On behalf of McKown, Whitehurst & Myers, LLP | Jun 2, 2020 | Blog, Veteran Disability Claims
There are many veterans of the United States military in Indiana. Unfortunately, they might have suffered a disabling injury or condition while they were in the service. This could leave them unable to work and earn a living. Veterans’ benefits may be available for...
On behalf of McKown, Whitehurst & Myers, LLP | Jun 1, 2020 | Veteran Disability Claims, Veterans Benefits
If you are a veteran or uniformed services member of the U.S. military, you likely have dealt with or heard of the Veterans Benefits Administration. The VBA has recently experienced an extensive backlog of initial benefits claims. It is possible that the pandemic is...
On behalf of McKown, Whitehurst & Myers, LLP | Jan 2, 2020 | Veteran Disability Claims
Countless veterans are no stranger to post-traumatic stress disorder. According to the U.S. Department of Veteran’s Affairs, around 11% of soldiers developed PTSD when they came from home from Iraq. Due to their conditions, it can be hard for many of them to maintain...
On behalf of McKown, Whitehurst & Myers, LLP | Oct 30, 2019 | Veteran Disability Claims
Veterans often put their lives on the line to protect the United States. Unfortunately, the sacrifices they make for everyday Americans can pose challenges for them once they return home. More than half of the military members that came back from Iraq faced severe...
On behalf of McKown, Whitehurst & Myers, LLP | Jun 30, 2019 | Veteran Disability Claims
Many people in Indiana served the nation in one of the branches of the armed forces. Unfortunately, many of these people were hurt or developed illnesses during their service. Some of these injuries or illnesses were evident immediately but others took time to...
