VA Appeals

When you file a claim for VA disability benefits, you may receive a determination you disagree with. For example, the VA may deny your claim if it determines you do not qualify for benefits. Alternatively, the VA may rate your disability lower than you expected. Fortunately, the VA offers an appeals process that involves several…

Sometimes when you receive a decision from the VA for your VA disability claim, it’s not quite what you were hoping for. Maybe your condition was rated too low. Maybe your claim was denied altogether. Whatever the situation is, veterans have the right to appeal the decision if they disagree with it. Veterans typically have…

Receiving a lower rating than expected or denied claim can be extremely frustrating during the VA disability claims process. After serving your country, you deserve to receive proper compensation for your efforts. Veterans should not simply give up after receiving an unfavorable VA disability decision, they should take the next step forward by filing an…

For many veterans, obtaining VA benefits is crucial for living a more enjoyable and comfortable life. Receiving a denied claim or a lower rating than expected can be frustrating and feel like a setback. Unfortunately, many veterans face challenges in getting benefits, but there are ways to appeal a VA decision that can improve your…

The CAVC, or Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims, is the only federal court that addresses veterans’ issues. It was created to give veterans a place for judicial review of decisions made by the Board of Veterans’s Appeals. It serves as a hierarchy in checking the BVA’s decisions to make sure veterans receive a fair…

When seeking an appeal for a decision made regarding a veteran disability claim, the Board of Veterans’ Appeals (BVA) is the first level of appeal for veterans after a decision from the VA Regional Office. The next step would be taking the case to the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims (CAVC) if the veteran…

Veterans with service-connected illnesses or injuries may qualify for VA benefits. Navigating the VA disability system can be tough, especially after initial denials or low ratings. In this blog, we’ll explore whether back pay is available after a VA disability appeal and how it is determined. What is VA Disability Back Pay? VA disability back…

Once you submit a VA appeal, you might be wondering, “How long until I find out my decision?.” The answer? It varies. The time it takes from submitting your appeal to receiving a decision depends on several factors, including the type of appeal and the specifics of your case. Here we will explore the different…