{"id":14813,"date":"2024-09-05T06:11:58","date_gmt":"2024-09-05T10:11:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/deutermanlaw.com\/?p=14813"},"modified":"2025-04-01T13:21:06","modified_gmt":"2025-04-01T17:21:06","slug":"va-claims-for-national-guard-and-reserves","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/deutermanlaw.com\/es\/reclamaciones-de-la-va-para-la-guardia-nacional-y-las-reservas\/","title":{"rendered":"Reclamaciones VA para la Guardia Nacional y los Reservistas"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Securing well-deserved VA benefits can be a complex process, particularly for National Guard and Reserve service members. At <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/deutermanlaw.com\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Deuterman Law Group<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, we understand the unique challenges faced by these servicemembers in securing the benefits they deserve.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This blog outlines eligibility, the qualifications for benefits, the VA claim process, and explains how concurrent ratings work for National Guard and Reserve members.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"1\">Understanding Eligibility<\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Eligibility for VA benefits for National Guard and Reserve members differs from that of regular active-duty servicemembers. To qualify, the following criteria must be met:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"2\">Active Duty for Training (ADT) and Inactive Duty Training (IDT)<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Montserrat\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Time spent on ADT, including basic training, annual training, and other training duties, may count toward eligibility if a disabling injury or illness occurred during this period.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Montserrat\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This includes weekends, drills, and other training periods. Injuries or conditions that arise or are aggravated during IDT can also qualify for benefits.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Federal Orders and Title 10<\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Service under federal orders, particularly Title 10 of the U.S. Code, is critical. This includes deployments for operations or active duty missions. State activation under Title 32 typically does not qualify unless the service is federally recognized.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"2\">Sufficient Service and Character of Discharge<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Montserrat\" data-listid=\"7\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To be eligible, National Guard and Reserve members typically need to have completed a minimum of 20 years of qualifying service or have been called to active duty for a period of more than 90 consecutive days.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Montserrat\" data-listid=\"11\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The discharge must be under conditions other than dishonorable. General discharges and honorable discharges generally qualify.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Qualifying for Benefits<\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To qualify for VA benefits, individuals must demonstrate that their injury or illness is service-related. This can be more complex for National Guard and Reserve members due to the intermittent nature of their service.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"2\">Service Connection<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Montserrat\" data-listid=\"17\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You must provide evidence that the condition was incurred or aggravated during a period of qualifying service. Medical records, incident reports, and statements from fellow service members can support this.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Montserrat\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If a condition existed before service but worsened or was aggravated during qualifying service, it might still be eligible for benefits.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Presumptive Conditions<\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Certain conditions are believed to be service-related if they appear within a certain duration following discharge from active service. These include chronic diseases and conditions related to specific deployments or exposures.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"2\">Evidence and Documentation<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Montserrat\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Comprehensive medical documentation is crucial. This includes service treatment records, VA medical records, and private medical records.\u00a0 Often it can be difficult to obtain needed records from the service organizations, so the more documentation you can gather, the better.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Montserrat\" data-listid=\"13\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Lay statements from family, friends, and fellow servicemembers describing the onset and impact of the condition can be extremely valuable.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>VA Claim Process for Guards and Reserves<\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Filing a VA claim involves several steps. Here\u2019s a detailed overview of the process for National Guard and Reserve members:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"2\">Step 1: Gather Necessary Documentation<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Montserrat\" data-listid=\"22\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Service Records:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Collect all relevant service records, including DD214s, NGB 22 forms, and any other documentation of periods of service.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Montserrat\" data-listid=\"21\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Medical Records:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Obtain all medical records related to your condition, including those from private providers, VA facilities, and military treatment facilities.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>\u00a0Step 2: File the Claim<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Montserrat\" data-listid=\"14\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Submit VA Form 21-526EZ:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> This is the primary form used to apply for disability compensation. You can file online through the VA&#8217;s website, by mail, or with the assistance of a Veterans Service Officer (VSO).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Montserrat\" data-listid=\"20\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Include Supporting Evidence:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Attach all relevant medical and service records and any other supporting documentation.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 aria-level=\"2\">Step 3: VA Review and C&amp;P Exam<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Montserrat\" data-listid=\"8\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">VA Review:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> The VA will review your claim and may request additional evidence. Be quick to respond to any requests for information.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Montserrat\" data-listid=\"12\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Compensation &amp; Pension (C&amp;P) Exam:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> The VA may schedule a C&amp;P exam to assess your condition. Attend this exam, as it plays a significant role in the determination process.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 aria-level=\"2\">Step 4: Decision<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Montserrat\" data-listid=\"16\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Rating Decision:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> The VA will issue a rating decision outlining whether your claim was approved and the percentage of disability assigned.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Montserrat\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Notification:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> You will receive a letter detailing the decision. If you disagree, you have the right to appeal.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 aria-level=\"2\">Step 5: Appeals Process (if necessary)<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Montserrat\" data-listid=\"6\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Notice of Disagreement (NOD):<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> If your claim is denied or you disagree with the rating, file an NOD to initiate the appeals process.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Montserrat\" data-listid=\"9\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Board of Veterans&#8217; Appeals (BVA):<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> The appeal may be escalated to the BVA if necessary.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>National Guard and Reserve and Concurrent Ratings<\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Concurrent ratings refer to receiving both VA disability compensation and military retirement pay. This can be particularly relevant for members of the National Guard and Reserves.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"2\">Concurrent Receipt of Disability Pay (CRDP)<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Montserrat\" data-listid=\"19\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To qualify for CRDP, you must have a VA-rated disability of 50% or higher and be eligible for retirement pay based on your service.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Montserrat\" data-listid=\"24\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">CRDP allows eligible retirees to receive full military retirement pay and VA disability compensation without any deductions.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 aria-level=\"2\">Combat-Related Special Compensation (CRSC)<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Montserrat\" data-listid=\"18\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">CRSC is for retirees with combat-related disabilities. It allows for the receipt of both military retirement pay and VA disability compensation without deductions.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Montserrat\" data-listid=\"23\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You must apply for CRSC through your branch of service. It requires evidence that the disability is combat-related.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 aria-level=\"2\">Impact on National Guard and Reserve Members<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Montserrat\" data-listid=\"10\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Many National Guard and Reserve members may be eligible for both types of concurrent benefits, depending on their service and disability ratings.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Montserrat\" data-listid=\"15\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It\u2019s crucial to understand the differences and eligibility requirements for CRDP and CRSC to maximize benefits.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Achieving full access to your VA benefits is a crucial aspect of transitioning from a National Guard or Reserve member to civilian life. While the VA claims process can be complex, understanding the specific requirements and available resources empowers National Guard and Reserve members to efficiently secure the benefits they deserve.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">At <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/deutermanlaw.com\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Deuterman Law Group<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, we are committed to helping you through every step of the process, from understanding eligibility to filing claims and appealing decisions. If you need assistance with your VA claim, contact us to learn how we can help you achieve a successful outcome.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Schedule a free consultation <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/deutermanlaw.com\/contact-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">today<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Securing well-deserved VA benefits can be a complex process, particularly for National Guard and Reserve service members. 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