“Members of the National Guard and the Reserves can claim Veterans Affairs disability benefits. But they may struggle to prove that disabilities are service-related when they only serve part-time—making it harder for them to access benefits.” This is according to the GAO. According to their report, the VA “approved 11 to 20 percent fewer initial…
It’s essential for veterans and their families to understand the distinctions between these two benefit programs to determine which may be applicable to their unique circumstances. By Matthew J. Brown, Esq. VA-accredited attorney and partner at Wolf & Brown Law Offices The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provides a range of benefits to eligible…
For veterans navigating the complex world of VA disability benefits, receiving a VA rating decision is a significant milestone. By Matthew J. Brown, Esq. VA-accredited attorney and partner at Wolf & Brown Law Offices This document is the culmination of a lengthy process and contains vital information that determines the level of disability compensation…
When filing for VA disability compensation, VA may ask you to attend an examination as part of the claims process. Generally, the purpose of this examination is to determine if you claimed disability is service-connected; or alternatively, to determine if the severity of your current service-connected condition is worsening, static, or improving. By Matthew…
From AirForceTimes.com: “About 32,000 veterans’ disability claims were delayed — some as long as five years — due to a technical flaw in federal filing systems, Veterans Affairs officials acknowledged this week.” Although the number of claims is reported to be a “fraction” of the millions of claim filed since the beginning 2018, “Department leaders…
According to the VA, the new website is an improvement on a previous iteration and will make it easier for Veterans to access privacy information and tools, such as: Report a privacy complaint Report suspected identity theft Submit a FOIA request Find a System of Records Notice Get VA benefits fraud prevention tips View VA…
From VA.gov: “VA encourages all eligible Veterans and survivors to file a claim—or submit their intent to file a claim—for PACT Act-related benefits now. Veterans who do so on or before Aug. 9, 2023 may have their benefits (if granted) backdated to Aug. 10, 2022, the day that President Biden signed the bill into law.”…
From VA.gov: “Each year on August 7, our nation recognizes the men and women who are known as our Purple Heart recipients. The Purple Heart, one of the oldest military decorations, is presented to service members who were injured or killed in service to our country.” The team at Wolf & Brown remembers and honors…
“The Department of Veterans Affairs will review whether three more types of cancers will be added to the list of conditions presumed to be caused by exposure to toxins from military burn pits, the agency announced Tuesday.”, according to Stars & Stripes.
“This day was created to remind job seekers and employers alike that these veterans’ experience and dedication can breathe new life into the workforce. It aims to teach people about the value of hiring a veteran”, according to NationalToday.com. At Wolf & Brown, we’re immensely proud to support our Veterans and we encourage employers everywhere…
