Veterans often experience certain medical conditions at higher rates due to events that occurred during military service. On this week’s episode of Veterans Legal Lowdown, the CCK team discusses the top 20 most common VA disability claims and how VA rates each condition. From sleep apnea and tinnitus to PTSD and anxiety, we will review it all. Tune in to catch all the important details.

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National Guard and Reserve members who receive discharges other than dishonorable are eligible for certain VA benefits. These benefits include disability compensation, pension, home loans, health benefits, education benefits, insurance, and more. Join CCK as we discuss each benefit in detail and eligibility criteria for National Guard and Reserve members. Tune in now to learn more!

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There are a number of different benefits available to surviving dependents of veterans, such as compensation, pension, health care, insurance coverage, burial allowance, and more. Join the CCK team as we break down the most common death and burial benefits, as well as how to apply and prove eligibility for each one. Tune in to catch all the important details!

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Tune in to hear the CCK team discuss VA disability compensation for TBI and PTSD.  TBI usually results from an injury to the head causing brain dysfunction, while PTSD occurs due to experiencing a distressing, shocking, or otherwise traumatic event.  On this episode of Veterans Legal Lowdown, we will review how TBI and PTSD are connected, overlapping symptoms, and VA ratings. Don’t miss out on this important update!

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Due to the Blue Water Navy Act, thousands of Blue Water Navy veterans are newly eligible for disability benefits related to presumed Agent Orange exposure. However, a recent investigation by the VA Inspector General’s Office found that many of these claims are being incorrectly reviewed. Join the CCK team as we discuss how VA is addressing the issues and what veterans can do if they have been impacted. Don’t miss out on this important update!

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Exposure to hazardous toxins and harmful environmental conditions during the Persian Gulf War caused veterans to develop numerous health conditions. Gulf War Syndrome, also known as Gulf War Illness, is a term used to characterize the wide range of symptoms and conditions resulting from the exposure. Join the CCK team as we discuss VA presumptives for Gulf War Syndrome, how VA adjudicates Gulf War claims, and more.

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A 100 percent disability rating is typically reserved for veterans with extremely debilitating service-connected conditions. On this episode of Veterans Legal Lowdown, the CCK team discusses several different ways veterans can obtain a 100 percent rating. From schedular ratings and TDIU to permanent and total disability ratings, we will review it all. Tune in to learn more!

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Agent Orange was one of several herbicides used during the Vietnam War era. The highly toxic chemicals in Agent Orange often take years to break down and can cause a wide array of health effects. On today’s episode of Veterans Legal Lowdown, the CCK team discusses the effects of Agent Orange, presumptive service connection for Agent Orange, and more.

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Join the CCK team as we discuss everything to look out for when choosing a VA lawyer or representative. Some of these red flags include VA representatives who charge fees based on future benefits or request fees upfront. VA representatives are also not allowed to mislead you about your benefits or rights. Tune in to hear the CCK team explain all these red flags and more.

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On this episode of Veterans Legal Lowdown, the CCK team discusses disability ratings for hip pain. Hip pain, which is fairly common among veterans, can cause a variety of additional problems and complications. To be awarded VA disability compensation, hip pain must result in functional impairment or loss. Tune in as the CCK team breaks down how hip pain is rated by VA, common causes of hip pain, and more.

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