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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.

With respect and gratitude, we honor all who have served and continue to serve. This Veterans Day, we thank you for your courage, sacrifice, and unwavering dedication to protecting our freedom

In June 2025, the Supreme Court’s unanimous Soto v. United States decision marked a major victory for veterans seeking fair Combat-Related Special Compensation (CRSC). CRC Services, LLC explains what this ruling means, how it impacts eligibility, and how our vocational experts help veterans and attorneys navigate CRSC and TDIU claims.

CRC Services enjoyed meeting you at NOVA DC (Sept 11–13). We provide clear, defensible vocational evaluations to strengthen veterans’ claims, including TDIU cases.

CRC Services is proud to attend the NOVA 2025 Fall Conference in Washington, DC from September 11–13. Meet Tricia Muth and Zach Fosberg at our booth to learn how our expert vocational evaluations support TDIU claims and veterans' legal cases before the VA and CAVC.