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Secure Your VA Benefits: How to Write a Powerful Statement in Support of a Claim
When submitting a claim for benefits to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), providing a strong and effective statement in support of your claim can be crucial to receiving the compensation you deserve. A VA statement in support of a claim is a personal statement...
Guide to PTSD Stressor Requirements
Let's discuss the requirements for PTSD stressors as they relate to veterans who have experienced a traumatic event during active duty and are at a higher risk of developing PTSD compared to non-veterans. Pursuing a VA disability claim for PTSD is a reasonable course...
Win Your VA Disability Claim with Buddy Letters: What They Are and When to Use Them
A buddy letter, also known as a "Statement in Support of a Claim," is a written statement from a friend, family member, or fellow service member that supports a veteran's disability claim. Buddy letters can provide valuable additional evidence in a claim, particularly...
VA Disability Rating for Somatic Symptom Disorder: Guide
Disabled veterans with physical symptoms like chronic pain, weakness, and shortness of breath may be eligible for a VA Disability Rating for Somatic Symptom Disorder (SSD). SSD causes significant impairment in occupational, social, and personal functioning due to...
Anxiety and VA Ratings: Getting the Benefits You Deserve
If you're a veteran experiencing anxiety related to your military service, you could be eligible for VA disability compensation. An anxiety VA rating ranging from 10% to 100% is available to those who qualify. It's important to note that anxiety is a prevalent mental...
Five Effective Strategies to Improve Your VA Rating for Depression
Depression is a mental health condition that can affect anyone, including military veterans. Research studies have found that approximately one in five veterans who have served in combat zones experience symptoms of depression or PTSD. Furthermore, veterans with a...
Understanding the VA Disability 5 Year Rule: Guide to Reevaluation of Disability Ratings
If you are a veteran with a service-connected disability, you may be eligible for disability compensation from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Once your disability has been rated by the VA, you will receive monthly payments based on the severity of your...
