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In this episode, Rebecca Deming explains the announced 3.6% 2027 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for VA disability benefits, how to estimate the increase, and when the higher payment is expected to arrive. She also clarifies that COLA adjusts benefit amounts, not disability ratings, and applies uniformly rather than varying by location. To learn more:https://provetlegal.com/https://www.instagram.com/[email protected]

This episode explores the recent Freund v. Collins settlement and its implications for veterans' claims, especially those affected by system mishandling or dropped appeals. It provides guidance on how veterans can identify and address potential issues with their claims. To learn more: https://provetlegal.com/https://www.instagram.com/[email protected]

In this episode, Rebecca Deming discusses how veterans can access VA healthcare overseas, including programs like the Foreign Medical Program, and shares practical tips for navigating international healthcare options. To learn more: https://provetlegal.com/https://www.instagram.com/[email protected]://www.va.gov/health-care/foreign-medical-program/

In this episode, Ross Donahue shares his journey from military service to mental health advocate, emphasizing the importance of accessible, confidential care and self-advocacy for veterans facing mental health and substance abuse challenges. To learn more: https://provetlegal.com/https://www.instagram.com/[email protected]://www.guardianrecovery.com/Veteran Crisis Hotline: 988, then press 1

In this episode, Sarah Roder from Armed Forces Mutual shares insights on military transition, financial planning, and community building for veterans and military families. Learn how to navigate the complexities of post-service life with practical advice and resources. To learn more: https://provetlegal.com/https://www.instagram.com/[email protected]://www.aafmaa.com/https://www.aafmaa.com/resource-center/military-vs-civilian-pay-pre-transition-guide-for-servicemembershttps://www.aafmaa.com/resource-center/military-transition-ahead-our-transition-timeline-can-helphttps://www.acp-usa.org/https://bluestarfam.org/

This episode clarifies the differences between VA treating doctors and C&P examiners, explaining how their opinions influence VA disability claims and what veterans can do when opinions conflict. To learn more: https://provetlegal.com/https://www.instagram.com/[email protected]

In this episode, Leah Bucholz, a physician assistant and Army veteran, explains the medical aspects of sleep apnea, its impact on the body, and how the VA rates it for disability claims. She shares insights on diagnosis, treatment options, and the importance of early detection. To learn more: https://provetlegal.com/https://www.instagram.com/[email protected]://prestigeveteranmctx.com/https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK459252/

In this episode, we explore the implications of the recent Supreme Court decision in the Hemani case on Second Amendment rights and marijuana use, especially for veterans. Our guests, Angela Tormey and Ben Stechschulte, provide insights into federal and state laws, legal nuances, and practical advice for gun owners and veterans navigating these complex issues. To learn more: https://provetlegal.com/https://www.instagram.com/[email protected]://www.acemavenlegal.comhttps://www.tpatriattorneys.com

In this episode, Leah Bucholz, a physician assistant and former C&P examiner, shares expert insights on migraines, their causes, symptoms, and how they relate to VA disability ratings. This discussion helps veterans understand how to better document and support their claims for migraine-related conditions. To learn more: https://provetlegal.com/https://www.instagram.com/[email protected]://prestigeveteranmctx.com/

In this episode, Rebecca Deming breaks down the anatomy of a VA rating decision, helping veterans understand how to interpret the document and identify potential errors or opportunities for appeal. To learn more: https://provetlegal.com/https://www.instagram.com/[email protected]

This episode explores the complexities of VA disability ratings, focusing on protected ratings, reexaminations, and strategies to manage ratings effectively. To learn more: https://provetlegal.com/https://www.instagram.com/[email protected]

In this episode, Sarah Brock from ProVet Legal discusses the intricacies of VA compensation and pension exams, including why veterans often face multiple exams, the role of toxic exposure legislation, and how to navigate the exam process effectively. To learn more: https://provetlegal.com/https://www.instagram.com/[email protected]

In this episode, Rebecca Deming explains the presumption of aggravation in VA disability claims, focusing on how pre-existing conditions are evaluated and the importance of evidence in establishing aggravation during military service. To learn more: https://provetlegal.com/https://www.instagram.com/[email protected]

In this episode, Rebecca Deming explains the presumption of soundness in VA disability law, how it affects veterans' claims, and the importance of entrance exams in establishing pre-existing conditions. To learn more: https://provetlegal.com/https://www.instagram.com/[email protected]

In this episode, Cory Gold shares his inspiring journey from military service to founding Worth Their Weight, a nonprofit dedicated to helping veterans access VA benefits and support. We discuss the challenges veterans face in navigating VA claims, the importance of awareness, and practical ways to bridge the gap for those in need. Cory shares his personal journey through mental health challenges, the importance of medication, navigating VA benefits, and innovative support solutions for veterans. To learn more: https://provetlegal.com/https://www.instagram.com/[email protected]://[email protected]