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WASHINGTON — The Department of Veterans Affairs today announced the backlog of Veterans waiting for VA disability compensation and pension benefit claims fell below 70,000 for the first time since February 2020, during the first Trump Administration. Hitting this milestone means the department has now cut the backlog of Veterans waiting for VA benefits by over 74% since Jan. 20, 2025, after it increased 24% under the Biden Administration. Learn more, click here.

This Memorial Day, we honor and remember the courageous men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. We extend our deepest gratitude to those who gave everything to protect the freedoms we cherish today.

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.

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.

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.