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You served your country, and in the process you were injured. It could be a bad back. It could be loss of limb. Or maybe you're not sure if you're entitled to any government benefits. American Legion service officers file thousands of VA claims each year on behalf of America's veterans. And the Legion's Benefits Calculator can help you prepare to file a claim.
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Legion defends VA chief against columnist
Eric Shinseki taken to task by TIME Magazine columnist Joe Klein. The Legion responds in defense of VA chief.
Legion tackles claims backlog in Baltimore
The American Legion is assisting one of VA’s regional offices with its disability claims processing.
New Web portal improves VA info sharing
Stakeholder Enterprise Portal developed to improve speed, accuracy and efficiency of information sharing between VA and VSOs.
Legion launches new Claims Coach app
The new Claims Coach app includes a recoded directory of accredited American Legion service officers nationwide.
Commander shares concerns with Obama
American Legion leader meets with president to discuss the VA backlog and how to turn military experience into credits for career credentials.
Shinseki: Vets ready to ‘rebuild the middle class’
VA secretary wants Legion to encourage student veterans nationwide to graduate.
Fully developed claims: Backlog game-changer?
VA says Legion can help reduce the disability claims backlog by submitting more FDCs.
VA officials pin hopes on new claims process
Legion remains cautiously optimistic that Fully Developed Claims can cut the backlog, reduce wait times for veterans and their families.
Changing VA culture
An American Legion women veterans panel discusses the challenges women face at VA medical centers and initiatives to solve them.
Legion sponsors first claims fair
Veterans in the D.C. area get a helping hand in filing claims for VA benefits.