Navigation Studies have revealed that Veterans exposed to jet fuel, commonly known as JP-8, and noise are at risk of developing hearing problems. The noise exposure does not have to be at hazardous levels in order for these problems to develop. Exposure to even safe levels of noises as defined by Occupational Safety and Health Administration, […]
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Temporary Total Disability Ratings Based on Convalescence
Under certain circumstances a temporary total (100 percent) disability rating will be assigned for a service-connected disability when a medical report establishes that a Veteran needs time to recover following discharge from the hospital. The medical report submitted for this application must be issued at or near the time of hospital discharge or outpatient release. […]
Initiative to Connect Veterans to Trucking Jobs
America’s trucking industry moves the majority of American goods but needs 80,000 new truckers to keep up. In response to the shortage of truckers, the White House is launching the Veterans Trucking Task Force to connect veterans to trucking jobs. This initiative was announced on April 4, 2022. The Veterans Trucking Task Force will work […]
Should You Hire a Representative for Your Social Security Disability Claim?
Clients often come to our firm late in their decisions, sometimes even after a hearing or after being denied for years and not appealing those denials. Do you know why? Because they THINK they can not afford anyone to represent them. This is certainly not true! In many cases, you cannot afford to be unrepresented. […]
Documents Needed for a Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Claim
If you or someone you know lived or worked at Camp Lejeune between 1957 and 1987 and suffered a toxic water disease such as cancer or another illness, you should contact our lawyers immediately. You may be entitled to recover compensation through the Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Justice Act of 2022. You will need the […]