VA Disability Claims & Benefits
Filing a VA Disability Claim: Start Strong (and Free)
How to file a VA claim the right way, why to file before you separate, and the free tools and people that build a stronger claim.
- File before you separate when you can (BDD) so benefits don't lag your last paycheck.
- Secondary conditions (the ones caused by a service-connected condition) are where most claims leave money on the table.
- Free accredited VSOs file claims at no cost — you should never pay a company a percentage of your back pay.
- VetAid.ai reads your evidence and helps build a stronger, better-documented claim — it's our purpose-built VA engine.
The free official program
VA (official) & free accredited VSOs — VA benefits don't expire on the 365-day clock. Free accredited VSOs can file your claim at no cost — never pay a percentage. Call 800-827-1000.
Frequently asked
Should I pay a company to file my VA claim?
No — free accredited VSOs can file for you at no cost. Be wary of companies that take a percentage of your back pay. VetAid.ai helps you build a strong claim for free.
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