On behalf of McKown, Whitehurst & Myers, LLP | Sep 29, 2020 | Veteran Disability Claims
A U.S. senator introduced in late July a bill that would expand the number of health care providers who are allowed to perform the compensation and pension, or C&P, exam for veterans with the aim of reducing the backlog of veterans who are waiting for their...
On behalf of McKown, Whitehurst & Myers, LLP | Sep 17, 2020 | Veteran Disability Claims, Veterans Benefits
Military veterans have provided what many consider the most important service that anyone can give to their country. Everyone wants veterans to get the benefits they deserve. However, it can be difficult to navigate the world of the veterans’ benefits. The...
On behalf of McKown, Whitehurst & Myers, LLP | Sep 1, 2020 | Veteran Disability Claims
Veterans in Indiana who have suffered from service-related disabilities may be eligible for veterans’ benefits. VA disability compensation is available to people who meet the eligibility criteria and may provide financial support, health care, and other...
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...
