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Veterans Legal Lowdown: VA Benefits Explained

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VA Benefits
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Veterans Legal Lowdown is a podcast created by Chisholm Chisholm & Kilpatrick LTD, a law firm representing veterans nationwide on their VA disability claims. In each episode, our legal team breaks down a veterans law topic--from Burn Pits to Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs) and VA claim hacks to the latest VA news. This is CCK On Air.

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Latest Episodes

If you're an older veteran whose health has declined since military service, you may have more options than you think when it comes to VA disability compensation. In this episode, CCK Law's Robert Chisholm breaks down what presumptive conditions are,... more

VA may not need to keep reexamining your disability if your condition is considered static under 38 CFR § 3.327. In this episode, CCK Law Founding Partner Robert Chisholm explains the difference between “static” and “likely to improve,” why the futur... more

An intent to file can be one of the most important first steps in the VA disability claims process, helping veterans preserve their effective date and potentially secure significant backpay while preparing a full application. In this episode, CCK Law... more

In this episode, CCK Law discusses how VA disability claims are frequently denied not on the merits, but on procedural technicalities: the wrong form, a missed deadline, or a single unchecked box. Under 38 CFR 3.155, veterans must use VA-prescribed f... more

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Recent Guests

Claire Babcock
Accredited VA claims agent with seven years of experience in Veterans Benefits cases.
Chisholm Chisholm & Kilpatrick
Episode: Denied by the BVA? Signs Your Case May Succeed at the CAVC
Zach Stoltz
CCK partner who testified during a hearing on veterans' affairs
Chisholm Chisholm & Kilpatrick LTD
Episode: CCK Live: Exposed to AFFF or PFAS? We Explain These VA Disability Claims

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 40 ratings
  • I enjoy the new bumper music…

    as well as the good information concerning Disability Benefits Questionnaire’s. Thank you for keeping us informed.

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    PopAcosta
    United States6 years ago
  • Awesome!

    Great advice from smart people! I’ll be keeping up with the new episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
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    josesc2223
    United States7 years ago
  • Great information

    Very informative talks. This group displays comprehensive expertise in the field of veterans law

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    smc2223
    United States7 years ago

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Clear explanations of complex rules with actionable steps.
Focused, practical VA benefits guidance from seasoned attorneys.
High legal credibility and useful examples from real cases.

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Denied by the BVA? Signs Your Case May Succeed at the CAVC
Q: How important is it that I attend a compensation and pension or a C&P exam?
It is crucial to attend a C&P exam if at all possible, as failure to attend can lead to automatic denial of benefits.
Denied by the BVA? Signs Your Case May Succeed at the CAVC
Q: What does non-adversarial mean? What does the pro-claimant benefit system refer to?
In a non-adversarial process, VA is supposed to work collaboratively with veterans to maximize their benefits.
3 Major VA Benefits Most Veterans Don’t Know They Qualify For
Q: Can I work and still receive TDIU?
Yes, but only marginal employment is allowed.
3 Major VA Benefits Most Veterans Don’t Know They Qualify For
Q: What are examples of common secondary conditions?
Sleep apnea is often secondary to PTSD, while issues like depression can arise due to chronic pain.
Winning VA Claims for MST, Caregivers, & More: Veterans Legal Lowdown
Q: Why does it take years for a case to be decided?
There are multiple factors, including managing two systems, the Legacy System and the Appeals Modernization Act System, and the complexity of the appeals process.

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A practical, attorney-led show that breaks down VA disability topics with clear, step-by-step guidance. Episodes cover evidence gathering, eligibility rules, common pitfalls, and nuanced benefit options like SMC, TDIU, and retirement offsets, all grounded in statutes and case law. The host team emphasizes actionable tips for veterans navigating claims, appeals, and benefits optimization, often with real-world examples from a veteran-focused law firm. A notable strength is translating complex VA rules into digestible, actionable advice while highlighting the role of accredited representation and up-to-date legal developments.

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1. The Veterans Disability Nexus
2. Veteran Benefits Podcast
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4. Warrior Allegiance: VA Disability Claims, Decoded
5. VSO Talk Radio

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