Military Service Discharge Categories and Their Effects on VA Disability Benefits

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If you’ve read our post on veteran qualifications for the Department of Veterans Affairs (the “VA”) disability benefits, then you know being discharged “under conditions other than dishonorable” is a major requirement. But what exactly does discharge “under conditions other than dishonorable” entail? A military discharge is simply a release from military obligations for an armed services member. The military … Read More

I Need VA Disability Benefits, But Do I Qualify as a Veteran?

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Filing for disability with the Department of Veterans Affairs (the “VA”) can be a stressful process and legally complex. The first step, though, is to determine eligibility based on the VA’s definition of a “veteran.” In this blog post, we will help you break down that definition and provide greater understanding. I served in the military. Does that automatically make … Read More

Survivor Benefits (DIC)

There are several types of survivor benefits managed by VA. Of particular importance are DIC benefits. If you’re the surviving spouse, child, or parent of a service member who died in the line of duty, or the survivor of a Veteran who died from a service-related injury or illness, you may be able to get a tax-free monetary benefit called … Read More

Caregivers Under the VA System

A family caregiver plays an important role in caring for the Veteran at home and in the community. VA has two programs for caregivers: The Program of General Caregiver Support Services (eligible Veterans all eras) and the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (eligible post-9/11 Veterans). To learn about these programs visit this link: https://www.caregiver.va.gov. As a Caregiver, the … Read More

Multiple Sclerosis

Service-connected (SC) status refers to Veterans who are disabled by an injury or disease that was incurred or aggravated during active military service. MS is a presumptive condition and benefits are based on the presumption that the disability is service-connected (SC). Veterans with symptoms of MS in the military or within seven years after honorable discharge may be eligible for … Read More