VA Disability Benefits for Esophageal Cancer Esophageal cancer can be an ordeal and is often fatal. However, early detection and treatment increases survival rates dramatically. A veteran suffering from esophageal cancer can receive VA disability benefits if:  They have a current diagnosis of esophageal cancer, and They can show that the cancer is connected to their military service In most situations, the veteran will have to show the VA that the condition started during their military service, or that it was caused by an illness, exposure, or injury that occurred during their military ..read more

Can the VA Reduce My 100% TDIU Rating?  A classification of total disability due to individual unemployability (TDIU) can make a big difference in the benefits a disabled veteran receives. But, a TDIU classification isn’t necessarily permanent. Here’s what you need to know about when a veteran may qualify for TDIU, why and how the VA may reduce that rating, and when a TDIU classification may become permanent.  Table of Contents Toggle Can the VA Reduce My 100% TDIU Rating?  What is TDIU?  When Can the VA Remove TDIU Rating? Read More Here: What is TDIU?  A vete ..read more

Veterans Disability for Tinnitus Tinnitus is one of the most common conditions U.S. veterans receive benefits for. In 2023, it was the single most common service-connected condition among new VA disability recipients. In that year alone, 220,261 veterans started receiving VA disability benefits for tinnitus. Overall, more than ten times that number–2,944,093 veterans–received benefits for tinnitus. That’s 9.4% of new recipients and 7.9% of all recipients.  Table of Contents Toggle Veterans Disability for Tinnitus Why is Tinnitus So Common Among Veterans?  Eligibility for VA Disab ..read more

VA Rating: Rheumatoid Arthritis Rheumatoid arthritis can be debilitating. Since rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease, you might not think of it as a condition that may be service-connected. But, certain toxic exposures are associated with rheumatoid arthritis. If you can establish that your condition is service-connected, you may receive VA disability benefits for rheumatoid arthritis. Here’s what you need to know about how the condition is rated.  Table of Contents Toggle VA Rating: Rheumatoid Arthritis What is Rheumatoid Arthritis?  VA Disability Ratings for Rheumatoid ..read more

Learn the Facts: CRDP v. CRSC Most veterans who qualify for both military retired pay and VA disability pay have choices to make. That’s because, in most situations, a veteran cannot receive full benefits from both programs. Concurrent retirement and disability pay (CRDP) and combat-related special compensation (CRSC) are two separate provisions that can increase the amount of total benefits available to a veteran who qualifies for both VA disability and military retirement benefits. But, you can’t have both.  Since a veteran who qualifies for both CRDP and CRSC must choose one, it’s impo ..read more

Burn Pits: Presumptive Conditions If you’re a veteran who got sick due to burn pit exposure during your military service, you may have tried unsuccessfully to secure VA disability benefits. For a long time, there were no conditions presumptively service-connected for those exposed to burn pits. Then, there were just three. Now, however, the VA recognizes a presumptive connection for a much longer list of conditions, with the door open to add more as research continues.  Table of Contents Toggle Burn Pits: Presumptive Conditions Why are Burn Pits Harmful?  What Conditions are Pres ..read more

Veterans with Sleep Apnea: Why You Should File for Disability Benefits NOW Big changes may be coming in the VA disability rating benefits for sleep apnea, and those changes could significantly reduce the compensation available for some veterans. But, those changes will only impact veterans who haven’t yet been rated when the change takes place. That means if you’re a veteran with service-connected sleep apnea, you’ll want to act immediately to secure your VA disability rating.  Table of Contents Toggle Veterans with Sleep Apnea: Why You Should File for Disability Benefits NOW What is ..read more

VA Ratings for Rhinitis Rhinitis is presumed service-connected for many veterans, including those who were exposed to burn pits and others who served in areas where they were exposed to other fine particles in the air. Of course, establishing a service connection is only part of the VA disability claims process. It’s also up to the veteran to show the extent of the symptoms caused by rhinitis to establish the right VA disability rating.  Table of Contents Toggle VA Ratings for Rhinitis What is Rhinitis? How Does the VA Rate Rhinitis?  Conditions Secondary to Rhinitis Fighting for ..read more

How to Use A Buddy Letter for Your VA Disability Claim If you’re filing a claim for VA disability benefits, you probably know that you’ll need to submit evidence such as proof of your military service and medical records. But, you may not be aware of the full range of opportunities available to help establish the extent of your disability, the progression of your medical condition, and perhaps even the connection between your military service and your current condition.  One important opportunity that some veterans overlook or don’t know how to make full use of is the lay witness statemen ..read more

How You Can Increase Your VA Disability Rating As a disabled veteran, over time your disability may become worse. When a disabled veterans disability becomes worse they may be eligible for an increased disability rating. This can mean an increase in the amount of VA disability compensation provided monthly to the disabled veteran. Unfortunately, the process to do so can be long and daunting, this is where our team can help. Table of Contents Toggle How You Can Increase Your VA Disability Rating Connecting Your VA Disabilities Increasing Your VA Benefits The Next Steps To Take Read More Her ..read more