"Independent medical documentation is a legitimate and lawful component of the VA disability process, but it is also one of the most misunderstood," said Ryan Hawley, Founder and CEO of Shield of Odin ...

COLUMN: If you’re a veteran of the armed forces, you certainly learned your share of military-specific jargon, acronyms, and ...

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

VA disability compensation functions as government payment for service-connected harm, not welfare, and the language used to ...

Veterans and families will receive VA disability payments on December 31, 2025, due to the January 1 federal holiday.

In 2026, the primary update to benefits will be the annual COLA, which increases payments to keep pace with inflation.

Millions of American veterans will see a boost in their monthly compensation starting in early 2026. The Department of Veterans Affairs has confirmed a 2.8% cos ...

Good news for veterans: VA disability pay will increase with a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment in 2026.

Starting in January 2026, VA disability payments will incorporate a 2.8 percent COLA, which is part of the federal government ...

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U.S. veterans with mesothelioma may be eligible for monthly compensation from mesothelioma VA disability claims. The VA considers mesothelioma to be a 100% disability, allowing veterans to receive ...

Two lawmakers want to fully exempt military compensation from federal income tax — a move that would deliver a significant pay boost for service members and mark one of the most sweeping tax changes ...