Why should I hire an attorney to help me with disability compensation?
An attorney accredited by the Department of Veterans Affairs can navigate the claim and appeals process in order to expeditiously [...]
What about my dependents?
The spouse or dependent child of a veteran or service member may qualify for certain benefits, such as health care [...]
What happens once I receive a rating decision?
If disability compensation has been granted for a particular medical condition, the VA will have assigned a percentage of disability [...]
What happens after I apply for disability compensation?
Once an application for disability compensation is filed, the VA starts to gather evidence to properly handle the claim. Medical [...]
How do I apply for disability compensation?
Applying for disability compensation is simple. To start the process, file Form 21-526ez which is available at www.va.gov. A veteran [...]
What type of evidence do I need to prove my claim for disability compensation?
Initially, an applicant for benefits must prove that he or she is a “veteran” so a copy of the DD-214 [...]
What medical conditions are considered for disability compensation?
There is no defined set of conditions for which a veteran might qualify for disability compensation. Some typical conditions handled [...]
What is disability compensation?
Disability compensation is a benefit available to a veteran who was injured or incurred a disease during military service or [...]
What type of benefits are available to a veteran who is disabled?
A veteran who suffers from a disabling medical condition may be eligible for disability compensation, pension, aid and attendance, housebound [...]