Olivia Thompson

Big Social Security Changes Take Effect in 2026

Big Social Security Changes Take Effect in 2026:What Retirees and Workers Need to Know

January 2026 marks a turning point for millions of Americans who rely on Social Security. From retirees and near-retirees to workers continuing their careers ...

Target to Pay $4.6 Million to Workers After Class Action Settlement

Target to Pay $4.6 Million to Workers After Class Action Settlement: Automatic Checks Coming

Thousands of Target workers may soon find unexpected money in their mailboxes. A major class action lawsuit accusing the retail giant of failing to ...

Can You Get a Hyperlipidemia VA Rating?

Can You Get a Hyperlipidemia VA Rating? What Veterans Need to Know in 2026

For many veterans, routine lab work brings unexpected questions. One of the most common is a diagnosis of hyperlipidemia, also known as high cholesterol. ...

VA Tinnitus C&P Exam 2026

VA Tinnitus C&P Exam 2026: What Veterans Should Expect and How to Prepare

Tinnitus is one of the most common service-connected disabilities claimed by U.S. veterans. Yet it is also one of the most misunderstood. Because tinnitus ...

VA Rating for Celiac Disease in 2026

VA Rating for Celiac Disease in 2026: How Veterans Can Qualify for Up to 80% Disability

For years, veterans with Celiac Disease faced confusion and inconsistency when applying for VA disability benefits. Many were rated under unrelated digestive codes, while ...

SMC-S Housebound Benefits in 2026

SMC-S Housebound Benefits in 2026: Who Qualifies for $4,400+ Monthly VA Compensation

Many veterans live with service-connected disabilities that go far beyond a standard VA disability rating. When those conditions limit mobility, independence, or the ability ...

Mental Health C&P Exam Questions Explained

Mental Health C&P Exam Questions Explained: What Veterans Should Expect in 2026

For many veterans, a mental health Compensation and Pension (C&P) exam is the most stressful part of the VA disability process. Talking openly about ...

VA Disability Rating for Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma 2026 Veteran Benefits Guide

VA Disability Rating for Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma 2026 Veteran Benefits Guide

A diagnosis of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma can instantly change a veteran’s life, bringing medical uncertainty, financial stress, and long-term health concerns. For many veterans, this ...

VA TDIU Approval Rate in 2026

VA TDIU Approval Rate in 2026: Top 5 Questions Every Veteran Is Asking

For many veterans, working full-time simply is not possible due to service-connected disabilities. When medical conditions prevent sustained employment, Total Disability based on Individual ...

VA Disability Rating for Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) in 2026

VA Disability Rating for Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) in 2026: Eligibility, Presumptive Status, and Benefits Explained

A diagnosis of Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia can be life-changing, especially for veterans who may have been exposed to toxic substances during military service. While ...