Indiana Disability Legal Blog
Preparing For A Board Of Veterans Appeals (BVA) Hearing
If you are a veteran looking to appeal VA decisions, you can appeal via supplemental claims or request a higher-level review. You can also appeal to the Board of Veterans Appeals (BVA) according to the Appeals Modernization Act (AMA). Learn how to
The VA Disability Rating System: A Beginner’s Guide
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) disability rating system can be very complex and confusing to understand, but as a disabled veteran, you need to know how it works to receive the benefits you deserve. This guide will help you
How To Change Your GI Bill School Or Program
Veterans and their survivors can change their GI Bill program or school under several circumstances. However, there are some considerations that a veteran should take. Read on to learn more. Why request a change to your GI Bill benefits? You
How To Increase Your Veteran Disability Compensation
You’re eligible for an increased disability rating if you’ve suffered a disability as a veteran and the condition worsens over time. In this case, you should also consider several factors to increase your disability compensation from the Department of Veteran
What You Need To Know About The Post-9/11 GI Bill
The Post-9/11 GI Bill is an American law that provides education benefits to military veterans who have been on active duty service after September 10, 2001. This bill was passed and signed into law in 2008. Applicants must meet several requirements to
Hidden Wounds: Veterans Struggling With Non-Physical Conditions May Qualify For SSI, SSDI Or VA Disability
The physical wounds of war are hard enough to recover from. Many veterans also struggle with unseen wounds that can still qualify them for SSI, SSDI, or VA disability benefits. These can include traumatic brain injury (TBI), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder