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Hall v. McDonough, No. 19-8717 (Decided October 18, 2021); The particular form a claimant submits—co
UNITED STATES COURT OF APPEALS FOR VETERANS CLAIMSNo. 19-8717WALTER HALL, APPELLANT,V.DENIS MCDONOUGH,SECRETARY OF VETERANS AFFAIRS,...
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When Can I File for VA Disability?
Most veterans are allowed to begin their claim between 180-90 days before separation from military service through the Benefits Delivery...
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VA Disability Rating for Neck Pain: Cervical Spine, Neck Arthritis, Radiculopathy and Cervicalgia VA
VA Disability Rating for Neck Pain (Cervicalgia), Cervical Spine Pain, & Neck Arthritis The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) views conditions of the spine through two main categories—neck and back. Back pain typically refers to injuries in the lower half of the spine or the thoracolumbar section. Neck pain refers to the top seven vertebrae of the cervical spine. Pain in the neck—or cervicalgia—is recognized by VA as a disability that should be compensated if caused by mil
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VA Disability Claim Complete: When Do I Get Paid?
It’s important to remember that your effective date only matters if your claim is approved by VA. If your claim is denied, you will...
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VA Disability Claim Back Pay
VA disability back pay is the money owed to a veteran that the VA should have been paying them from the time they became entitled to...
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VA Rating for Knee Pain: VA Knee Rating Chart and VA Secondary Conditions to Knee Pain
Many veterans who served in the military develop pain in their knees and lower legs due to their time in active service. The U.S. Department of Veteran’s Affairs (VA) handles compensation and military disability rating for knee pain. If you developed knee problems due to military service, you may be entitled to financial compensation from VA. Consult a legal representative to determine whether or not you are eligible for VA disability benefits. How Common is Knee Pain in Vete
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Getting A Proposal to Reduce VA Disability Benefits: Request A Personal Hearing ASAP!
Many veterans with VA disability claims are familiar with the VA’s reevaluation process. Whenever the VA determines that there is a need...
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How To Respond To A Supplemental Statement Of The Case (SSOC)
Under the legacy appeals system, veterans are sent a Supplemental Statement Of The Case (SSOC) by the agency of original jurisdiction...
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What to Expect at a VA Disability Benefits Board Of Veterans Appeals(BVA) Hearing
The prospect of a hearing before a Veteran Law Judge (“VLJ”) may seem intimidating even for the most experienced, veterans because it is...
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The VA’s Duty to Maximize Veterans Benefits
By regulation, the VA has a duty to grant “every benefit that can be supported in law.”[1] However, the same regulation also states, in...
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