Yes, we will help support your claim by gathering the required evidence post military service such as external medical evaluations and personal statements.

Yes, a veteran is eligible to file for a claim if they have served in the reserves.

No, a diagnosis can be given post service because it is understood that not everything will be diagnosed in service.

Yes, there are a number of reservists that have a 100% VA rating and are active reservists. However, you cannot collect both VA disability and Reserve pay at the same time. Many Reservists will only opt in for drill points and forego their drill pay.

Depending on the number of honorable discharges you have, they may count toward VA disability. In some cases, you can still receive VA benefits based on the reason for discharge, but you may not be eligible for financial compensation.

Yes, you can file for conditions to be reevaluated if they have worsened over time.

A primary condition is directly linked to an incident or a mechanism of injury (MOI). A secondary condition develops as a result of the primary condition, meaning it’s an additional health issue caused or aggravated by the first.

No, you are not. VA benefits are not a fixed pool that runs out. Every eligible veteran is entitled to receive compensation based on their own service-connected conditions. The VA system is structured so that each veteran is allotted up to 100% disability compensation individually. Your claim does not reduce or take away from what another veteran can receive.