Vietnam was a bloody conflict that cost many veterans their lives–and if not, their continuing health. But it may come as a surprise to some that the Vietnam War cannot hold a candle to Iraq and Afghanistan in terms of injuries. 53,000 of our soldiers suffered some form of injury in the line of duty during these recent conflicts. These
Approximately 20% of American veterans from the last 20 years struggle with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). With that statistic in mind, it’s vital that soldiers and other veterans receive the services they need when they come home. When veterans go through a VA claims process, they hope to receive compensation for PTSD and other injuries or diseases. These
Did you know that almost 3.9 million veterans received disability compensation payments? Veterans are often confused about how their VA disability rating impacts their claims process. Knowing the difference between 100% percentage and total benefits can be difficult to understand, leaving veterans feeling overwhelmed and frustrated with the process. The Vet’s Guide to Understanding 100%
According to the last census, there are around 16.5 million veterans in the United States. These brave men and women have dedicated their lives to serving our country and deserve to be taken care of when they retire from service. This is why billions of dollars are dedicated to providing veterans with the resources and
Tinnitus refers to the perception of noise or ringing in the ears and affects 32% of the American population as well as a disproportionate amount of veterans. Usually, tinnitus is a symptom of an underlying condition such as hearing loss, ear injury, or a circulatory system disorder. Although it can lead to impairment in everyday
Applying for VA disability compensation is not a perfect process. For many veterans, it has been a journey ridden with disappointment. Getting denied repeatedly to the point of giving up is a familiar feeling around many veteran circles. The long wait times and complicated paperwork procedures have only added salt to injury. Seeking the assistance
Honestly no one can explain why the hell the VA keeps denying claims. But the only thing you can do is try your best and educate yourself on the VA laws so if you do get denied you have somewhere to stand. 4 Key Reasons Why They Deny Claims: 1.) Eligibility- this means you are
