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What Should Veterans Know About Secondary Conditions and Service Connections?

Published Date: May 15 2025 By Jennifer Stonage

Many veterans may develop secondary conditions as a result of their service-connected disabilities. Educating veterans about how they can get these secondary conditions connected to their service can significantly increase their compensation. What Are Secondary Conditions? The first question we have to answer is, what exactly are “secondary conditions”? As we know, the Veterans’ Administration […]

How the VA Rates Disabilities: Understanding the VA Rating Schedule

Published Date: Apr 30 2025 By Bross & Frankel

If you served in the military (Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, Coast Guard, etc.), then you may be eligible to apply for certain financial benefits. For example, you may be able to secure financial compensation for service-related injuries. Military benefit programs are administered through the Veterans Administration (VA). When a veteran applies for disability benefits, […]

NJ Torts Claims: Things to Know if You Sue the State of New Jersey Due to An Accident Caused by a Government Employee or Public Entity

Published Date: Apr 14 2025 By Bross & Frankel

If you or a family member suffered a serious, debilitating injury in an accident caused by a government employee or public entity, then it is important to speak with an experienced personal injury attorney in New Jersey to discuss what legal options may be available. Consulting with a knowledgeable lawyer is important because, generally speaking, […]

Does the Arrival of Warmer Weather Increase the Risk of Personal Injury?

Published Date: Mar 31 2025 By Bross & Frankel

With summer right around the corner, an important question warrants an answer – does the risk of personal injury actually increase with warmer weather? The answer appears to be yes, there can be heightened risk of personal injury during warmer weather months, particularly in the summer when temperatures soar and heat advisories are issued. Summer […]

Toxic Aftermath: How Agent Orange Exposure Contributes to Diabetes Among Disabled Veterans

Published Date: Mar 12 2025 By Jennifer Stonage

Agent Orange, the notorious herbicide used by the U.S. military during the Vietnam War, has left a lengthy legacy of lasting health issues for veterans who were exposed to it during their time in service. Among the numerous health problems linked to Agent Orange exposure, diabetes has emerged as a significant concern. Veterans who experienced […]

What Are the Most Common VA Claims Disabilities That Veterans File For on Their Claims?

Published Date: Mar 03 2025 By Bross & Frankel

In 2024, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) granted benefits to more than 1.1 million veterans and their survivors, which is an all-time record. There are many types of mental and physical ailments that may serve as grounds to apply for disability benefits from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Let’s take a […]

Understanding the Road Blocks: Challenges in Accessing Veterans Disability Benefits

Published Date: Mar 03 2025 By Bross & Frankel

The path to securing veterans disability benefits through the Veterans Administration (VA) is often riddled with potential roadblocks and pitfalls. Successfully applying for VA disability benefits often requires an understanding of the scope and requirements of veterans disability claims. Engaging in the disability claims process requires time, patience, and accurate information. Common Road Blocks to […]

Workers’ Compensation and SSDI Benefits: The Impacts and Implications of Receiving Both Benefits

Published Date: Feb 06 2025 By Bross & Frankel

When an injured worker is receiving workers’ compensation and expects to be out of work for at least 12 months, then the worker should consider applying for benefits under the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program. But this raises an important question: does receiving workers’ compensation benefits impact your eligibility for SSDI benefits? The answer […]

12 Essential Terms to Know for Your Personal Injury Claim

Published Date: Jan 13 2025 By Bross & Frankel

Serious accidents are, unfortunately, a common occurrence in and around New Jersey. For example, the percentage of fatal car crashes has skyrocketed in New Jersey over recent years. In 2024, deadly auto accidents increased by 27 percent statewide with the most car accident deaths occurring in Central Jersey, including Middlesex County, according to CBS News. […]

7 Steps to Initiate a Personal Injury Claim

Published Date: Jan 13 2025 By Bross & Frankel

If you or a loved one suffered a serious bodily injury in a preventable accident, then you may be eligible to recover financial restitution for your harms and losses via a personal injury claim. The process of filing a personal injury claim is relatively straightforward but can be time-consuming and stressful, especially if you don’t […]

Most Common Medical Conditions Eligible for Long-Term Disability

Published Date: Dec 16 2024 By Bross & Frankel

If you cannot work for an extended period of time due to a medical or mental health condition, then you may be able to claim financial benefits via a long-term disability insurance policy. Such policies are typically offered through employers as part of your overall benefits package. If your employer does not provide this coverage, […]

Toxic Exposure in the Military: How the PACT Act & TERA Can Be Linked to Your Disability Claim

Published Date: Nov 05 2024 By Jennifer Stonage

The PACT Act is a bill designed to help veterans who experienced toxic exposure in the military including, for some veterans, a presumption that certain conditions were caused by their toxic exposure. Per The Department of Veterans Affairs, “toxic exposure” refers to contact with harmful substances that can lead to adverse health effects. Types of […]