Have you heard about the Rapid Appeals Modernization Program? This new appeals process could help speed up the time it takes for your claim to be re-examined. Under one of the two paths, you can choose which one is best for your compensation increase.
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New Digital Appeals Tool
Learn more about the VA’s update to the Appeals Status Tool. This tool will help Veterans know precisely where they are in the claims process and is part of the initiative to create more transparency through the VA.
Qarmat Ali Treatment
In 2003, from April to September, some Army National Guard, Reserve, and active duty soldiers were stationed at a water treatment facility in Basrah, Iraq. Many of these servicemen were from the states of Indiana, South Carolina, West Virginia, and Oregon. These treatment centers are known to have been contaminated with harmful substances which can cause […]
Top 3 Reasons Claims get Denied
Learn what the top three reasons VA claims get denied are and how you can prevent your claim from being sent back.
4 Tips to your PTSD Claim
PTSD claims can be difficult to get approved. Since many symptoms do not begin to show up until years after returning home, many VA claims are denied on the basis of no service connection. With the correct information in your file, you can make sure you have the highest rate possible. Get a copy of […]
Solider illness linked to burn pit
Thousands of U.S. military and others who were affected by toxic burn pits could now finally receive their denied treatment. According to Fox News, the U.S. Department of Labor recently learned that these open aired burn pits are in fact connected to lung disease. An open aired burn pit is described as an open fire, […]
Top GI Bill facts
A GI Bill is assistance from the government available for retired active duty military to return to school. You could be eligible for 36 months of education. Find out what you need to know to qualify and apply for this benefit.
What you need to know about Hazlewood Act
Veterans who currently reside in the state of Texas could qualify for the Hazlewood Act. Qualified Veterans, spouses, and children could be able to use Hazlewood benefits. Through the Act, you are available for 150 hours of tuition exemption, including most fees, at a Texas public university. Who is eligible? All Veterans who served […]
Government Shutdown
By now, everyone has heard about the government shutting down this week. We know many Veterans might be worried about how it will affect their specific situation. We are here to tell you how each department will be affected! The short answer is that the shutdown will not affect Veteran benefits or entitlements. This is […]
Clothing Allowance
The VA has a little-known benefit which helps veterans get funds for clothing. If you are a Veteran, who has a clothing need you can qualify for a monthly clothing allowance. You can be eligible for this by having a service-related disability as an additional part of your disability compensation. If your clothing becomes damaged […]