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GAO Report Finds VA Uses Outdated Criteria

A recent report by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) found that, in some circumstances, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) used out-of-date criteria to make assessments about disability benefits. This meant, in some cases, that veterans may have gotten more benefits than they should have been entitled to, or that they may have far less benefits than they deserved (or, in some cases, may have been unfairly denied entirely). The report sets forward a number of recommendations for fixing these issues, to ensure that this happens far less.

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How Can a Paperwork Error Cost You Your Disability Benefits?

The application process for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) can be long and complicated. However, many people who apply are disqualified before they can even be properly considered, due to simple paperwork errors. But how exactly can a paperwork error cost you your disability benefits, and what can you do to avoid that situation?

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How Does the VA Determine Your Disability Rating?

If you are a US veteran who receives disability benefits, you will have received a disability rating from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This rating is critical because it determines what benefits you are legally entitled to. But how exactly does the VA determine your disability rating, and what might you be able to do to change it?

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When is a Disability Not a Disability?

Millions of Americans struggle with disabilities every single year. However, only a relatively small portion of these people are considered eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). But when is a disability not considered a legal disability, and why might it matter if you apply for SSDI or SSI benefits?

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How Might a Lawyer Help With Your VA Disability Claim?

In theory, anyone can fill out a claim for disability benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs (also known as the VA), provided they qualify. However, doing so without legal assistance can result in a worse outcome than you might have gotten if you hired a lawyer to help you. But how exactly can a lawyer help with your VA disability claim, and what might happen if you do not have one? Continue reading “How Might a Lawyer Help With Your VA Disability Claim?”

Why Might Your Disability Application Be Denied?

Millions of people apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) every single year. However, less than half of these applicants manage to successfully get the benefits they apply for. So why exactly might your disability application be denied, and what can you do if it happens to you? Continue reading “Why Might Your Disability Application Be Denied?”

Why Do Veterans Not Get Treated For PTSD?

People who served in the military are at a substantially higher risk of developing post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, than the general population. Despite this, however, a large number of veterans who suffer from this psychological disorder never get treated for it, or put off treatment for years. Why do veterans not get treated for PTSD, and what can be done to help them?

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SSDI “Work Credits” and Why They Matter

If you or someone you love has applied for Social Security Disability Insurance, or SSDI, you may have heard about “work credits.” These credits are not always well-understood, but are an important part of the criteria you must meet to apply for these disability benefits. But what exactly are work credits in the context of SSDI benefits, and why might they matter to you?

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Five Reasons to Appeal Your VA Disability Claim

If you are a veteran of the US military and you are suffering from a physical or psychological disability, you can apply for disability benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). However, even if your disability claim is denied, you may still be able to appeal and get the benefits you deserve. Here are five reasons to consider appealing your VA disability claim:

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Five Common Mistakes Seen on SSDI/SSI Applications

Millions of people apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) every year. However, less than half of those who apply actually manage to get approved, and this is often due to simple mistakes that can be avoided with a bit of care. Here are five common mistakes often seen on SSDI and SSI applications, which can lead to your application being denied:

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