Two of the most prevalent diagnoses among veterans today are PTSD and alcohol use disorder (AUD). For veterans navigating the challenges of VA disability benefits, one crucial aspect to understand is how alcohol use disorder can often reinforce a veteran’s claim for PTSD. It is common for veterans to develop alcohol addiction secondary to PTSD. …
What are the most common things to claim for VA disability?
Navigating the VA disability claim process can feel like a daunting task for many veterans. Understanding which conditions are more likely to get approved can make a significant difference. In this article, we’ll explore some of the common things to claim for VA disability. From tinnitus to musculoskeletal injuries, we’ll guide you through the conditions …
Veterans Disability Frequently Asked Questions
Below are answers to common questions many veterans have when they first contact Marc Whitehead & Associates. Remember, if your initial claim for veterans disability is denied, don’t give up. There are a number of things you can still do. Be sure to download our free eBook, Veterans Disability Claims – Strategies for a Winning …
How Does the VA Claims Process Define Military Service?
How Does the VA Claims Process Define Military Service?
When it comes to the VA claims process, you must be “a person who served in the active military, naval, or air service, and who was discharged or released therefrom under conditions other than dishonorable” to establish basic eligibility. The first step that either your VA disability lawyer or the VA Board will take in establishing your benefit eligibility will be to examine whether your experience qualifies as military service.
Conventional service in one of the five branches of the US Armed Forces is the most common type of military service. If you served with the US Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, or Coast Guard, you’ll meet the military service requirement.