These tools are created for specifically for veterans, service members, and their families. They explain your legal rights in several areas of the law and will help you navigate both the VA and court.

Benefits

Information on VA benefits, Social Security benefits, how to files claims, and how to appeal denials.

Civil Rights & Immigration

Resources and information on civil rights, immigration, citizenship, and voting rights.

Discharge Upgrades & Military Record Changes

Information on discharge upgrades, military record changes, and VA Character of Discharge Determination.  

Health & Safety

Topics covered include health insurance, medical care & leave, and filing claims based on MST, PTSD, or TBI. 

Housing & Real Estate

Resources and information on topics such as homeownership, landlord/tenant rights, and subsidized housing.

Education & Employment

Topics on education benefits and employment protections including the GI Bill, post military training, and employment rights.

Money & Debt

Resources covering credit and loans, taxes, collections and repossessions, and bankruptcy.

Family Matters

Resources on divorces, child support, adoption, custody, domestic violence, and estate planning.

Criminal

Learn about criminal law, how a criminal history can impact VA benefits, and how to find help for your criminal case.  

Women

Resources and information on topics such as women's healthcare, domestic violence, and veteran services for women.

LGBTQ+

Information on health care, discharge upgrades, and various LGBTQ+ resources. 

TVC Mail Call

Answering real questions submitted by you, our visitors.

We are currently accepting questions about Discharge Upgrades and VA Claim Appeals.

VA Claim Appeals
March 18, 2024
Where can I find a lawyer to help me even though I already filed an appeal with the CAVC?
VA Claim Appeals
October 28, 2024
What is the effective date for an appeal granting an increase to 100%?
VA Claim Appeals
October 28, 2024
Do VA benefits really end after the death of the veteran and their spouse?
VA Claim Appeals
September 16, 2024
What is the effective date for disability compensation after an eligible discharge upgrade?

TVC Mail Call

Answering real questions submitted by you, our visitors.

We are currently accepting questions about Discharge Upgrades and VA Claim Appeals.

VA Claim Appeals
March 18, 2024
Where can I find a lawyer to help me even though I already filed an appeal with the CAVC?
VA Claim Appeals
October 28, 2024
What is the effective date for an appeal granting an increase to 100%?
VA Claim Appeals
October 28, 2024
Do VA benefits really end after the death of the veteran and their spouse?
VA Claim Appeals
September 16, 2024
What is the effective date for disability compensation after an eligible discharge upgrade?

TVC Mail Call

Answering real questions submitted by you, our visitors.

We are currently accepting questions about Discharge Upgrades and VA Claim Appeals.

VA Claim Appeals
March 18, 2024
Where can I find a lawyer to help me even though I already filed an appeal with the CAVC?
VA Claim Appeals
October 28, 2024
What is the effective date for an appeal granting an increase to 100%?
VA Claim Appeals
October 28, 2024
Do VA benefits really end after the death of the veteran and their spouse?
VA Claim Appeals
September 16, 2024
What is the effective date for disability compensation after an eligible discharge upgrade?

Advocate Resources

These resources are intended for advocates and lawyers alike. They are designed to help you in your work with people who have military experience.

Jim's Mailbag

Jim's Mailbag is a regular column where veterans, service members, and family members asked Jim Strickland their questions about VA and Social Security disability benefits.

The Rules

How does the 20/20/20 rule work for a couple that was married, divorced, and then remarried?

PACT Act

Is it a lost cause to file a claim for an issue that was triggered by the severe contamination of Subic Bay in the Philippines?

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