The #1 Vocational Expert Team in the US

CRC Services, LLC will attend the NOVA Spring Conference 2026 in San Diego, April 16–18. Sr. Vocational Consultants Zach Fosberg and Frank Fazzolari will connect with attorneys and advocates nationwide to discuss vocational evaluations, TDIU claims, and expert support for veterans.

Veterans seeking VA disability compensation for depression often face challenges proving how severely the condition affects their daily lives. Because medical records do not always reflect the full impact of depression, supporting evidence becomes critical. One powerful yet often underutilized form of evidence is the buddy statement.

significant backlash from veterans and advocacy groups. The decision may affect how disability claims are evaluated and could have implications for pending and future benefits determinations.

A major VA regulation change effective February 17, 2026, alters how disability ratings are evaluated when veterans use medication. Instead of considering how severe a condition would be without treatment, VA examiners must now rate disabilities based on how symptoms present while medicated. This shift could significantly reduce ratings for veterans whose conditions are controlled by medication—but remain serious beneath the surface.

Learn how VA disability ratings are calculated, what each percentage means, and how to understand the official VA disability ratings chart and matrix.

A federal court has ruled that the Department of Veterans Affairs must provide veterans with clear and explicit notice when their disability claims are denied, reinforcing due process protections and transparency in the VA claims process.

The Department of Veterans Affairs has approved a historic $4.8 billion investment for fiscal year 2026 to modernize and repair health care facilities nationwide. Through the Veterans Health Administration’s Non-Recurring Maintenance program, this funding will strengthen infrastructure and ensure safer, more effective care for veterans.

Wishing you a happy, healthy, and bright holiday season from everyone at CRC Services, LLC and CRC Vocational Services, LLC.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to meet us at CTLF’s 7th Annual Kennedy Walsh Lollapalooza. We extend our appreciation to Katie Marino and her outstanding team for hosting such a wonderful event. Congratulations to our Amazon gift card winner, Atty. Chrysten Dufour of Moore, O’Brien & Foti!

TeamCRC Fall 2025: Networking at key events in legal, veteran, and rehab fields, fostering connections and professional growth.