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What Legal Blindness Really Means for Your VA Rating

Plus, we honor Vice Admiral James Stockdale, break down VA benefits for legally blind veterans, and cut through the confusion around Agent Orange and herbicide exposure claims.

Hagen McMenemy, +1

May 24, 2026

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4 min read

Remembering Those Who Never Came Home | Memorial Day 2026

Honoring the men and women who gave everything so the rest of us could live free.

Hagen McMenemy, +1

May 20, 2026

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3 min read

Important Notice Regarding Two Recent VA Failures

A landmark class action, Freund v. Collins, just revealed VA quietly closed thousands of veterans' appeals with no warning. If yours went silent, it may not be too late.

Hagen McMenemy, +1

May 13, 2026

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6 min read

Knowing What Your Neck Pain Claim Could Be Worth

We honor Captain Benjamin Salomon, break down VA neck pain ratings, and professional advice for what examiners are really looking for in your mental health C&P exam.

Hagen McMenemy, +1

May 6, 2026

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11 min read

The VA Conditions You Didn't Know You Could Claim

We break down VA ratings for TMJ disorder and explain why your eczema flare-ups deserve better documentation while also honoring Colonel Ralph Puckett Jr.

Hagen McMenemy, +1

Apr 29, 2026

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11 min read

Your Shoulder Claim Might Be Worth More Than You Think

We spotlight Gary Sinise's mission for veterans, break down VA shoulder ratings, and explain why 100% may not be your ceiling.

Hagen McMenemy, +1

Apr 22, 2026

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11 min read

Does Your Sleep Apnea Qualify You for More VA Benefits Than You're Getting?

Breaking down the sleep apnea and hypertension connection, and explaining what veterans need for a successful sleep apnea claim. We also honor a legendary Tuskegee Airman

Hagen McMenemy, +1

Apr 15, 2026

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11 min read

Are You Leaving VA Money on the Table for Hip Pain?

We honor SFC Alwyn Cashe, unpack VA hip pain ratings, and explain why arthritis claims hinge on your worst days.

Hagen McMenemy, +1

Apr 8, 2026

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10 min read

Radiculopathy VA Ratings, DIC Benefits, and What Families Should Know

Learn how VA rates radiculopathy and what veterans need to prove service connection, plus guidance from Hill & Ponton on how DIC benefits can increase for surviving families and the story of Navy SEAL Marcus Luttrell.

Hagen McMenemy, +1

Apr 1, 2026

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10 min read

Tinnitus VA Ratings, VA Letter Pitfalls, and the Legacy of Lt. Michael P. Murphy

Learn how VA rates tinnitus and how secondary conditions can increase your disability rating, plus advice from Hill & Ponton attorneys on confusing VA letters and a look at Medal of Honor recipient Lt. Michael P. Murphy.

Hagen McMenemy, +1