Claims and Appeals

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by Brad Cummings 15 July 2026
The Nehmer consent decree forces the VA to pay Agent Orange claims back to the original denial, even decades later. Who qualifies, and what survivors miss.
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by Brad Cummings 12 July 2026
The Federal Circuit ended the VA's implicit denial doctrine. If a decision never addressed your claim, it may still be pending. What Hamill changes.
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by Brad Cummings 6 July 2026
VA back pay runs from one date on your decision letter. How that date gets set, the rules that reach it further back, and the mistakes that cost you.
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by Brad Cummings 5 July 2026
Clear and Unmistakable Error lets you attack a final VA decision from decades ago, with back pay to the original date. What qualifies, and what doesn't.
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18 May 2026
Understand the VA disability claim process & how to navigate it. Our veteran-led firm is here to help you through every phase.
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by Brad Cummings 11 May 2026
Understand what your VA claim tracker reveals about your claim. Get expert help with your VA benefits today!
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3 May 2026
Understand the hidden issues behind VA attorney fees. Get expert help for your claims today!