Veteran’s Disability

If you’re currently receiving VA benefits, then you may already be looking to next year. Will VA benefits likely increase in 2023? It’s still too early to tell for sure, but Tabak Law can provide some insights as to what will happen and why. Was There a Recent Change in How VA Benefits Increase? Previously,… Read more

There are a lot of myths and misinformation out there when it comes to VA benefits. Do you have to pay a lawyer to get VA benefits? Of course you don’t. The idea that you would need a lawyer to apply at all is preposterous. In fact, current law states that a lawyer cannot even… Read more

The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced that 2022 would see the highest cost of living adjustment (COLA) increase in decades. The 5.9% COLA increase marks the most significant increase since 1982 and is a relief for those receiving retirement and disability benefits – including veterans.  The COLA for 2022 measured the change in the consumer… Read more

We all owe a debt of gratitude to United States veterans. When many of us were at home, making a living and enjoying daily tasks, these brave men and women were often overseas protecting our freedoms.  Yet, with all that being said, veterans are often some of the most humble people that you will meet… Read more

Many different possible conditions could cause a veteran to be approved for benefits. The Department of Veteran’s Affairs often referred to as the VA, has criteria that it goes by to determine eligibility for benefits. If approved, a veteran will receive disability compensation every month. The amount received will be determined by the percentage of… Read more

Veterans who served in Southeast Asia – primarily referred to as Iraq and Afghanistan veterans – and other surrounding areas may now be approved for veteran’s benefits if they are suffering from specific conditions. The VA has announced that it has begun processing claims as early as Aug. 2 for veterans dealing with asthma, rhinitis,… Read more

A recall has been issued for several versions of a ventilator used by many people in the United States. These specific Phillips Respironics ventilators have been known to be issued to veterans in large quantities.  Specifically, the recall lists the following ventilators manufactured before April 26, 2021, on the recall:  Continuous Ventilator Trilogy 100 Trilogy… Read more

There isn’t much we can do to properly repay the veterans who have served our country so proudly. For those who are unable to work due to their service, there are benefits available from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). These benefits are often a lifesaver for veterans and their families with little to no… Read more

The cost of living adjustment for United States Veterans receiving disability compensation in 2021 was recently announced. While the increase isn’t major, it does represent a small percentage increase which helps keep up with inflating costs. And for any veteran receiving disability benefits, the monthly check can be the difference that allows them to continue… Read more