When your VA claim is denied, or you are not satisfied with your rating, you have the option to appeal the decision. However, the VA appeals process can be confusing and daunting. Join the CCK team as we discuss the benefits of hiring an accredited representative for your appeal. Don’t miss out on this informative episode! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - http://bit.ly/CCKYTL Facebook - http://bit.ly/CCKFBL Instagram - http://bit.ly/CCKI...
Dec 12, 2022•19 min
Many veterans pursue 100 percent disability ratings because of the amount of compensation and additional benefits associated with it. Therefore, it is important to note that there are multiple types of 100 percent VA disability ratings. Join the CCK team as we review five types of 100 percent disability ratings. Do not miss out on this informative episode! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - http://bit.ly/CCKYTL Facebook - http://bit.ly/CCK...
Dec 05, 2022•13 min
The length of the VA claims and appeals process can vary tremendously based on many factors. These include the number of issues for which a veteran is filing a claim, the complexity of the case, whether the veteran is in the Legacy or AMA system, and more. Join the CCK team as we review the many reasons for long VA wait times and how veterans can help speed up the process. Be sure to tune in for this informative episode! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social ...
Nov 28, 2022•36 min
Presumption of exposure means that veterans who served in certain locations at certain times do not have to provide the typical elements to establish service connection. In August 2022, the PACT Act expanded presumptions related to Agent Orange exposure to include additional locations and time periods. Join the CCK team as we review the new presumptive criteria and more. Don’t miss out on this informative update! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: Y...
Nov 21, 2022•14 min
On this episode of Veterans Legal Lowdown, the CCK team is discussing the newly established VA presumptions for veterans affected by burn pits. On August 10, 2022, the PACT Act added 23 new conditions to the presumptive list for toxic and burn pit exposure. Be sure to tune in as we review the criteria for this VA presumption and how to apply for burn pit benefits. For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - http://bit.ly/CCKYTL Facebook - http://bi...
Nov 14, 2022•8 min
On this episode of Veterans Legal Lowdown, the CCK team is discussing a recent VA benefits case in which a CCK client received a huge VA back pay award. CCK ultimately reached an agreement with VA without having to file a single formal brief. Tune in to this episode to learn more about how CCK helped the Veteran receive almost 30 years’ worth of retroactive benefits. For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - http://bit.ly/CCKYTL Facebook - http:/...
Nov 07, 2022•10 min
If VA finds that a veteran’s condition has improved, and if the condition is not considered permanent, VA can reduce their disability rating. While 100 percent ratings are not automatically permanent, they can be granted permanent status in certain situations. Join the CCK team as we discuss how to determine if your 100 percent rating is permanent. Do not miss out on this informative update! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - http://bit.ly...
Oct 31, 2022•12 min
Veterans can receive disability compensation for mental health conditions caused by military service. When filing for disability benefits for mental health conditions, there are some mistakes veterans commonly make. Join the CCK team as we review some of these mistakes and discuss how they can be avoided. Be sure to tune in to this informative episode! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - http://bit.ly/CCKYTL Facebook - http://bit.ly/CCKFBL ...
Oct 24, 2022•14 min
Women are the fastest growing group in the veteran population, with about two million currently living in the US. In addition to the general health and wellness benefits available to all eligible veterans, VA offers a range of female-specific services and resources. Join the CCK team as we review these health services, eligibility requirements, and how to apply. Tune in to catch our discussion! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - http://bit...
Oct 17, 2022•12 min
The VA claims and appeals process can be confusing and complicated, and veterans often receive unfavorable decisions or denials. However, there are several ways veterans can strengthen their claim. On this episode of Veterans Legal Lowdown, the CCK team is discussing six ways to improve your VA claim. Tune in to catch our discussion! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - http://bit.ly/CCKYTL Facebook - http://bit.ly/CCKFBL Instagram - http://...
Oct 03, 2022•19 min
If a veteran’s service-connected condition causes a separate illness or disability, this is called a secondary condition. Join the CCK team as we discuss how to increase your VA rating by filing a claim for a secondary condition. We also review types of evidence to submit with secondary claims and how VA rates secondary disabilities. Be sure to tune in for this informative update! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - http://bit.ly/CCKYTL Fac...
Sep 27, 2022•12 min
A claimant can appeal their case to the CAVC, a federal appellate court located in Washington, D.C, if they were unsuccessful before the Board. A claimant can also file a supplemental claim with new and relevant evidence for readjudication by VA. Join the CCK team as we discuss four reasons why veterans should appeal to the CAVC instead of taking the Supplemental Claim lane. Don’t miss out on this informative episode! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social med...
Sep 19, 2022•16 min
On August 10, 2022, the Honoring Our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics (PACT) Act was finally signed into law. This bill provides improved benefits and health care to veterans suffering from burn pit and other toxic exposures. Join the CCK team as we break down the PACT Act and discuss how it affects veterans. Be sure to tune in for this informative update! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - http://bit.ly/CCKYTL Facebook - http://bit...
Sep 12, 2022•25 min
Total disability based on individual unemployability, or TDIU, is awarded to veterans who are unable to secure or follow substantially gainful employment due to their service-connected disabilities. This benefit allows veterans to be compensated at VA’s 100 percent disability rate. Join the CCK team as we break down three ways to secure TDIU. Be sure to tune in for this informative update! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - http://bit.ly/C...
Aug 29, 2022•16 min
In a recent Court case, CCK helped a Veteran seek benefits under 38 U.S.C. § 1151 for an additional back disability that resulted from a back surgery performed at a VA facility. Initially, both VA and the Board of Veterans’ Appeals denied his claim. Tune in as the CCK team breaks down how we challenged the Board decision and secured benefits for our client. Be sure to tune in for this exciting episode! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - ht...
Aug 22, 2022•11 min
VA compensation and pension exams are a crucial part of the disability claims process. As such, VA places significant value on the results of these exams to confirm or deny service connection and assign a disability rating. Tune in to find out how C&P exams work, why they are so important, and what to do if your exam is unfavorable. For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - http://bit.ly/CCKYTL Facebook - http://bit.ly/CCKFBL Instagram - http...
Aug 15, 2022•10 min
Hypertension means high blood pressure. Hypertension places people at higher risk for other health problems, including heart disease, heart attack, and stroke. Join the CCK team as we review how VA rates hypertension, how to establish secondary service connection, and common secondary conditions to hypertension. Don’t miss out on this informative episode! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - http://bit.ly/CCKYTL Facebook - http://bit.ly/CCKF...
Aug 09, 2022•26 min
Sleep apnea is a potentially serious sleep disorder in which a person’s breathing is repeatedly interrupted throughout the night. There are many conditions that can be caused or aggravated by sleep apnea. Join the CCK team as we discuss secondary conditions to sleep apnea and their VA disability ratings. Tune in to catch all the important details! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - http://bit.ly/CCKYTL Facebook - http://bit.ly/CCKFBL Insta...
Aug 01, 2022•15 min
Migraine headaches are a type of headache characterized by intense pain. They can be accompanied by nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light and sound, lightheadedness, and blurred vision. On this episode of Veterans Legal Lowdown, the CCK team is discussing how VA rates migraine headaches, how to get TDIU, and what types of evidence are useful for VA claims for migraines. Don’t miss out on this informative episode! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: ...
Jul 25, 2022•18 min
VA officially announced its intention to add nine rare respiratory cancers to its list of presumptive service-connected disabilities for veterans who served for any period of time in the Southwest Asia theater of operations. This new legislation comes as part of the COST of War Act of 2021 and is meant to address illnesses stemming from exposure to burn pits and particulate matter. Join the CCK team as we discuss the proposed presumptive respiratory cancers and how this will affect future burn p...
Jul 18, 2022•18 min
The Honoring Our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics (PACT) Act is a piece of legislation that, if passed, will provide improved benefits and health care to veterans suffering from toxic exposure. Join the CCK team as we break down each section of the PACT Act and discuss its implications for toxic-exposed veterans. Don’t miss out on this important episode! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - http://bit.ly/CCKYTL Facebook - http://bit.l...
Jul 11, 2022•25 min
As most veterans are aware, there continue to be massive delays in the processing of VA claims and appeals. Because of this immense backlog, VA can often take months or years to grant benefits. On this episode of Veterans Legal Lowdown, the CCK team discusses how VA disability attorneys can help you develop a stronger claim or appeal to get a more favorable decision the first time around. Be sure to tune in for this important update! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow ...
Jul 05, 2022•18 min
The process of appealing to the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims (CAVC) can be very difficult to navigate on one’s own. For this reason, it is most often in a veteran’s best interest to hire a qualified, experienced representative. Join the CCK team as we discuss how to choose the right attorney to represent you before the CAVC. Tune in to catch all the important details! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - http://bit.ly/CCKYTL Facebook...
Jun 27, 2022•11 min
On February 15, VA announced proposed changes to the Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD). In particular, these changes would impact veterans seeking disability benefits for sleep apnea, tinnitus, and mental health conditions. Join the CCK team as we discuss the rating changes and how they will affect veterans’ monthly compensation. Don’t miss out on this important episode! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - http://bit.ly/CCKYTL Facebo...
Jun 21, 2022•13 min
Compensation and pension exams are used by VA to determine if a veteran’s condition is connected to their military service, as well as to evaluate the severity of that condition. Join the CCK team as we explain how veterans can tell if their C&P exam went well and share our advice for combating an unfavorable exam. You won’t want to miss this! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - http://bit.ly/CCKYTL Facebook - http://bit.ly/CCKFBL Insta...
Jun 13, 2022•15 min
Disability Benefits Questionnaires, or DBQs, are downloadable forms created for veterans’ use in the evaluation process for VA disability benefits. DBQs are intended to speed up the processing of claims and give veterans more control over the process. Join the CCK team as we discuss how DBQs work, where to find them, and other important information. Be sure to tune in for this informative update! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - http://b...
Jun 06, 2022•12 min
On this episode of Veterans Legal Lowdown, the CCK team is breaking down the recent Supreme Court case regarding VA’s understanding and application of “clear and unmistakable error.” Tune is as we review the case and discuss the question: When VA denies a veteran’s claim based on an interpretation that is later deemed invalid, is that considered “clear and unmistakable error” that the veteran may invoke to challenge VA’s decision? Don’t miss out on this informative episode! For more information,...
May 31, 2022•10 min
The Board of Veterans’ Appeals is the appellate body of VA and can overrule a decision made by a VA Regional Office. Following an unfavorable Board decision, veterans have two options to appeal: submit a Supplemental Claim or appeal to the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims. Join the CCK team as we discuss how to appeal to the CAVC. Be sure to tune in for this important update! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - http://bit.ly/CCKYTL Face...
May 23, 2022•19 min
Kidney disease can impact the body’s ability to regulate blood pressure, filter waste, and can cause serious health problems. There are several types of kidney conditions, including acute kidney failure, diabetic nephropathy, chronic kidney disease, and end-stage renal failure. Join the CCK team as we discuss how VA rates each kidney condition, the connection between diabetes and kidney disease, Agent Orange presumptions, and more! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us...
May 16, 2022•9 min
A veteran’s service-connected disability is deemed “permanent” when VA is reasonably certain, based on medical evidence, that the level of impairment will continue for the rest of the veteran’s life. Join the CCK team as we discuss how to know when your VA disability rating is permanent. We also review situations in which VA can reduce a rating and other types of protected disability ratings. Tune in to catch all the important details! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follo...
May 09, 2022•15 min
