2023 has been a roller coaster year of veteran news. We share six of the biggest vet news stories of the year.
VA Policies
Articles about the different VA policies and processes for veterans disability benefits.
What is the 2024 VA Disability Payment Schedule?
Direct deposits for VA disability payments are made on the first of every month unless it falls on a weekend or a federal holiday.
Why Did the BVA Remand My VA Disability Appeal?
A BVA remand means a claim has been sent back to a VA regional office for additional processing. But how long does it take? And what happens next?
How to Tell if Your VA Disability Rating is Permanent
The VA isn’t always clear when it issues a permanent rating. We offer a few tips to help you figure it out for yourself.
What Is a Veteran?
In this article, we will explain what a veteran is, what it means to be a protected veteran, how veteran status affects VA benefit eligibility, and more.
Protected and Stabilized VA Disability Ratings
Veterans with stabilized ratings have lived with a consistent disability for at least five years. Learn about the other levels of protection.
What are VA Diagnostic Codes and Why Do They Matter?
How do VA diagnostic codes affect your rating, and what happens if your condition is not in the rating schedule? We answer these questions and more.
Can I Get VA Disability and SSDI?
Veterans are eligible to receive both TDIU and SSDI benefits. Make sure you know the different requirements for each.
How to Expedite Your VA Disability Claim
Veterans can expedite their VA disability claims for several reasons. Find out if your situation qualifies for priority processing.
Introduction to VA Disability Ratings
This article explains how the VA determines disability ratings and what evidence you need to make a case.
The VA’s Avoidance of Pyramiding Rule
When the VA makes a decision about a disability claim, it avoids stacking a veteran’s symptoms. Learn more here about the VA’s rule against pyramiding.
How to Claim Secondary Service Connection for a VA Disability
Veteran can receive VA rating for any health condition that is medically related to a service-connected condition. But you won’t find a list of secondary conditions. This article explains why.
