If you’re a veteran whose condition was caused or worsened while under VA-sponsored medical care, read on to learn more about VA 1151 claims.
VA Policies
Articles about the different VA policies and processes for veterans disability benefits.
VIDEO: What are P&T Benefits and How Do You Get Them?
VA disability lawyer Joseph Scott discusses obtaining permanent and total (P&T) status for veterans to secure stable VA benefits.
How Much Does a Disability Lawyer Cost?
We explain who is able to handle a VA claim on a veteran’s behalf and how much they can charge. At Woods and Woods, you don’t pay us unless we win.
Presumption of Service Connection for VA Disability
Learn more about getting VA disability for health conditions the VA automatically assumes were caused by the circumstances of some vets’ military service.
Filing a VA Claim for a Condition Aggravated by Military Service
If your military service worsened preexisting or other service-connected conditions, you might qualify for VA disability based on aggravation.Â
How Drug Use and Drug Rehab Can Affect Your VA Benefits and Rating
You may worry you’ll lose VA benefits for drug use. That’s why it’s important to understand the connection between VA disability and drugs.
What Can I Do if the VA Makes a Clear And Unmistakable Error on My Claim?
CUEs by the VA are rare and difficult to find. They may go undetected for years until someone experienced with VA law looks at your file.
Can You Work with 100% VA Disability?
Can you work with 100% VA disability? This article explains the difference between TDIU and a 100% rating.
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.
How to Prepare a VA Disability Claim Before Discharge
We explain what the BDD program is, who is eligible, and what you can do if you miss the window to apply for benefits through the program.
What Kind of Veterans Receive VA Disability Benefits?
Thousands of veterans of your age and with similar medical conditions receive VA disability benefits. These charts show the range of veterans currently receiving monthly compensation as “disabled veterans.”
