Navigation If you believe that a doctor or any healthcare provider has harmed you due to their carelessness, you might have a medical malpractice case. In Alabama, like in many other states, there are specific rules about how long you have to file a lawsuit against healthcare providers. What should patients and their loved ones know? […]
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VA to Reduce Medical Staff in Response to Budget Shortfalls
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is implementing significant staffing cuts, aiming to eliminate about 10,000 positions primarily within its medical services. This move is intended to address budget shortfalls and reallocate resources more effectively. Despite previous assurances that frontline care would largely be protected, positions for psychologists, clinical social workers, and other key healthcare […]
Potential Legislation to Increase Community Services for Veterans
There has been additional legislation introduced to increase community services for our Veteran community. In the Senate, House and Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs leaders Chairman Mike Bost (R-Ill.), Chairman Jon Tester (D-Mont.), and Ranking Member Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), introduced H.R. 8371, the Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act. In […]
Rapid Test for TBI Expected to Make Debut in Military in Coming Months
A rapid test that checks for traumatic brain injuries using a single drop of blood has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration. The test checks whether a person’s blood contains the protein markers associated with a mild TBI, or concussion, after 15 minutes. While the test does not offer a firm diagnosis, it […]
FAQ: Can I receive Social Security Disability and Veterans Disability Benefits at the Same Time?
Many clients ask if they can receive both Social Security disability and Veterans disability benefits at the same time. Yes, they may receive both Social Security benefits and Veterans disability benefits. However, receiving one does not automatically qualify you for the other as the programs are very different in their requirements. The Social Security Administration […]