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Three Most Common Mental Conditions that Lead to Successful VA Claims

Veterans can be impacted by injuries they sustained while serving, whether those injuries are physical or mental in nature. Just as the loss of an arm or a concussion can lead to VA disability benefits, so too veterans who are suffering the effects of a service-connected mental condition can often receive VA disability benefits for…

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Surprising Conditions that Can Lead to VA Disability Benefits 

Missing limbs, traumatic brain injuries, and posttraumatic stress disorder are not the only conditions that can result in a favorable VA disability benefits claim. Any illness or injury, or any combination of them together, that meets two requirements can lead to your benefits claim being granted:  With these being the two primary requirements for a…

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What Are the Benefits for a Veteran to Requesting a Higher Level Appeal?

Veterans whose VA disability claims are denied have three options for appealing the denial. They can request the Board of Veterans’ Appeals (the “Board”) review their claim, file a supplemental claim, or request a more senior reviewer at the VA look at your claim. Much attention is paid to filing a supplemental claim or taking…

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Help is Available for Those Affected by Military Sexual Trauma

Military Sexual Trauma (MST) is a deeply concerning issue that affects both men and women who have bravely served their country. MST refers to any sexual harassment, assault, or trauma experienced during military service. As a result of these traumatic events, veterans may develop Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), a mental health condition that can significantly…