VA disability is usually not for life. When you start collecting benefits, it’s with the understanding that the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) can and will periodically review your situation and reassess whether you should continue receiving benefits, and at the same level. If you have a severe medical condition from which VA believes …
Can Agent Orange Cause Schizophrenia?
No definitive evidence shows that Agent Orange can cause schizophrenia as of 2019. That said, studies on Agent Orange and its harmful effects are ongoing, and over the years, researchers have linked the herbicide to more and more illnesses, many of them serious and even life-threatening. For a free consultation and case evaluation, call (888) …
What Are VA Disabilities?
VA disabilities are any medical conditions that arise as a result of a person’s military service or arise during service. To begin receiving VA disability benefits, you must file a claim and include supporting documentation that proves you have a VA disability. VA maintains a master list of disabling conditions that have a pre-set list …
Is My VA Disability Rating Permanent?
VA disability ratings generally are not permanent. Rather, they are subject to review by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) at any time. If VA finds that your situation or condition has changed since you received your initial rating, it may assign you a new rating—or cease your benefits altogether. In limited cases, you may receive …
Does the US Government Pay for Agent Orange Injuries?
If you served boots on the ground in Vietnam, in or near the Korean DMZ, or on or near the perimeter of a Royal Thai Air Force Base in Thailand and developed specific conditions, the US government may compensate you for Agent Orange-related disabilities. Working With an Advocate Is an Option for Ailing Veterans Veterans …