Veterans Disability Compensation

How to Establish VA Service Connection

Veterans can establish service connection by showing a link between a new or pre-existing condition and active duty.

Filing for Veterans Disability Benefits

Veterans who with service-connected disabilities may be eligible to receive benefits from the VA.

How Do Disability Ratings Work for Veterans Benefits?

Veterans of the United States Armed Forces with disabilities connected to, or aggravated by, active service may be eligible for veterans disability benefits.

Get Veterans Service-Connected Disability for an Aggravated Pre-Existing Condition

You might be eligible for service-connected disability compensation if your condition was aggravated by your military service.

Is There a Statute of Limitations to Apply for Veterans' Disability or to Appeal a Denial?

There's no time limit on applying for VA disability, but appealing a denial requires meeting strict deadlines.

How to Get Veterans Disability Benefits for PTSD

If you were exposed to an incident during service that causes symptoms of fear, distress, and avoidance, you may qualify for VA disability benefits.

Disability Benefits for Vietnam Veterans Exposed to Agent Orange

Vietnam veterans who were exposed to Agent Orange likely qualify for disability benefits.

Why Did the VA Reduce My Disability Benefits?

Here are the rules for when the VA can reduce a veteran's disability rating and benefits.

The VA Denied My Disability Claim. How Do I Appeal the Decision?

The VA has just released a new version of the form to appeal a denial of veterans disability benefits from the VA.

How Long Do Veterans Disability Benefits Last?

Veterans disability benefits often last a lifetime, but they can end sooner in some circumstances.

Can the VA Send Me to a New Exam and Reduce My Disability Benefits?

The VA might send you to a re-examination if the agency thinks there's been an improvement in your medical condition.

How to Get Disabled Veteran Benefits for Spouses

Spouses of veterans who were injured during service may be eligible for extra disability payments, along with health care, education, and burial benefits.

Compensation for Surviving Military Spouses

Surviving military spouses can sometimes receive veterans disability compensation from the VA, a monthly benefit called Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC).

Can a Child of a Veteran With No Parental Rights Get VA Benefits?

How difficult is it to get benefits if my biological parent is a veteran?