Indiana Disability Legal Blog
Is GERD Covered by VA Benefits
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a chronic digestive condition where stomach acid flows back into the esophagus, the tube connecting the mouth to the stomach. This backflow can cause heartburn, chest pain, regurgitation, and other uncomfortable symptoms. This condition can
What VA Benefits Are Available for Veterans Suffering from OSA?
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a severe sleep disorder that affects millions of Americans. It occurs when the airway becomes blocked during sleep, leading to interrupted breathing and a lack of oxygen. Thus, OSA can cause a variety of health
Claiming VA Disability for Hearing Loss and Tinnitus
For many veterans, the echoes of service linger not on battlefields but in the quiet moments where they can hear persistent ringing, or a muffled world replaces the vibrant sounds of everyday living. The truth is that hearing loss and
A Veterans Guide to PTSD Benefits Under the VA
The invisible wounds of war can be the heaviest to bear. Unfortunately, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) affects a high number of veterans, which impacts their daily lives and well-being. As a response, the Veterans Benefits Administration (VA) offers support through
What is Total Disability based on Individual Unemployability or TDIU?
Veterans suffering from physical and mental disabilities caused or in connection with their service can significantly impact their employability and thus affect their ability to provide for themselves and their dependents financially. Such an issue is exacerbated if a veteran
The 2024 Veterans Disability Compensation Rates
Inflation continued to affect the economy in 2023, significantly affecting the public’s cost of living. In response to rising inflation, the Veterans’ Disability Compensation Rates and the Social Security Costs for 2024 have increased. As the 2024 compensation rates have