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In recognition of their sacrifices and service, veterans receive an array of benefits from the United States government. These benefits aim at supporting veterans and their families after their military service. However, not all veterans utilize these benefits to...
Serving in the military is an honorable endeavor, but transitioning back to civilian life often presents challenges for veterans. One tool that eases this transition is the GI Bill, a comprehensive legislation designed to support veterans in their post-service lives....
As a veteran living in South Carolina, you may wish to apply for disability benefits from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs if you have a serious health condition connected to your military service. For a condition to relate to your service term, it must have...
As a veteran filing for VA disability benefits, you have the legal right to view your c-file. The VA creates your c-file as soon as you file for disability benefits and it contains everything that the VA has collected about your service history, your medical condition...
Active duty military service can put service members at risk for toxic exposures to things such as chemicals and burn pits. Toxic exposure can result in debilitating chronic medical conditions. The PACT Act is a new law that expands veterans' benefits to veterans who...
Disabled veterans may find that they can not work because of their disability. Total Disability based on Individual Unemployability (TDIU) benefits exist to help support veterans in this situation. Becoming familiar with these frequently asked questions may help...
When some veterans return from war or a military conflict, they may develop post-traumatic stress disorder weeks or even months after the event. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs notes that this mental health issue occurs when the stress, fear or anxiety...
If you struggle with a disability as a veteran, you could face many obstacles on a daily basis. In addition to chronic pain, stress and financial hardships, your disability could impact your quality of life and your loved ones as well. For example, you could have to...
It is common for military veterans who suffer from a disability due to their service to file for a disability claim. However, many of these service people develop other disabilities in the future related to their service. In that case, it is possible to file for a...
In 1973, the Military Personnel Records Center in Overland, Missouri caught fire, leading to the destruction of 16-18 million service member records. As result, many former service members have difficulty applying for Veterans Disability Benefits. Unfortunately, there...