Veterans Benefits Blog

Veterans of the United States Armed Forces must meet certain criteria before they can receive veterans’ disability benefits. If the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) determines the claimant qualifies for benefits, it assigns a disability rating…

To get disability benefits from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), you must be able to prove a connection between your service in the military and the disability or medical condition for which you are applying for disability. If your VA disability…

If a veteran disagrees with the U.S. Veterans Affairs’ (VA) decision on his or her VA disability claim, he or she has the right to appeal the decision. However, the appeals process, outlined below, can be complicated, and it is often in your best interest…

If you or someone you love has questions about VA disability benefits, the West Palm Beach veterans’ disability lawyers at Gordon & Partners can provide you with detailed answers specific to your concerns. We are experienced in helping veterans obtain…

After years of waiting, veterans who were exposed to contaminated water while at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina may now be eligible to receive veterans’ disability benefits. The Department of Veteran’s Affairs (VA) has updated is regulations for presumptive…

Those who served in the armed forces and suffered an injury, whether physical or mental, may be eligible to receive veterans’ disability benefits to help make up for lost working time or other expenses associated with your condition. Eligibility In…

Federal scientists have identified a possible association between contaminants in the polluted water at Camp Lejeune and male breast cancer. Compared to other military bases, a recent study noted an accelerated rate of male breast cancer among those living…

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced it is expanding how claims for Camp Lejeune chemical exposure are reviewed. An estimated 20,000 veterans living in Florida are among those affected by the camps contaminated water. Were you or someone…

Shocking numbers of active duty military members have recently reported being sexually assaulted by superior officers. These numbers have increased from 19,000 reported cases in 2010, to a striking 26,000 cases in 2012. In addition, these cases are being…

A veteran is generally defined as someone that has served our country in the U.S. Armed Forces on active duty and was released under honorable conditions.  For their sacrifices, veterans are provided a variety of benefits from the United States Government…