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January 28, 2015

When to use a VSO, and when to hire an attorney

Jim,

January 26, 2015

Family members want to know what benefits they are eligible for

Hello Jim,

January 21, 2015

100% covered by VA medical? Do you still need medicare part B?

Jim,

January 20, 2015

Check now to see if you're eligible for CRDP/CRSC. It'll save you from a headache later

Mr. Strickland, First and foremost, thank you for your time in taking a look on my question here.

January 16, 2015

Jim explains the importance of keeping personal information updated with the VA

Jim,

January 15, 2015

What happens to my benefits after my death?

Hi Jim, Happy New Year! I am rated 80% SC Unemployable Total & Permanent.

January 14, 2015

Why does the VA want to reevaluate my PTSD rating?

Jim,

January 13, 2015

I am already 100% disabled by social security and also 100% disabled by the VA, but my social security disability is not service related

Hi Jim,

January 12, 2015

No such thing as a "Reconsideration"? Jim explains:

Jim,

January 12, 2015

If the VA thinks I'm "cured" will they reduce my rating?

Does the VA reduce ratings for treated Hep C or do they rate for lasting effects of the disease?

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Jim Strickland is a Vietnam era Army veteran and nationally recognized expert on VA disability benefits who is also editor and webmaster of the popular VA Watchdog website. Jim writes extensively about VA and Social Security disability benefits. Jim is kind enough to answer questions from visitors on StatesideLegal.org here in Jim's Mailbag.

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