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Serving in the military places many stressors on the lives of current service members and those who are veterans. For people serving on the front lines, these incidents are clear as they may experience combat situations or even suffer wounds themselves. For others, they may hear about traumatic events or learn that a friend has…

Many veterans pursue benefits through the Veterans Disability Compensation Program because of physical injuries that now impact their civilian lives. However, it is just as possible to receive these cash payments when mental health concerns now affect your well-being. It is no secret that serving on active duty can have a negative impact on a…

When most people think about medical conditions that may be impacting America’s veterans, they imagine physical injuries. However, just as common and debilitating are mental health concerns that can impact any person who served on active duty. Depression, anxiety, PTSD, and afflictions resulting from traumatic brain injuries are just a few examples of mental health…

The unexplained but all-too-real symptoms of Gulf War Syndrome affect countless veterans. Veterans experience unexplainable pain, memory issues, fatigue, and so many other symptoms. It affects their lives on a daily basis and can be debilitating for many who suffer it. The origins of this condition have eluded medical researchers for decades, and new theories…

Service in the military is one of the highest honors anyone can perform, but sexual trauma during your service can affect your entire life. Too many service members hide what happened to them. They often fear the embarrassment of exposing what happened or worry that their superiors will do little to help solve the problem….

Total Disability Individual Unemployability Benefits (TDIU) can help you gain 100% coverage, even if you do not meet the traditional criteria needed for that much coverage. If you struggle to get or maintain gainful employment because of your disabilities, you might qualify for this important coverage. At GC, our VA disability attorneys understand TDIU and…

To maximize your VA disability benefits, you want to ensure you are getting the maximum coverage possible based on your disability rating. When appropriate, raising your disability rating can increase the amount of compensation you get from the Department of Veterans Affairs. In fact, your condition may have worsened over time, meaning you now qualify…

Dealing with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is an incredibly complex and difficult journey for many veterans. Your service created traumas that continue to follow you, but you are entitled to benefits through the VA for properly proven claims. PTSD treatment records can help you make your case and win the compensation you deserve. At GC, our…

Suffering PTSD is a difficult thing to live with every day. Veterans who suffer this condition may be entitled to a special VA coverage called Total Disability Individual Unemployability benefits (TDIU) that can make a major difference in their lives. However, how difficult is it to get TDIU when you suffer from PTSD? It can…