Once a Marine, always a Marine. As we celebrate the Marine Corps Birthday and Veterans Day, we honor the courage, sacrifice, and lifelong commitment of those who served. But for many Marine veterans, the physical and emotional effects of military service continue long after discharge. From PTSD and hearing loss to toxic exposure and denied VA disability claims, understanding your rights is essential. Learn how Marine veterans can pursue the VA benefits they earned and how The VA Claims Lawyer can help protect those rights.

On the U.S. Navy Birthday, we honor generations of Sailors who were "Forged by the Sea." Learn about common service-connected conditions, toxic exposures, Blue Water Navy benefits and what Navy veterans can do when a VA disability claim is denied.

National POW/MIA Recognition Day is the third Friday of September each year. It honors Americans who were prisoners of war (POWs) or listed as missing in action (MIA). It also pays homage to the families that had to experience that fear themselves.

This year, this day of recognition falls on September 18, 2026. During this day, we focus on the national commitment of "Leave No Service Member Behind," a promise made to every person who enters the Armed Services.

Every Purple Heart represents extraordinary courage and sacrifice. Observed each year on August 7, Purple Heart Day honors the service members who were wounded or gave their lives in combat defending our nation. This blog explores the history and significance of the Purple Heart, the lasting physical and emotional effects of combat injuries, and the VA disability and survivor benefits that may be available to Purple Heart recipients and their families. Learn why securing earned benefits is one of the most meaningful ways to honor their service and sacrifice.

For nearly 250 years, American veterans have stood on the front lines to defend the rights, liberties, and way of life we often take for granted. This Independence Day is not just about fireworks and celebrations - it is about honoring the sacrifices that continue to protect our nation.

The Army's legacy is built on sacrifice, resilience, and service to the nation. Yet for many veterans, the impact of that service continues long after discharge. Delayed-onset PTSD can emerge months or even years after military service, affecting mental and physical health, family relationships, and quality of life. In honor of the Army's birthday, we explore why PTSD symptoms may appear later, how the VA evaluates these claims, and what benefits may be available to veterans and their families.

Memorial Day is a time to honor those who gave their lives in service - but many families are still missing the benefits they earned. Learn the difference between Memorial Day and Veterans Day, and discover how surviving spouses and dependents can access critical VA survivor benefits. This guide explains your rights and why now is the time to take action.

Military children serve in ways often unseen—through constant change, separation, and sacrifice. This blog explores how military life impacts children and why VA benefits like DIC, education assistance, and disability compensation are critical to providing stability, security, and a stronger future for veteran families.

National Vietnam Veterans Day on March 29 honors the courage and sacrifice of those who served during the Vietnam War – many of whom never received the welcome home they deserved. Learn why this day matters, the unique VA benefits challenges Vietnam veterans face, including Agent Orange exposure and PTSD and how veterans and their families may still qualify for disability compensation and survivor benefits. Plus VASRD updates.

On Four Chaplains Day, we remember the extraordinary courage of four U.S. Army chaplains who sacrificed their lives in 1943 so others could survive. Their final act – giving away their life jackets and praying arm in arm as the SS Dorchester sank – remains a powerful symbol of unity, faith, and service above self. Today, their legacy continues in how we support veterans and surviving families, ensuring they receive the VA benefits and advocacy they deserve.