The VA Claims Blog
Plain-English guides written by a VA-accredited claims agent, so you can make informed decisions about your claim.
Am I Underrated? 7 Signs Your VA Rating Is Too Low
How to tell if your VA disability rating may be too low: worsened conditions, missed secondary conditions, separate ratings, TDIU, SMC, and effective dates.
Read articleDenied VA Claim? Higher-Level Review vs. Supplemental Claim vs. Board Appeal
Compare VA's three decision review options after a denial: Higher-Level Review, Supplemental Claim, and Board appeal.
Read articleTDIU Explained: Getting Paid at the 100% Rate When You Can't Work
TDIU requirements under 38 CFR 4.16, what 'substantially gainful employment' means, the forms, and how TDIU interacts with Social Security disability.
Read article10 Common Secondary Conditions Veterans Miss
A list of commonly overlooked secondary conditions, from radiculopathy to GERD to depression, and what a successful secondary service connection claim needs.
Read articlePACT Act Checklist for Arkansas Veterans
A practical PACT Act checklist for Arkansas veterans: who qualifies, local VA resources, PFAS status at Arkansas installations, and how to file.
Read articleVA Claims Agent vs. Attorney vs. VSO vs. “Claim Shark”: Who Can Legally Help You?
Who can legally help with VA claims, what each type of representative may charge, and how to spot unaccredited 'claim sharks'.
Read articleFind out if you may be eligible for more.
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