U.S. Veterans

As a veteran, navigating the VA system can often be a confusing and overwhelming experience. One aspect of this process includes receiving calls from VA raters who are responsible for…

Congratulations, your VA claim is now ready for decision! This means that VA has completed all necessary steps in processing your VA claim and is now prepared to make a…

In this episode of theSITREP, Mike discusses 11 different VA benefits that Veterans qualify for when they are receiving 100% Service-Connected Disability: (1) VA Disability Compensation, (2) Additional Compensation for…

The 2025 VA COLA increase is projected to be around 3.2%, based on estimates from the Congressional Budget Office. This increase is in line with recent trends, as there have…

Welcome to our guide on VA secondary claims! If you or a loved one is a veteran who has suffered from a service-connected disability, then you may be eligible for…

VA mental health claims can be a confusing and daunting process for many veterans. However, it is important to understand that you are not alone and there is support available…

Today, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is including three new cancer types in the list of presumed service-connected disabilities due to military environmental exposure under the PACT Act. This…

There are many misconceptions surrounding mental health ratings for VA claims. One common misconception is that a higher percentage of disability equates to more compensation. While this can be true…

The controversy surrounding whether disabled veterans on VA unemployability should receive more than the VA allows at the 100% VA disability pay rate? This debate has sparked strong opinions from…

As a disabled veteran, the thought of a government shutdown can be daunting. It brings about uncertainty, financial struggles, and potential disruption of essential services. In this article, we will…