In this episode, we discuss the VA benefits a veteran may qualify for with a 70% VA disability rating. We will talk about the 70% VA disability pay rate, VA healthcare eligibility, the Veteran Readiness and Employment Program, and other benefits veterans may qualify for. Tune in to learn more! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - https://bit.ly/CCKYTL Facebook - https://bit.ly/CCKFBL...
Oct 28, 2024•5 min
In this episode, we discuss whether VA can reduce or terminate a disability rating. We will talk about the circumstances under which VA may stop or reduce a VA rating and what veterans can do if this occurs. Tune in to learn more! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - https://bit.ly/CCKYTL Facebook - https://bit.ly/CCKFBL Instagram - https://bit.ly/CCKINL ...
Oct 21, 2024•5 min
In this episode, we discuss what to expect during a C&P exam for arthritis. We’ll cover VA service connection for both osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, what C&P examiners look for, how arthritis severity is measured, and what to mention if you’re in pain to get the right rating. Tune in to learn more! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - https://bit.ly/CCKYTL Facebook - ht...
Oct 15, 2024•7 min
Dental conditions can yield significant VA disability ratings. In this episode, we discuss the VA rating system for dental conditions, specific dental conditions and their ratings, cancerous tumors of the mouth and jaw, and more. Tune in to learn about dental disabilities and VA compensation! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - https://bit.ly/CCKYTL Facebook - https://bit.ly/CCKFBL...
Oct 07, 2024•5 min
In this episode, we discuss the National Defense Authorization Act, or NDAA. This is passed each year and includes new laws for Veterans and service members. We discuss these new laws and how they may impact VA disability benefits, other veteran’ benefits, and service members. Tune in to learn more about the 2024 NDAA! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - https://bit.ly/CCKYTL Facebook - ...
Oct 01, 2024•9 min
In this episode, we discuss the types of sleep apnea, the critical role of medical evidence, lay evidence, and more. Sleep apnea is a common service-connected condition among veterans and can qualify for a 100% VA disability rating of severe. Tune in to learn what you need to set your sleep apnea VA claim up for success! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - https://bit.ly/CCKYTL Facebook - ...
Sep 23, 2024•5 min
In this episode, we discuss the top 5 VA disability mistakes we see as VA disability lawyers. These mistakes include misunderstanding service connection criteria, delaying filing a VA claim, missing VA correspondence and deadlines, and others. Tune in to learn more! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - https://bit.ly/CCKYTL Facebook - https://bit.ly/CCKFBL Instagram - ...
Sep 16, 2024•5 min
In this episode, we discuss Total Disability based on Individual Unemployability, or TDIU. Key topics we talk about include how TDIU benefits allow veterans to be rated 100 percent, how veterans can apply for these benefits, the differences between “schedular” and “extraschedular” TDIU, and more. Tune in to learn more about TDIU! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - https://bit.ly/CCKYTL Facebook...
Sep 09, 2024•8 min
In this episode, we discuss three types of evidence veterans can use to increase their VA rating. We will discuss medical records, lay evidence, and employer records. Additionally, we will talk about increased rating claims so that veterans can learn how to demonstrate a worsening of their service-connected condition. Tune in to learn more! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - https://bit.ly/CCKYTL F...
Sep 03, 2024•5 min
What does it mean when your VA claim status reads “Pending Decision Approval and Preparation for Notification”? If a veteran’s claim is at the Pending Decision Approval or Preparing for Notification step, this is generally a good sign. It means that the decision process is nearing completion. Tune in to learn more! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - https://bit.ly/CCKYTL Facebook - http...
Aug 26, 2024•3 min
In this episode, we discuss VA disability benefits secondary to hip conditions and what conditions commonly stem from hip disabilities. Veterans who develop a secondary disability because of an already service-connected condition can receive a VA rating for both conditions. Tune in to learn more! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - https://bit.ly/CCKYTL Facebook - https://bit.ly/CCKFBL...
Aug 19, 2024•7 min
In this episode, we discuss Form 21-4192, which is one of the forms Veterans must complete when applying for TDIU benefits. In this episode, we discuss more about what Form 21-4192 is used for, go over each section of the form, explain why veterans must submit it, and offer some tips on how to complete it. Tune in to learn more! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - https://bit.ly/CCKYTL Facebook...
Aug 13, 2024•4 min
In this episode, we explore the different pathways to achieving this rating, including schedular ratings for single or multiple conditions, Total Disability based on Individual Unemployability (TDIU), permanent and total ratings, and temporary total disability ratings. Tune in to learn more! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - https://bit.ly/CCKYTL Facebook - https://bit.ly/CCKFBL ...
Aug 05, 2024•10 min
In this episode, we break down the 70 percent VA rating for mental health conditions. Mental health conditions are all rated using VA’s General Rating Formula for Mental Disorders. Under this, ratings can be assigned at 0, 10, 30, 50, 70, or 100 percent. If a veteran receives the 70 percent rating, it means they display impairment in most areas such as work, school, family relations, judgement, thinking, and mood. Tune in to learn more! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.co...
Jul 29, 2024•3 min
There are several ways veterans may obtain VA disability benefits. In this episode, we discuss the process of establishing service connection for your disability, either through an initial claim or supplemental claim, and the significance of submitting through evidence with your initial claim using VA Form 21-526EZ to increase the likelihood of a favorable decision. Tune in to learn more! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube...
Jul 22, 2024•4 min
Georgia provides a range of resources and benefits to supports its veterans. Veterans residing in Georgia may wonder what these benefits are and how to access them. In this episode, we discuss some of the benefits available to veterans living in Georgia, including veterans’ homes, financial benefits, employment benefits, and others. Tune in to learn more! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - https://bit.ly/CCKYT...
Jul 15, 2024•5 min
Veterans who receive a 100 percent, or total, VA disability rating may wonder if they can still work while rated as totally disabled. In this episode, we discuss some ratings veterans may receive, such as TDIU, and some scenarios when they may be eligible to work while rated at 100 percent. Tune in to learn more! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - https://bit.ly/CCKYTL Facebook - https:...
Jul 08, 2024•5 min
VA requires certain documents to support all claims for disability benefits. Veterans should consider gathering, or giving VA permission to gather, this evidence. In this episode, we discuss how veterans can obtain their records to submit to VA and what to do if some of their service records are missing. Tune in to learn more! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - https://bit.ly/CCKYTL Facebook ...
Jul 01, 2024•4 min
Veterans with a 100% VA rating are considered “totally disabled.” Whether to file another VA claim depends on their specific situation and rating type. This episode discusses why veterans might want to file a new claim despite a 100% rating and also explores reasons they might not. Tune in to learn more! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - https://bit.ly/CCKYTL Facebook - https://bit.ly/...
Jun 24, 2024•3 min
When reading their Rating Decision letter, a veteran may come across what are known as “favorable findings.” In this episode, we will discuss what exactly favorable findings are, where to find them in your decision letter, and whether VA adjudicators are bound by these findings. Tune in to learn more! Follow us on social media: YouTube - https://bit.ly/CCKYTL Facebook - https://bit.ly/CCKFBL Instagram - https://bit.ly/CCKINL...
Jun 17, 2024•4 min
What mental health conditions qualify for a 100% rating? In this episode, we will discuss what is takes to qualify for the 100% VA disability rating for mental health conditions. We will break down the rating criteria you must meet to get a 100% VA rating and mental health conditions, such as PTSD, depression, and anxiety. Tune in to learn more! Follow us on social media: YouTube - https://bit.ly/CCKYTL Facebook - https://bit.ly/CCKFBL Instag...
Jun 10, 2024•4 min
How do Social Security benefits and VA Disability Benefits impact each other? In this video, we discuss VA disability and Social Security benefits, how they work together, and whether any offsets apply. There are two different types of Social Security disability benefits: Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). One benefit includes limits whereas the other does not. Tune in to learn more! Follow us on social media: YouTube - https://b...
Jun 03, 2024•6 min
DBQ stands for Disability Benefits Questionnaire. DBQs are forms created for veterans’ use in the evaluation process for VA disability benefits. A nexus letter is a document prepared for a veteran by a medical professional that explicitly connects an in-service event to the current condition for which a veteran is seeking VA compensation. Tune in to this informative episode to learn more about how DBQ’s and Nexus Letters are used in the VA disability claims process. For more information, visit o...
May 28, 2024•10 min
Is VA disability compensation exempt from bankruptcy? In 2019, the HAVEN Act was signed into law, making VA benefits protected income during bankruptcy proceedings. Prior to the HAVEN Act – from 2005 to 2019 – the federal Bankruptcy Code commonly required veterans to give up their VA disability benefits to creditors to obtain bankruptcy relief. Tune in to this episode to learn more about bankruptcy and VA disability compensation. For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com...
May 06, 2024•2 min
In this informative episode, we will break down the VA disability benefits available to veterans with knee conditions and pain. Learn the common knee conditions Veterans experience, how they're rated, special Veterans Law considerations to be on the lookout for in your decisions, C&P examinations for knee conditions, and tips for building a strong VA claim! Tune in to learn more! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube...
Apr 29, 2024•6 min
In this video, we will breakdown the monthly rate VA DIC recipients will receive in 2024! DIC, or dependency and indemnity compensation, is a monthly benefit paid by VA to surviving dependents of a veteran whose death was related to their military service or a service-connected condition. DIC has exclusive rates and is separate from veterans’ disability benefits. Tune in to this episode to learn more about the 2024 DIC rates! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Fol...
Apr 22, 2024•3 min
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) awards special monthly compensation (SMC) to veterans with service-connected conditions so debilitating they warrant a rating higher than 100 percent. In this episode, we will break down the SMC rates for fiscal year 2024 and other key information veterans need to know about their special monthly compensation for 2024. Tune in to learn more! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - ...
Apr 16, 2024•2 min
The Cost-of-Living Adjustment for Veterans’ disability compensation in 2024 was announced at 3.2 percent. In this episode of CCK Live, we will discuss how this change in COLA will affect veteran’s benefits, what the 2024 pay chart looks like, and what veterans can expect for their VA disability benefits in 2024. Tune in to this episode to learn everything you need to know about the 2024 COLA adjustment and VA disability pay chart. For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com...
Apr 08, 2024•4 min
In this episode, we are discussing the issue of unaccredited individuals charging veterans and their families illegal fees to file VA claims, obtain medical evidence and nexus letters, and more. A group of 31 members of Congress sent a letter to VA Secretary McDonough addressing the increase in unaccredited individuals profiting off veterans. The letter asserts that the passage of the PACT Act has only increased the predatory behaviors of these scammers, who charge excessive, illegal fees to vet...
Apr 01, 2024•4 min
In this episode, we discuss the PFAS lawsuit and your entitlement to VA benefits. PFAS chemicals were used widely in various industries and have contaminated water, food, and air across the U.S. If you believe you have been exposed to PFAS and have been diagnosed with certain cancers after the year 2000, then you may qualify for compensation. What's key here, is that there will be no offset between your VA benefits and any settlement or award made under the PFAS water contamination lawsuit—meani...
Mar 25, 2024•2 min
