Category Archives: VA Disability
A Shorter VA Form 21P-526EZ Will Not Ease Veterans’ Burden of Proof
When the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs cuts back on paperwork, it doesn’t always make the process of applying for benefits meaningfully easier. Such is the case with the VA’s July 2026 proposal to cut down the agency’s primary disability compensation application – VA Form 21-526EZ – down from 15 pages to 5 pages…. Read More »
The New FAST VETS Act Can Help You Cut Through VR&E Red Tape
When the Focused Assistance and Skills Training for Veterans’ Employment and Transition Success Act (FAST VETS Act) was signed into law in January of 2026, it rendered the process of using Chapter 31 benefits to re-enter the job market more adaptable for Veterans with service-connected disabilities. As a result, Veterans with a VA service-connected… Read More »
AVOIDING CLAIM SHARK COMPANIES PREYING ON DISABLED VETERANS
Because navigating the VA claims process is notoriously frustrating, the idea of hiring a consultant or coach to guide you as you seek benefits or otherwise manage your eligibility may seem tempting. Unfortunately, so many individuals and companies claiming to be claims experts are fronts for what amounts to “lawful fraud” that Congress is… Read More »
CAN THE VA LOWER YOUR RATING IF YOUR MEDS ARE WORKING?
When someone is struggling due to an injury or an illness, they understandably want to feel better physically. Yet, some Veterans are concerned that taking medication to improve their pain, functionality, and/or overall health could lead them to feel “so good” that their VA benefits eligibility rating could be compromised. Vets who are worried… Read More »
Proposed Changes to VA Sleep Apnea Disability Ratings Explained
The VA is considering major changes to how sleep apnea is rated for disability compensation. The proposal would shift the focus from whether a Veteran uses a CPAP machine to how much impairment remains after treatment, which could significantly change how some claims are evaluated. If you have sleep apnea connected to your military… Read More »
