HeyJaredVeterans Legal Lowdown: VA Benefits Explained
Veterans Legal Lowdown is a podcast created by Chisholm Chisholm & Kilpatrick LTD, a law firm representing veterans nationwide on their VA disability claims.
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COVID-19 Presumptive VA Claims: Who Qualifies? (opens the original)
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In this episode, CCK Law's Brad Hennings explains how veterans may qualify for VA disability compensation for COVID-19 residuals, including how presumptive service connection works, what evidence is needed to link ongoing conditions to service, and how VA rates long COVID and related chronic symptoms. Tune in to learn what VA looks for when evaluating COVID-related claims and how veterans can strengthen their case for benefits! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com
VA Claims Without a Diagnosis: How It Works After Saunders v. Wilkie (opens the original)
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In this episode, CCK Law's Brad Hennings explains how veterans may qualify for VA disability benefits even without a formal diagnosis, including how the landmark Saunders v. Wilkie decision changed the rules for chronic pain, fatigue, and other undiagnosed conditions. Listen to learn more about what VA looks for when evaluating functional impairment, what evidence is needed to support a claim, and the key limits veterans should know when pursuing VA compensation without a diagnosis. For more inf
VA Aid and Attendance Eligibility: Pension vs. SMC (opens the original)
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VA aid and attendance benefits can be confusing because there are two separate programs: “Pension-Based Aid and Attendance” and “Special Monthly Compensation (SMC) Aid and Attendance.” In this episode, former Veterans Law Judge Brad Hennings explains the key differences between these VA benefits, including eligibility requirements, income and net worth limits, service-connected disability criteria, and 2026 compensation rates. Listen to learn more! For more information, visit our website at
Most Difficult VA Disability Claims Veterans Face (opens the original)
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Understanding why some VA disability claims are harder to win can make all the difference in your case. In this episode, we break down several of the most challenging types of claims veterans face and explain what makes them so complex. We also outline the kinds of evidence and strategies that can help strengthen your claim and improve your chances of success. Tune in to learn more!
Gathering Evidence for a VA Disability Claim (opens the original)
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Most VA disability claims come down to one thing: evidence. In this episode, CCK Law walks through how veterans can gather and submit the right evidence to support a strong VA claim. From service records and private medical records to nexus opinions and lay statements, understanding what to include, where to find it, and how VA evaluates it can make a real difference in the outcome of your case. Tune in to learn more! For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us
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