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Articles about the Board of Veterans Appeals (BVA) and related VA disability claims.

VA Disability Forms for New Claims and VA Appeals

Published on November 7, 2024 by Neil Woods
Last Updated on November 19, 2024

Need to take action related to a VA benefit? There’s a form for that! This post explains some of the most common VA disability forms you may need.

What is Apportionment of VA Benefits?

Published on October 17, 2024 by Neil Woods
Last Updated on October 29, 2024

We explain VA apportionment, including who qualifies for it and under what circumstances.

VIDEO: What Is a Board Notice of Disagreement?

Published on June 4, 2024 by Neil Woods
Last Updated on June 4, 2024

What is a Board Notice of Disagreement and how can you use it to appeal your VA claim? VA disability lawyer Krystal Lechner explains.

VIDEO: How to Fill out VA Form 10182

Published on May 17, 2024 by Neil Woods
Last Updated on May 21, 2024

VA form 10182 and how to fill it out is explained by VA disability lawyer Krystal Lechner.

Understanding Deferred VA Claims

Published on January 29, 2024 by Neil Woods
Last Updated on June 4, 2024

We break down what a deferred VA claim means, what to do if you get one, and how you can avoid a VA deferral.

VIDEO: Is the Appeals Modernization Act Better for Veterans?

Published on January 26, 2024 by Neil Woods
Last Updated on February 23, 2024

The AMA and its benefits for veterans are explained by VA disability lawyer Zack Evans.

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