Veterans VA Claims Blogs

38 CFR 4.130 Filing for a VA rating for depression, anxiety, PTSD, or other mental health condition may feel unnervingly vulnerable, especially if you're the kind of person who doesn't like to complain or open up about your problems. But when it comes to getting the...

38 CFR, Part 4.71 If you're filing a disability claim for a VA back pain rating, you might assume it's enough to describe your symptoms and provide medical records. But the VA doesn't rate "back pain" as a condition. It only evaluates and compensates specific medical...

The wounds you carry from serving your country are heavy enough, but, too often, the VA claims process only adds to that burden. You confront confusing forms, deadlines, medical jargon, and legal rules. And you know that one wrong step, such as a forgotten form field,...

Reaching a 100% disabled veteran benefits rating or qualifying for TDIU (Total Disability based on Individual Unemployability) is often about more than just listing your diagnoses. The VA needs to see strong connections, solid documentation, and a clear picture of how...

When you're thinking about filing a VA disability claim, time is of the essence. Whether you're filing for the first time, seeking an increase, or adding a secondary condition, one of the most overlooked but powerful steps is submitting an Intent to File (ITF). It's...