The VA is processing claims faster than ever. The backlog is the lowest it's been in years. And your 2024 medical records are ...

Secondary conditions are disabilities caused by conditions the Department of Veterans Affairs already recognizes as service ...

When a service-connected condition causes or worsens another medical issue, veterans may be eligible to file secondary VA claims. A primary claim establishes the direct connection between a disability ...

A Marine disposes trash at a burn pit in Afghanistan. Veterans are again being encouraged to submit claims related to toxic exposures. (Sgt. Anthony L. Ortiz/Released) The Department of Veterans ...

Secretary of Veterans Affairs Doug Collins testifies before his Senate Veterans Affairs committee confirmation hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC on January 21. On Tuesday, Collins reported the ...

Applying for a VA disability rating can be a difficult, confusing, and arduous process that can feel overwhelming even for the most prepared veterans. The maze of forms, deadlines, and medical ...

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) plays a crucial role in supporting America's veterans. However, navigating the system to access disability benefits can be a hurdle for some veterans. Many ...

For some veterans, the process of filing for disability benefits can be difficult, frustrating and time-consuming. MATT CHAMPION: It was easier for me to get into Stanford than it was to receive VA ...

Filing a VA disability claim is a significant step toward receiving monthly tax-free compensation for service-connected ...