Sciatica. Back injuries and various musculoskeletal injuries, which can lead to Sciatica, or severe radiating pain, are quite common for military veterans and when they are severe, they can make life nearly impossible. Sciatica […]
VA Lay Statement Example: What The Heck Is Lay Evidence?
How to Prove Service Connection In this post, I provide veterans with a real VA lay statement example. I also explain how to use lay evidence to service connect your VA disability claim, even if you’ve already filed or been denied. This information is especially important if your service treatment records lack sufficient medical evidence […]
How to Get VA Disability for Hearing Loss
Many veterans suffer from hearing loss as a direct result of your active duty military service, and you might be wondering how to get VA disability for hearing loss. Hearing loss and hearing related problems such as Tinnitus are some of the most common service-related medical issues veterans suffer from. According to medical research, veterans […]
What is VA Special Monthly Compensation?
VA Special Monthly Compensation, also known as VA SMC, is additional tax-free compensation that can be paid to disabled veterans, their spouses, surviving spouses, and parents. For disabled veterans, VA Special Monthly Compensation is a higher rate of compensation paid due to special circumstances such as the need of aid and attendance by another person […]