Question: I filed a claim almost 2 years ago for hearing loss, perforation of my tympanic membrane and residuals from a gunshot wound. The VA granted me 3 zero percent ratings. I am not arguing the fact that they [...]

Question: I was in the Wyoming National Guard for 8 years. During that time I was only activated once to help with a large forest fire. I did not actually fight the fire but I did provide logistical support [...]

Question: I am currently unemployed and almost penniless. I live above my parents garage and I am fortunate in that they are able to help me out but this is all very frustrating. I am able to work but [...]

Question: What exactly is the definition of a veteran? Answer: You raise an interesting question that unfortunately has many different answers. For example Dictionary.com defines a veteran as: a person who has had long service or experience in an [...]

Question:  If a veteran is listed as "post-Vietnam", are they eligible for a NSC pension? Answer: To be eligible for NSC pension you must be a wartime vet. Below please find the NSC criteria with Vietnam period of war. [...]

Question: I have a question about which VA Regional office decides an Appeal when the veteran moves. Last year I received a Disability Rating of 50% from my local VA regional office. In Jan 2012 I decided to file [...]

Question: i am a veteran of the Korean war. I was exposed to DDT dailey during the summer months. I have had skin cancer for the last 20 years and had a heart by pass. could I be entitled [...]

Question: After getting out of service I was rated with 10% service conected disability and as the years have gone by it seems to be getting worse. All they seem to be doing is running more tests and they [...]

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