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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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Making a difference in many ways
DSO school covers legislation, disability evaluations, claims appeals and advocacy training.
Petzel sworn in as VA's health under secretary
Longtime VA employee brings decades of service in health-care industry to position.
PTSD claims will be streamlined
Veterans will soon find the process to get a service connection for post-traumatic stress disorder a little easier.
'Quality over quantity'
The American Legion says the Department of Veterans Affairs' claims backlog can be reduced by simply altering the way VA processes those claims.
Disability claims, homelessness top VA list
The administration’s budget was rolled out this week, which features three prominent issues that The American Legion has worked diligently on to keep high on the national agenda.
Legion takes part in VSO roundtable
Quality of health care for veterans living in rural areas the topic of forum organized by the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Legion helps homeless vets at stand down
Several members of The American Legion's national staff joined VA Secretary Eric Shinseki at the Winterhaven Homeless Veterans Stand Down on Jan. 23.
Legion to Congress: 'Fix the backlog!'
At roundtable discussion, VSOs urge Congress to reduce the VA disability claims backlog.
Legion launches benefits calculator
The American Legion has launched a new online tool that guides veterans through the often-complicated claims process.