Disability Law Claims Blog

New regulation proposed to ease veterans’ disability claims process

The Department of Veterans Affairs has proposed a new regulation which if enacted, will hopefully ease the process by which a veteran can make a claim for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).

Currently, to obtain compensation for a PTSD-related disability, a non-combat veteran must provide evidence of:

• a stressor, and
• the stressor was related to fear of a hostile military activity or terrorist activity which is corroborated by a VA claims adjustor.

Under the new, proposed regulation, to obtain disability compensation for PTSD, the "stressor related to fear of a hostile military activity" recalled by the veteran will not require corroboration by the VA.

Nearly one third of all veterans returning from Iraq are expected to suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder - an anxiety disorder that is characterized by feelings of fear, confusion and anger.

Soldiers can return from action with a number of conditions, injuries, and aggravated preexisting conditions. If you believe you have a service-connected physical or psychological injury you may be entitled to Veterans’ Compensation. At LaVan and Neidenberg, we are determined to secure veterans their rightful disability compensation and disability rating. We wrote this book for you! In it you will find valuable tips on how to navigate the claims process and avoid common pitfalls. Request your FREE copy today!

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