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News and Press
In a March 2025 case, the United States Supreme Court ruled that the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims is not required to review the application of the “benefit of the doubt” rule by the Department of Veterans Affairs. This result is likely to affect benefits rulings for many veterans nationwide. The Facts of […]
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Medical Issues / Disability, News and Press
The VA has been busy working on new ways to use technology to veterans’ advantage. With new apps, web applications and medical devices, the VA is better than ever at assisting our veteran’s physical care needs. Stroke Recovery App Designed by Veterans Affairs, the Stroke Recovery App helps veterans get around-the-clock support after suffering an […]
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Recent policy shifts at the Department of Veterans Affairs are raising concerns about how veterans across the country access care. To bring remote employees back into physical facilities, the VA requires many clinicians—particularly those who provide telehealth services—to return to in-person work. However, there aren’t enough private offices or clinical spaces in many locations to […]
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The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced a significant change in how it handles treatment for gender dysphoria following an executive order issued by President Trump. If you are a Veteran currently receiving or considering treatment for gender dysphoria through the VA, this decision directly impacts your care. Understanding the immediate and long-term implications […]
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Medical Issues / Disability, News and Press
Most veterans are aware that they can get service-connected and receive VA disability benefits for injuries or conditions sustained in service. However, many veterans are not aware that service connection on a direct basis is not the only way to connect their disability. Veterans can apply for secondary service-connected disability benefits if their primary service-connected […]
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On March 30th, a severe blizzard ripped through most parts of Northern Michigan. The events that followed were “nothing short of catastrophic”, according to Michigan State Police spokesperson Kim Vetter. Immediately following the blizzard’s destruction, Michigan Governor Grechen Whitmer declared a state of emergency for counties still without power and those who cannot operate as […]
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The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recently dismissed more than 1,400 employees in non-mission-critical positions, redirecting $83 million annually toward veterans’ health care, benefits, and services. While the VA insists these cuts will not harm veterans, the reality is that fewer employees processing claims and handling administrative tasks could result in delays, errors, and wrongful […]
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Medical Issues / Disability, News and Press, Veterans Law
The Department of Veterans Affairs recently released the 2025 VA Federal Benefits Guide for veterans, dependents, survivors, and caregivers. The handbook provides details to veterans, service members and their families on all the resources the VA offers. VA Federal Benefits Guide The new file is a reference, comprehensively listing VA programs that could assist in […]
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Michigan Veterans benefits attorney Jim Fausone is commending a new initiative by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) aimed at helping Veterans secure the care and benefits they have earned. The VA has announced a proposed grant program that would provide legal support for Veterans and former service members seeking to upgrade their military […]
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In today’s world drones have become common use. Children enjoy them as toys, while the military enjoys them for surveillance. Drones are remote-controlled, but they can also be flown autonomously using software-controlled flight plans embedded in their systems. Recently, flying objects have become a threat to the U.S. military. In 2023, a Chinese spy ballon […]
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