Outside of designated holidays and the occasional “thank you for your service” received after a recognized sign of service, disabled veterans tend to be often overlooked as being considered a ...

The VA disability system evaluates over 900 medical conditions. Understanding medical evidence standards is fundamental to the VA's evaluation process.

Disabled veterans rated 100% by the VA are paid the highest base monthly rate, the top being $3,831.30 a month for 2025, as per official VA disability rate tables. However, a veteran's compensation is ...

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The number of vets receiving 100 percent disability ratings has surged in recent years. For-profit firms, influencers and the VA play a large role in the trend.

A Haines City Police Department captain is accused of defrauding the U.S. government for disability payments. Captain Gabriel Garcia was arrested May 22 at the police department and is charged with ...

In 1990, Maj. Raymond Thomas learned that he was not selected to become a lieutenant colonel. Having been passed over twice, he left the Air Force at 17 years, 10 months and, for his efforts, received ...

Family of a retired, disabled, military father running to hug him. A veteran of war or returning home concept. pch.vector Freepik Outside of designated holidays and the occasional “thank you for your ...