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VA Disability Group PLLC is a law firm fighting for Veterans denied VA benefits. We handle claim appeals before the BVA and the CAVC.

VA Disability Group PLLC is a law firm that represents military Veterans denied VA benefits.

12/03/2025

If you have painful joints from all the fun you had on ruck marches, maybe it is time to see if you are maximizing your rating.
Watch this video to see if you are maximizing your rating for painful motion: https://youtu.be/Va-J0for1ys
Brush up on the Bilateral Factor: https://youtube.com/shorts/805b6eqINBc
Learn about C&P exams for:
Hips: https://youtu.be/g2KW7xes-eE
Knees: https://youtu.be/I0zxqSWbM8A
Feet: https://youtu.be/-yzimTK6-kY
Back: https://youtu.be/rvDGVbUWhbc
Shoulder: https://youtu.be/qXyhP_v9wHU

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12/01/2025

The waiting game for a VA disability claim can be incredibly frustrating. If you've ever asked, "Why does the VA take so long?" this video has your answer.

We dive deep into the real reasons behind the processing times—from the sheer volume of claims driven by new laws like the PACT Act to the complex nature of presumptive and chronic conditions. But it's not all bad news: the VA is processing more claims now than ever before!

Knowing what causes delays is the key to speeding up your own claim. We'll show you exactly what you can do to avoid the common pitfalls and help the VA get you the decision you deserve faster.

⏰ Timestamps
0:00 - Introduction
00:44 - How New Laws Impact VA Claim Processing Times
02:47 - Why Complex Cases Take Longer to Process
05:29 - Preexisting Conditions Impact on Processing Claims
06:12 - Delays in Attending Exams Can Lead to Delays in Processing Your Claim
08:13 - Obtaining Private Medical Records for a Veteran Can take Months, Increasing the Length of Adjudication
09:08 - Evidence Gathering Facilitates and Frustrates the Process
10:49 - VA Staffing Changes Causes Delays in Processing Claims
11:53 - Quality Review Process Both Helps and Hinders the Process
14:04 - Steps Veterans Can Take to Minimize Delays

🔗 Relevant Links & Resources
VA News Release on Claims Volume: https://news.va.gov/press-room/va-processes-more-than-2m-disability-claims-in-record-time/

21-526EZ New Claims Form for Fully Developed Claim: https://www.va.gov/find-forms/about-form-21-526ez/

38 CFR 3.309: https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/38/3.309

Printable Symptom Logs: https://vadisabilitygroup.com/symptom-logs/

Military Base Toxic Exposure Map: https://vadisabilitygroup.com/military-base-toxic-exposure/

Buddy Statement/ Statement in Support of Claim Form: https://www.va.gov/find-forms/about-form-21-4138/

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VIDEO LINKS:
Sec. of Defense Reaction Video: https://youtu.be/falEwvTM6fI
C&P Exam Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIdb2n6bjE-yVDCnWekmg5-Xanl6M6S0
How to Expedite Your Claim: https://youtu.be/wHgD7hTYfH4

11/27/2025

Thank you to every service member that missed Thanksgiving defending our nation.
Thank you for your service. We are grateful for you.
Also, pass the gravy.
Happy Thanksgiving!
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11/19/2025

Who wants to play?
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11/17/2025

Can service members receive VA benefits while still on active duty? YES!

The biggest mistake service members make is waiting until after discharge to explore their benefits. By then, you've missed crucial deadlines and opportunities. This video breaks down the most important VA benefits and programs you can and should file for before your separation date.

⏰ Timestamps
0:00 - Intro
00:46 - Pre-Discharge Disability Claims (Benefits Delivery at Discharge - BDD Program)
01:55 - VA Home Loan COE for Active Duty
02:28 - GI Bill & Transferring Education Benefits
03:01 - SGLI/FSGLI and Life Insurance Options
03:36 - Mental Health Access While on Active Duty
05:32- Educational and Career Counseling

🔗 Relevant Links & Resources:
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Life Insurance Video: https://youtu.be/iS81z7FbD38

VA BDD Pre-Discharge Claims: https://www.va.gov/disability/how-to-file-claim/when-to-file/pre-discharge-claim/

Request a VA Home Loan COE (VA Form 26-1880): https://www.va.gov/find-forms/about-form-26-1880/

Apply for the GI Bill: https://www.va.gov/education/apply-for-gi-bill-form-22-1990/introduction

Find a Vet Center (Mental Health): https://www.va.gov/find-locations/

Did this video motivate you to file? Hit the like button, let me know in the comments which benefit you're claiming first, and subscribe for more essential transition guides!

11/13/2025

We are excited to have a full page ad in the Special Veterans Edition of USA Today!

We want every veteran and military family to see it and we need your help to spread the word!

If you know a veteran, a service member, or a military spouse who could benefit from an attorney's assistance in filing an appeal, please share this post with them.

Look for us the next time you visit the VA, this special edition paper will be there, filled with tons of information and resources.

Click the link below to view the digital copy of the USA Today Special Edition and our full-page ad!

🔗https://usatodayspecial-va.newsmemory.com/?special=Veterans+Affairs&date=20251104

11/12/2025

Looks like the Lieutenant was trying to get fancy. What is your best military logic story?
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11/05/2025

What's worse, a gear inspection or waiting in line at the DMV?
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11/03/2025

Did you know an inaccurate dependent count with the VA could mean you're missing out on hundreds of dollars every month? If you have a VA disability rating of 30% or higher, ensuring your spouse and children are correctly listed is the only way to get the maximum compensation you've earned.

In this video, we provide the essential, step-by-step roadmap for successfully adding your dependents to your VA benefits. We cover everything you need—from the exact forms to download to the critical documents that prevent claims delays.

Forms & Documents Mentioned:
VA Form 21-686c: Application Request to Add and/or Remove Dependents (The main form)
https://www.va.gov/find-forms/about-form-21-686c/

VA Form 21-674: Request for Approval of School Attendance (For children 18-23 attending school)
https://www.va.gov/find-forms/about-form-21-674/

VA Form 21P-509: Statement of Dependency of Parent(s)
https://www.va.gov/find-forms/about-form-21p-509/

Other critical documents: Marriage Certificate, Birth Certificates, Divorce Decrees, etc.

VA Pay Rates for 2026: https://vadisabilitygroup.com/2026-va-disability-rates/

100% Benefits Information: https://vadisabilitygroup.com/national-benefits-for-100-percent-disabled-veterans/

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Timestamps:
00:00 Start
00:16 Reasons to Make Sure Dependency is Accurate with the VA
01:52 Who Qualifies as a Dependent with the VA
02:55 How to Apply or Update Dependents with the VA
03:39 Documents Needed to Apply Overview
05:07 VA Form 21-686c How to Guide
07:43 VA Form 21-674 How to Guide

10/29/2025

If your definition of "okay" is flexible, perhaps it's time to file a claim with the VA for benefits. If you have been denied for a mental health rating, reach out to us. We may be able to assist with your appeal.
Check out this video on mental health claims: https://youtu.be/L8dH7WbpBBc
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7837 S Sprinkle Road
Portage, MI
49002

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Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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VA Disability Group PLLC is a law firm that represents military Veterans denied VA benefits. We handle claim appeals before the BVA and the CAVC. Our scope of practice is nation wide as the VA is a agency of the federal government. Our office is located in Kalamazoo, Michigan but our clients are represented all over the United States. To learn more about our practice and cases we represent please visit our website at: www.vadisabilitygroup.com