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The VA is holding in-person events in 27 states through the first part of August in hopes of receiving as many toxic exposure benefit claims as possible before an Aug. 9 deadline. The VA wants as many potential beneficiaries as possible to file claims — or formally declare their intent to do so — by Aug. 9 in hopes of backdating their benefits all the way to the earliest possible date. Although the Aug. 9 deadline represents the last chance for veterans to get the maximum backdated benefit, there is no deadline to file a PACT Act claim. Those who can't make it to an event in person can attend virtual events.
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Scammers who target veterans could face extra prison time |
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The Veterans Protection from Fraud Act — introduced by Senators Catherine Cortez Masto (D) and Ted Budd (R) — would add up to 10 more years in prison for individuals convicted of mail fraud and other, similar crimes when the victim is a veteran. In many cases, that could double the sentence already allowed under federal law. Last year, individuals filed nearly 93,000 federal fraud complaints connected to their VA benefits or veteran status, totaling more than $164 million.
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What survivors should know about the PACT Act |
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The PACT Act extends compensation eligibility for survivors of deceased veterans. Certain medical conditions are now considered "presumptive" for eligible veterans, eliminating the need to prove toxic exposure caused certain illnesses. Survivors may be entitled to retroactive benefits, including previously-denied DIC and accrued benefits. New presumptives include various cancers and respiratory diseases. Survivors may have been denied for these claims in the past.
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How to tell if your VA rating is permanent |
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Wouldn’t it be nice to know that the VA payment you receive is lasting, instead of wondering if you’ll be called for an examination that might change your VA rating and the amount of money you receive? That would mean receiving a permanent disability rating. How do you know if your VA rating is permanent? This post explains.
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Did you live or work at Camp Lejeune before 1987 and now have a health condition? You may be eligible to take legal action and seek a financial settlement from the U.S. government. |
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What is the Difference Between a 100% and a Permanent & Total Disability Rating? |
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