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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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News and Press
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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News and Press
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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News and Press
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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News and Press
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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News and Press
Legal Help for Veterans, a nationwide law firm dedicated exclusively to assisting veterans with disability benefits claims and appeals, is closely monitoring significant changes the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced for 2025. These updates could significantly affect veterans receiving benefits or filing for compensation shortly. According to the VA’s official news release, several […]
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News and Press
Veterans who served at the Karshi-Khanabad (K2) base in Uzbekistan after September 11, 2001, are now eligible for expanded access to VA benefits. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recently announced new steps to ensure these Veterans—and their survivors—receive the care and compensation they deserve. These changes aim to lower the burden of proof for […]
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Claims Processing, Medical Issues / Disability, News and Press, Veterans Law
The Honoring Our PACT Act of 2022 was passed to help veterans exposed to toxic substances during service, like Agent Orange and Burn Pits. The Act expands eligibility for VA healthcare and other benefits by adding over 20 conditions. While the act promised many benefits to those affected, Veterans Affairs severely underestimated how many veterans […]
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