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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E-Benefits is a secure web portal created by VA and the Department of Defense allowing veterans, servicemembers, and their families self-service capabilities in managing VA and military benefits. On this week’s episode of Veterans Legal Lowdown, the CCK team discusses why it is important to keep eBenefits information private and how to identify red flags. Don’t miss out on this important update!

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VA offers a variety of lesser-known benefits to veterans, including burial benefits, non-college degree programs and certificates, special restorative and vocational training, student loan forgiveness, Aid and Attendance, life insurance, and many more. Join the CCK team as they discuss what these benefits are and how to qualify. Be sure to tune in for this important update!

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VA has announced that Veterans diagnosed with chronic asthma, rhinitis, and sinusitis within 10 years of a qualifying period of service in Southwest Asia and certain other areas will have their disability claims processed on a presumptive basis. Join us as we take you through the specifics of VA's new policy, how this affects Veterans exposed to burn pits, which Veterans can benefit, and implications going forward.

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On this episode of Veterans Legal Lowdown, the CCK team discusses Compensation and Pension (C&P) exams for mental health. In a mental health C&P exam, the examiner will evaluate how the veteran’s mental health condition affects their daily life. Tune in to learn about VA’s mental health rating formula, what a C&P examiner will ask a veteran about their condition, tips for attending the exams, and more.

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Adjustment disorder occurs when a person has great difficulty coping with a particular source of stress, such as a major life change, loss, or event. Often, it involves symptoms of anxiety, such as excessive worrying, panic attacks, difficulty sleeping, and restlessness. Tune in as the CCK team discusses how to establish service connection, how VA rates adjustment disorder, and more.

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Migraines are a form of intense headache that can last for many hours and are very common among veterans. Join the CCK team as we discuss common secondary conditions to migraines and how VA rates these conditions. From possible symptoms and causes of migraines to tips on how to file a claim for secondary service connection, we will review it all!

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Sleep apnea is a potentially serious sleep disorder in which a person’s breathing is repeatedly interrupted throughout the night. Tune in to hear the CCK team discuss VA ratings for sleep apnea and how to win a sleep apnea VA claim. From common symptoms of sleep apnea to tips on proving service connection, we will review it all. Join us to catch all the details!

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On this episode of Veterans Legal Lowdown, the CCK team is diving into the topic of nexus letters. A nexus letter is a document that connects a veteran’s in-service event to their current disabling condition. Tune in as we discuss what a strong nexus letter should include, how to find a competent and qualified doctor, how much a nexus letter should cost, and more!

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PTSD is a mental health condition that can occur following a distressing, shocking, or traumatic experience. Common among veterans, PTSD often leads to secondary disabilities, including sleep apnea, migraines, depression and anxiety, high blood pressure, and more. Join the CCK team as we discuss common secondary conditions to PTSD and their VA ratings. Tune in today to learn more!

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