Understanding the Disability Benefits Questionnaire (DBQ) is crucial if you're a veteran seeking disability benefits from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The DBQ is a form designed to streamline the benefits claims process, and if you're a veteran seeking VA benefits, it's important …
As a proud veteran of the United States Armed Forces, you've been through challenges many can't even imagine. Now, as you navigate the Veteran Disability Claims process, it's crucial to understand the significant role of a "Statement in Support of Claim" (SSOC) for each medical …
In August 2022, the PACT Act was signed and expanded benefits and services for veterans with toxic exposures during service. The expansion included toxic exposure screening, education, and research, as well as prompted a change in how toxic exposure claims are processed. Now, if a …
On June 8, 2023, Darold Maxfield, Jr., age 30, from North Little Rock, Arkansas, was sentenced for theft of public money and making a false statement or representation to a department or agency of the United States. Maxfield Jr. pled guilty to the charges earlier …
For veterans embarking on the path of filing a VA Disability claim, the process can often appear daunting. Preparation for the Compensation and Pension (C&P) appointment may raise concerns and uncertainties. However, understanding the ins and outs of your VA Disability claim exam is crucial …
The VA Caregiver Support Program offers services to support eligible caregivers of disabled veterans who need daily assistance. The disabled veteran must have a 70% disability rating from the VA and require help with daily living activities. The Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers …
Well, if you ask the United States Military the answer is a definitive “no.” Meanwhile, if you ask veterans who are suffering from a variety of digestive issues they will tell you that the answer is slightly more complicated. Now, the purpose of this writing …
One thing that veterans dread the most about filing a VA disability claim is the long wait time for a decision. As of March 2022, the VA had a staggering 611,696 unprocessed claims to work through with an average number of days to completion rate …
One of the most challenging, albeit rewarding, additional duties I held during my Army career was as a Casualty Assistance Officer. As a Casualty Assistance Officer, it was my job to help the surviving family members begin to put the pieces back together after losing …
