Navigating the VA disability benefits system can be challenging, especially with complex calculations and various factors affecting compensation. Understanding how VA disability ratings and “VA math” work is essential for veterans seeking the benefits they
Filing a VA disability claim is a crucial step for veterans seeking compensation for injuries or illnesses incurred during military service. However, the process can be long and complex, leaving many veterans wondering, “How long
Many disability programs require that the applicant be totally disabled. However, this is not the case for veterans’ disability benefits through the VA. Unlike those other programs, VA benefits do not require a finding of
Many individuals who are eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) are also disabled veterans. There’s a misconception that these persons must choose between SSDI and VA benefits. In reality, someone may be able to
Secondary service connection is a critical aspect of VA disability claims that many veterans may not fully understand. At Ascend Disability, we recognize the importance of secondary service connection in ensuring veterans receive the VA
Navigating the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) disability claim process can be a challenging and often daunting task for veterans seeking compensation for service-connected disabilities. At Ascend Disability, we understand the unique needs and concerns
As anyone who has ever applied for veterans’ benefits can attest, the VA can take a long time to approve claims. Rejected claims and appeals can also result in delays, leaving veterans to wait for
Seeking veterans’ disability benefits can be a complex and sometimes bewildering process. However, in some cases, veterans can use a more streamlined approach to winning the compensation they need. This is where applicants need to
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers various forms of disability compensation. The objective is to provide financial support to veterans who have been injured or become ill as a result of their service.
Veterans who currently receive VA benefits naturally want to ensure that their spouses and dependents are cared for as well. Although spouses and dependents may already qualify for benefits during the veteran’s life, what happens
Military burn pits are some of the most dangerous places for veterans. These pits are used to dispose of toxic chemical waste by means of open-air burning. Veterans, especially those who served in Iraq or
Blue Water Navy veterans who served in Vietnam have historically had a difficult time collecting benefits for Agent Orange exposure. But this changed dramatically in 2019 with passage of the Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans
