Veterans who got sick or hurt while serving our country can get regular payments through the Department of Veterans Affairs’ or VA’s, disability compensation program. To qualify for compensation, a veteran must show the following: That they have an illness or injury...
As a veteran, you have likely heard of Veterans Affairs (VA) pension and disability compensation. While both support veterans, they serve different purposes and have distinct eligibility criteria. The confusion surrounding these benefits can lead to missed...
For those receiving Veterans Affairs disability payments, your family relies on these payments, perhaps even for survival. This means there are concerns surrounding the transferability of VA disability benefits upon the passing of a veteran, and if they are...
Estate planning is a critical process for everyone, but it holds unique challenges and considerations for disabled veterans. These individuals must navigate Veterans Affairs benefits, address long-term care needs and ensure their service-related benefits are handled...
The state of Connecticut and the federal government offer a wide array of benefit programs that are intended to provide veterans with financial assistance if they are disabled or as they age. This blog does not have enough space to describe all of the benefits that...
If you are a veteran dissatisfied with the outcome of your United States Department of Veterans Affairs disability benefits claim, understanding your appeal options is crucial. This blog post delves into the three available avenues under the new decision review...
For veterans in Connecticut and the rest of the country, filing for claims online has been a method that has been gaining momentum. This is more so the case in the past few years as technology has advanced. However, some recent news is somewhat concerning. Claims...
There are many reasons why a Connecticut resident might need a loan; buying a car or home are among the top reasons to need this type of assistance. If you are a veteran, you may be able to qualify for a VA loan. To do that, you need the VA Certificate of Eligibility....
As in all states, veterans of wars and former military members in Connecticut can apply for governmental benefits administered by the United States Department of Veteran Affairs. While many of these benefits are given directly to the service member or veteran, some...
Veterans in Connecticut can face difficulty navigating the process of filing a disability claim with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) due to its complex and ever-changing procedures. Consequently, disabled veterans require evidence that accurately describes...