VA Disability Rates 2024 COLA The 2024 Cost of living adjustments (COLA) will be applied starting December 1, 2023. To learn more about the cost of living adjustment, learn more on the VA website. 10% – 20% (No Dependents) Percentage Rate 10% $171.23 20% $338.49 30% – 60% Without Children Dependent Status 30%…
After Submission of VA form 21-526EZ Initial Review After submitting your claim, you will receive confirmation from VA that they have started the review process. During this time, make sure to check for any correspondence from VA. Evidence Gathering VA has a duty to assist you with evidence gathering in the development…
Filing an Initial Claim: Helpful Tips for Completing VA Form 21-526EZ VA Form 21–526EZ Initial claims for disability compensation claims should be completed using VA Form 21-526EZ. This form can also be used when applying for an increased rating in service-connected disabilities in which the appeal period has expired. Pages 1-8 of…
Intent to File – VA Disability Compensation What is an Intent to File and how is it different from a claim? VA’s Intent to File (VA Form 21-0966) is a one-page form meant to notify VA that a claimant plans to file a formal claim for disability compensation within one year from…
(If you are looking for information regarding the Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022, please see our previous post about it here.) Camp Lejeune - VA Benefits Apply for Benefits Today History of Camp Lejeune Named after General John A. Lejeune who was an early proponent of the amphibious assault plan utilized…
The Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 History of Camp Lejeune Named after General John A. Lejeune who was an early proponent of the amphibious assault plan utilized in WWII, Camp Lejeune is a U.S. Marine Corps Base in North Carolina which was established in 1941. Over the last 80 years, the…
Our Free Consultation At Bergmann & Moore, we offer free consultations to Veterans or their family members regarding their VA disability appeals. If you still need to file an initial claim, you can find information and help by clicking here. The first step in the consultation process is to make sure you…
VA has Released Burn Pit Registry Data VA established the Airborne Hazards and Open Burn Pit Registry (AHOBPR) in 2014 with the goal of collecting data on those who were exposed to burn pits. The PACT Act section 808(b)(2) states that the Secretary of VA must make the findings of the Burn…
VA Disability Rates 2023 COLA The 2023 Cost of living adjustments (COLA) will be applied starting December 1, 2022. This increase is the largest in 40 years and is a jump to 8.7%. COLA is directly taken from that of the Social Security Administration. To learn more about the cost of living…
General PACT Act FAQ's What does it mean to have a presumptive condition that is considered covered by the PACT Act? It means that if you have a medical condition that is now presumptive due to the PACT Act, you do not need to prove your medical condition is related to service.…
