Victory Over V.A. Podcast

When Faster VA Claims Fail

Faster VA disability decisions sound like good news, but what happens when speed comes at the expense of a careful review? In this episode of The Victory Over VA Podcast

Agent Orange Claims Revisited

What happens when an Agent Orange claim that was denied years ago may qualify under today’s rules? In this episode of The Victory Over VA Podcast, attorneys Francis Jack

Why Burn Pit Cancer Claims Fail For Veterans

The PACT Act made it easier for many veterans to connect certain cancers to toxic exposure, but that does not mean every burn pit cancer claim gets approved. In this epi

When VA Ratings Change, What’s Protected?

VA disability rating criteria can change, but what happens to the rating you already have? In this episode of The Victory Over VA Podcast, attorneys Alexandra Jackson an

When Automation Gets Your VA Claim Wrong

The VA is turning to automation to process a growing number of disability claims, but what happens when a complicated case does not fit neatly into the system? In this e

PACT Act Benefits Veterans Still Miss

The PACT Act has transformed VA disability benefits for millions of veterans, yet many who qualify still have not filed a claim. In this episode of The Victory Over VA Po

Using Your C-File to Win

Your VA claims file, commonly called your C-File, contains the story behind your disability claim. In this episode of The Victory Over VA Podcast, attorneys Francis Jacks

Patience Wins VA Appeals

Receiving a VA denial can feel like the end of the road. For many veterans, the first instinct is to panic, file a brand-new claim, or simply give up. In this episode of

Understanding VA Aid and Attendance

Many veterans struggle with daily tasks without realizing they may qualify for additional VA benefits. In this episode of the Victory Over VA Podcast, attorneys Francis J

Mental Health Ratings May Get Easier

Could one of the biggest changes to VA disability benefits in years be good news for veterans? In this episode of the Victory Over VA Podcast, attorneys Francis Jackson

Could Tinnitus Claims Soon Disappear?

Tinnitus has long been one of the most common disability claims in the VA system. But proposed changes could reshape how veterans pursue compensation for ringing in their

Why File A Sleep Apnea Claim Now?

Could thousands of veterans lose access to one of the VA's most significant disability ratings? In this episode of the Victory Over VA Podcast, attorneys Francis Jackson

The Hidden Benefit for Severe TBI

What happens when a veteran can mostly function on their own, but not quite enough to live safely without help? In this episode of The Victory Over VA Podcast, attorney

Sleep Disorders Beyond Sleep Apnea

When veterans think about sleep-related VA disability claims, sleep apnea usually gets all the attention. But what about insomnia, sleepwalking, night terrors, restless l

When the VA Rating System Doesn't Tell the Whole Story

Most veterans understand VA disability ratings as a percentage system with clearly defined rules. But what happens when your symptoms do not fit neatly inside those boxes

Denied Before? You May Still Have Another Chance with the VA

What if a denied VA claim was not actually the end of the road? Many veterans assume a denial closes the door forever, but that is not always true. In this episode of The

Why Buddy Statements Can Make or Break a VA Disability Claim

What happens when the VA says there’s “not enough evidence” to prove what really happened during service? In this episode of the Victory Over VA Podcast, attorneys Franc

The Hidden Toxic Exposures Veterans Overlook

Many veterans believe toxic exposure only applies to places like Vietnam or Iraq. But what if the real risk was closer than you think? In this episode of The Victory Over

Navigating Neurological VA Claims

Neurological conditions do not follow a script. Some days are manageable, others are overwhelming. So how does the VA measure something that constantly changes? In this e

Playing the Long Game: How Veterans Build Stronger VA Disability Claims Over Time

What if the key to winning your VA disability claim isn’t speed, but strategy? In this episode of The Victory Over VA Podcast, attorneys Alexandra and Francis Jackson br