Veterans that appeal their claims tend to win. Of the almost 1 million claims pending before the VA, 300,000 to 400,000 are denied every year. But most of the veterans and families that have claims denied do not appeal. In fact, of the claims denied by the VA Regional Office, only 40,000 appeal to the Board of Veterans' Appeals. Veterans that appeal win their claims at an extremely high rate. Further, BVA statistics show that veterans with lawyers win at a much higher rate than those without.
See below for answers to other frequently asked questions.
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I have a college degree, does that make me ineligbile for unemployability?
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I am a dependent or survivor, what benefits am I entitled to?
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Can I file a Fully Developed Claim (FDC)?
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Am I eligible for Combat-Related Special Compensation (CRSC)?
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What is a "presumptive" service connection?
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What is Enhanced or Special Monthly Pension?
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Can a veteran receive additional payments for serious disabilities?
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I need a copy of my DD-214. How do I go about getting that?
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Can a veteran receive financial assistance from VA to purchase an automobile?
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VA Disability Benefits Questionnaires (Compensation and Pension Examinations)
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How can I view the current VA Workload Report?
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Why is my VA claim delayed so long?