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Basic Eligibility Requirements for VA Benefits

The first and most important basic eligibility requirement is that you must be a veteran as defined by the VA. The VA defines a veteran as “a person who served in the activeSee more

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Understanding the Basic Principles of Eligibility for VA Benefits

WebDefining a Veteran. The VA’s definition of a “veteran” hinges on three key considerations: whether a person has served in the military, whether that service was …

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VA to Amend Rating Criteria for PTSD and Other Mental Disorders

WebThe last time VA amended the rating criteria for PTSD and other mental disorders was in 1996. The VA states the new rating criteria will “measure a veteran’s …

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Rules Regulating the Reduction of VA Disability Ratings

WebA VA disability rating is not truly protected until it has been in effect for 20 years or more. At the 20-year mark, the VA cannot reduce a rating unless it determines …

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Developing Medical Evidence to Support A Claim Gregory M. Rada

WebDeveloping the Medical Evidence to Support Your VA Claim. Consider the following steps to boost your chances of winning your VA disability compensation claim. …

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The Importance of Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs)

WebOne of the primary duties of a VA disability attorney is to help you obtain the medical evidence needed to win your appeal, whether that is working with your private provider to …

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WHODAS 2.0 vs. GAF Scores and Your VA Disability Rating

WebPrior to 2014, the VA had used the Global Assessment of Functioning (GAF) Scale to subjectively evaluate a veteran’s overall psychological, social, and occupational …

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Proving a Combat PTSD Stressor in VA Claims

WebApplying 38 U.S.C.S. § 1154 to PTSD Claims. When applying 38 U.S.C.S. § 1154 to PTSD claims, 38 C.F.R. § 3.304 (f) (2) serves as a guide. This rule states that if a veteran can …

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Camp Lejeune: Understanding Service Connection for Diseases …

WebCamp Lejeune: Understanding Service Connection for Diseases Linked to Water Contamination. Posted by Gregory M. Rada | January 15, 2024 | Disability …

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What Is a C&P Exam

WebOnce you’ve applied for VA disability or pension benefits, expect to receive a letter or phone call from the Veterans Affairs (VA) scheduling you for a Compensation & Pension (C&P) …

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How Often Does The VA Reexamination For PTSD

WebOnce you receive a copy of the proposed reduction, you have 30 days from the date on the notice letter to request an informal hearing with the Decision Review Officer that is …

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The Impact Of Recent VA Law Changes On TDIU Claims

WebPosted by Gregory M. Rada | May 15, 2024 | Firm News. Recent changes in Veterans Affairs (VA) law have brought significant updates to how Total Disability Individual …

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DoD Issues New Guidance for Discharge Upgrades Involving …

WebFor veterans in Colorado, the University of Denver Sturm College of Law operates a clinic called the Veterans Advocacy Project (VAP) that assists with discharge upgrades for …

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Proving a Service-Related Traumatic Stressor for PTSD Disability …

WebBeing granted service connection for PTSD often requires detailed knowledge of the process and what adjudicators want to see. Gregory M. Rada, Attorney …

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VA Expands Mental Health Care for Veterans with Other-Than …

WebVA Expands Mental Health Care for Veterans with Other-Than-Honorable Discharges. Posted by Gregory M. Rada | August 24, 2017 | Health Benefits. In a …

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Evaluating Subjective Symptoms Due To TBI Gregory M. Rada

WebEvaluating Subjective Symptoms Due To TBI. Posted by Gregory M. Rada | December 29, 2021 | Disability Compensation,Health Benefits,State Veteran Benefits. Traumatic brain …

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Veterans Discharged for Sexual Orientation to Receive VA Benefits

WebVeterans Discharged for Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, or HIV Status to be Eligible for VA Benefits. Approximately 18,000 veterans received an other than …

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Service Connection for Diseases Associated with Exposure to …

WebGreg Rada at Gregory M. Rada, Attorney at Law, After Service LLC, is a veteran himself and a practiced veterans benefits attorney proudly serving the needs of veterans nationwide. …

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Can I Get VA Disability for Agent Orange Exposure

WebThe VA has designated numerous conditions as presumptively caused by Agent Orange exposure, such as Hodgkin’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, respiratory …

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