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Understanding the Relationship Between PTSD and Moral Injury
Veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder may also experience symptoms related to moral injury. Learn how to protect your right to VA disability benefits.
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Determining If You Should File a New Claim for VA Disability Benefits
Typically, it is best to go through the complete VA appeals process. However, filing a new claim can sometimes be beneficial. Learn more here.
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GERD Often Results From Service-Connected PTSD
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (also known as GERD, acid reflux, or heartburn) is often linked to PTSD. Learn how this affects your VA disability benefits.
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How VA Disability Benefits for PTSD Can Affect Your Gun Rights
Most Veterans receiving VA disability benefits for PTSD are able to keep their firearms, but gun ownership can be restricted in severe cases.
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3 Common Reasons TDIU Claims Are Wrongfully Denied
VA disability law is so complex that even the person evaluating your disability application may make a mistake. Learn how we can help.
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How PTSD Affects the Aging Veteran
Although most Veterans with PTSD are diagnosed shortly after returning from combat, symptoms can appear at a later date. Learn how this affects VA disability.
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3 Ways an Attorney Can Help With Your BVA Appeal
If you are planning a BVA appeal, an experienced Veterans benefits attorney can help you access the disability benefits you deserve.
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How to Check the Status of Your VA Claim or Appeal
Going online is the easiest way to check the status of a VA claim or appeal, but you can also call the regional office or VA hotline.
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How a Vocational Expert Can Help You Get Approved for TDIU Benefits
If you are attempting to receive TDIU benefits from the VA, testimony from a vocational expert can be persuasive evidence.
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How to Get Special Monthly Compensation and TDIU
Depending on the nature of their disability, Veterans who receive a 100% rating through TDIU may also qualify to receive Special Monthly Compensation.
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Age Can’t Be Considered as a Factor in TDIU Claims
Although your age can make it hard to find suitable work, this can’t be considered in a TDIU claim. Learn more here.
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What Veterans Need to Know About PTSD Trauma Anniversaries
Trauma anniversaries are well-recognized as triggering PTSD symptoms for Veterans. Learn how to cope and why VA disability benefits can be a valuable resource.
