Veterans’ Benefits And Toxic Exposure
Veterans in Indiana should know that an important change may be coming to the world of veterans’ benefits. Current regulations force people to prove that they were exposed to toxicity that caused an illness while serving. However, the VA may add burn pits and other toxic exposures to the list of presumptive illnesses. Presumptive illnesses […]
Why The VA Has Denied A Large Percentage Of Claims In Indiana
In the 90s and 2000s, the United States military used burn pits to dispose of various materials like human waste, jet fuel, trash, chemicals, paint, plastic and other products. Many of the soldiers who spent time around the burn pits have now developed cancers and lung diseases in their 20s and 30s. These soldiers have […]
Why Veterans Should Switch To Direct Deposits Instead Of Checks
Many veterans in Indiana receive their benefits through a check or debit card. However, Veterans Administration (VA) officials are urging veterans to switch over to a direct deposit. According to one of the officials, receiving payments by check or debit card can make veterans vulnerable to identity theft. They’re also more expensive and sometimes come […]
How Do You Prepare For A VA Board Hearing?
When you file for veterans’ benefits in Indiana, the Veterans Administration might decline your request. However, this doesn’t mean that the battle is over. You can appeal the decision and possibly have it overturned so that you can get the benefits you’re entitled to. How do you prepare for a board hearing? To prepare for […]