Supreme Court weighs veterans' disability denials, affecting 'untold numbers' of vets
The Supreme Court is considering how the VA's denial of benefits should be reviewed to ensure decisions are tipped in a veteran's favor.
Supreme Court hears challenge to denials of disability claims by veterans
The U.S. Supreme Court weighed oral arguments Wednesday in a case over how a century-old law is applied to decide Department of Veterans Affairs benefits when there is an equal balance of evidence to support or deny a disability claim.
Supreme Court Struggles With Veteran Appeals Standard of Review
The Supreme Court grappled with what a veterans’ appeals court is obligated by law to do when reviewing a disability benefits claim that the government denied.
Two Veterans Will Argue to Supreme Court that VA Disability Claims Aren't Getting 'Benefit of Doubt'
When the cases went before the Veterans Court of Appeals, the court determined that no errors were made by either the adjudicators or the board. The court did not conduct a benefit-of-the-doubt review, and the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals agreed it was not necessary.
Supreme Court hears arguments on veterans benefits appeals rules
Supreme Court justices heard arguments on a veterans benefits case on Oct. 16. (Mariam Zuhaib/AP) The Supreme Court heard oral arguments Wednesday in a veterans benefits case which could have wide-ranging impact on applicants’ options to appeal decisions denying them payouts.
Rights of persons with disabilities a landmark Supreme Court verdict
The ruling not only highlighted the principle of reasonable accommodation but also elucidated the importance of equality and inclusive education in achieving an accessible society
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See Your 2025 VA Disability Pay Rates
The following tables show 2024 Department of Veterans Affairs monthly disability rates for veterans with a rating of 10% or higher. These amounts are effective Dec. 1 of each year. They are ...
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For these disabled vets, surfing, sailing and kayaking are part of their rehabilitation
The VA's sports clinics introduce veterans to adaptive activities to help them recover from injuries and make fitness a part ...
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Judge Blasts VA for Failing Homeless Veterans with Disabilities
A federal judge ruled the Department of Veterans Affairs failed to provide adequate housing and healthcare for homeless ...
Amendment G would extend Colorado’s homestead property tax exemption to more veterans
Colorado voters will decide through Amendment G in the November election whether to extend a homestead property tax exemption ...
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Critics Say VA Plan to Add Disability Rating for Rare Lung Condition Won't Help Afflicted Veterans
The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting comments on a proposed federal rule that establishes a diagnostic code for ...
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Amendment G: Should more disabled veterans qualify for Colorado’s homestead property tax break?
Colorado voters in November will be asked whether to amend the state constitution to extend a popular property tax break to ...
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Thank veterans for their service
To both honor them and provide them with the help and resources they need and deserve, we formed the Local 98 Veterans ...