Posted by Gregory M. Rada | May 21, 2025 | Firm News
VA Sleep Apnea Ratings Explained (2025): Why a CPAP Prescription Is Still 50 Percent—and How Looming Rule Changes Could Cut It Sleep apnea remains one of the most-claimed VA disabilities. Under Diagnostic Code 6847, a veteran prescribed (or even just recommended) a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine is automatically entitled to a 50 percent rating—even […]
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Posted by Gregory M. Rada | May 08, 2025 | Firm News
Total Disability based on Individual Unemployability (TDIU) can provide life-changing benefits to veterans who can’t maintain steady work because of their service-connected conditions. But despite how important this benefit is, there’s still a lot of confusion around who qualifies and what receiving it really means. Our VA TDIU lawyer addresses some of the most common […]
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Posted by Gregory M. Rada | May 08, 2025 | Firm News
Total Disability based on Individual Unemployability (TDIU) is a powerful VA benefit that pays at the 100% disability rate to veterans who can’t work due to service-connected conditions, even if your combined rating is below 100%. But if you’re receiving or applying for other benefits like Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), if you have dependents, […]
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Posted by Gregory M. Rada | April 21, 2025 | Firm News
Learn how the VA rates Parkinson’s disease and its secondary conditions for disability compensation. Understand eligibility, presumptive service connections, and how to maximize your benefits. Table of Contents VA Disability Rating for Parkinson’s Disease Secondary Conditions Linked to Parkinson’s Disease Presumptive Service Connection for Parkinson’s Disease Maximizing Your VA Disability Benefits How After Service LLC […]
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Posted by Gregory M. Rada | April 04, 2025 | Firm News
Agent Orange, a powerful herbicide used during the Vietnam War, has left a lasting impact on many veterans. Understanding its effects, eligibility for compensation, and clearing up misconceptions is crucial for those seeking VA disability benefits. Table of Contents What is Agent Orange? Health Effects Associated with Agent Orange Eligibility for VA Disability Compensation Common […]
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Posted by Gregory M. Rada | April 01, 2025 | Firm News
Our VA TDIU lawyer knows that being denied Total Disability based on Individual Unemployability (TDIU) benefits can be frustrating. It’s common for veterans to face denials despite the severity of their service-connected conditions. However, a denial isn’t the end of the road. You have options to challenge the decision and fight for the compensation you […]
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Posted by Gregory M. Rada | April 01, 2025 | Firm News
Our Virginia veterans disability lawyer understands that veterans seeking Total Disability based on Individual Unemployability (TDIU) benefits often have questions about how the Department of Veterans Affairs assigns effective dates and how to maximize retroactive payments. Founding attorney, Gregory Rada is a disabled veteran himself and has first-hand experience dealing with the VA claim process.If […]
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Posted by Gregory M. Rada | March 26, 2025 | Firm News
Veterans often ask when their VA disability rating becomes permanent. A permanent rating means the VA recognizes your condition isn’t going to improve and that your benefits are protected from future reductions. For veterans who rely on their disability compensation, this kind of stability brings peace of mind. In this post, we’ll break down the […]
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Posted by Gregory M. Rada | March 03, 2025 | Firm News
Pursuing Permanent and Total Status After TDIU For many veterans, receiving a Total Disability based on Individual Unemployability (TDIU) rating is a critical step in receiving the benefits they deserve. However, once granted TDIU, some veterans may be interested in securing Permanent and Total (P&T) status. Understanding the differences between TDIU and P&T, as well […]
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Posted by Gregory M. Rada | March 03, 2025 | Firm News
When it comes to veterans’ disability benefits, the terms “total disability,” “partial disability,” and “individual unemployability” can be confusing. Many veterans may have questions about why they might be considered able to do some work but still qualify for TDIU benefits. Our Colorado VA TDIU lawyer’s goal is to clear up these misunderstandings and shed […]
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