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How to Prove to the VA that You are Eligible for TDIU

The VA processes enormous volumes of paperwork on veteran disability claims, and because of that, sometimes information gets overlooked and inappropriate denials of benefits are made. You can assist ...

I was Denied for TDIU – is There Something I Can Do?

One of the most challenging things for disabled veterans after their discharge from the military is getting accustomed to life with disabilities, and another is handling the paper-intensive ...

What is Extra Schedular Consideration (38 CFR 4.16(b)) for TDIU?

Applying and getting approved for veteran disability benefits can sometimes seem more daunting than some of the missions you ran while still in the service. It’s frustrating, yes, but the bottom line ...

What is a Protected Environment Job?

As a military member, you do whatever task is assigned to you with a sense of duty. Therefore, it’s not much of a surprise that after discharge, veterans take on whatever job opportunities they may ...

What is Substantially Gainful Employment for Purposes of TDIU?

A common trait of veterans is that they work hard, push towards gaining their objectives, and never admit defeat. Unfortunately, sometimes that means they overlook the severity of the challenges they ...

Social Security disability (SSDI) and TDIU for veterans

We know that veterans joined the military because they wanted to serve their country, not because they wanted to navigate bureaucratic mazes to claim benefits to which they are entitled. Trying to ...

The VA Appeals Process: A Step-by-Step Explanation

The process for appealing a denied veteran’s disability claim is lengthy and can be confusing for many people. However, this article will provide a step-by-step explanation of the appeals process. ...

Do Non-Service-Connected Disabilities Affect TDIU?

It may be years since you left military service and as time passes, sometimes it can be hard to know what parts of your life are still affected by your sacrifices of service and which ones are just ...

What Do Disability Percentage Ratings Mean in Connection with TDIU?

I’m Working Part-Time – Can I Still Qualify for TDIU?

Veterans are hard-working and try to overcome every obstacle – it’s just part of the personality of those who volunteered to serve their country in the military. Over and over again, we find that ...