Perkins Studdard LLC

Perkins Studdard LLC Our law firm specializes in helping veterans, injured workers, and their families with their VA disability and workers' compensation claims.

08/31/2026

VA decisions come with important deadlines, and the review option you choose can affect how your case moves forward. In many situations, you have one year from the date of a VA decision to pursue an appeal option and preserve your effective date.

Waiting too long can cost you valuable rights and potentially benefits.

Have questions about your VA appeal deadline? Contact us through our website: https://bit.ly/4phSbpJ



*This content is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Viewing or interacting with this content does not create an attorney-client relationship. I am not your lawyer, and you should consult a qualified attorney for advice regarding your specific situation.

08/31/2026

Your VA appeal can go to the Board of Veterans’ Appeals, but which docket you choose matters.

VA Form 10182 is used to appeal a decision to the Board. When you file it, you generally choose between different review options, including the Direct Review, Evidence Submission, and Hearing dockets.

Each docket has different rules about evidence and hearings, so choosing the right one can make a difference in how your appeal moves forward.

Before submitting VA Form 10182, understand what each docket allows and which option fits your case.

Have questions about your VA appeal? Contact us through our website: https://bit.ly/4phSbpJ



*This content is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Viewing or interacting with this content does not create an attorney-client relationship. I am not your lawyer, and you should consult a qualified attorney for advice regarding your specific situation.

08/30/2026

A Higher-Level Review allows you to ask the VA to have a more senior reviewer take another look at the decision. You generally cannot submit new evidence with a Higher-Level Review, so the focus is on whether the VA made an error based on the evidence already in the record.

The right appeal lane depends on the reason for the denial and what evidence is available in your case.

Don't choose an appeal option without understanding what it can and cannot do.

Have questions about your VA appeal? Contact us through our website: https://bit.ly/4phSbpJ



*This content is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Viewing or interacting with this content does not create an attorney-client relationship. I am not your lawyer, and you should consult a qualified attorney for advice regarding your specific situation.

08/28/2026

Got a VA denial? A Supplemental Claim may be an option.

If you have new and relevant evidence that could support your claim, you may be able to ask the VA to review the decision again. The key is understanding why your claim was denied and identifying evidence that addresses the reason for that denial.

A new medical opinion, updated treatment records, service records, or other relevant evidence may help strengthen your case, depending on your circumstances.

Don't let a denial stop you from exploring your options.

Have questions about a Supplemental Claim? Contact us through our website: https://bit.ly/4phSbpJ



*This content is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Viewing or interacting with this content does not create an attorney-client relationship. I am not your lawyer, and you should consult a qualified attorney for advice regarding your specific situation.

08/27/2026

A VA denial is not always the end of your claim.

The VA may deny a claim because it believes there isn't enough evidence, the condition isn't connected to service, or the wrong information was considered. But a denial does not necessarily mean you have no options.

Read the decision carefully, understand why the VA said no, and determine what appeal or review option may apply to your situation. The reason for the denial can help determine your next step.

Don't ignore a VA denial. Understand it, then decide what to do next.

If you received a VA denial and have questions about your options, contact us through our website: https://bit.ly/4phSbpJ



*This content is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Viewing or interacting with this content does not create an attorney-client relationship. I am not your lawyer, and you should consult a qualified attorney for advice regarding your specific situation.

08/26/2026

Under the PACT Act, certain veterans with qualifying service and specific cancer diagnoses may be entitled to service connection without having to establish the medical cause of the condition themselves.

That can make a major difference, especially for veterans who previously faced difficulties proving a connection between their illness and military service.

Your service dates, duty locations, diagnosis, treatment history, and any lasting effects can all be important when evaluating your claim.

Understanding whether you fall within a PACT Act presumption could be the first step toward pursuing benefits.

Have questions about your VA cancer claim? Contact us through our website: https://bit.ly/4phSbpJ



*This content is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Viewing or interacting with this content does not create an attorney-client relationship. I am not your lawyer, and you should consult a qualified attorney for advice regarding your specific situation.

08/25/2026

Changes brought by the PACT Act expanded presumptive service connection for certain conditions tied to qualifying military service and toxic exposure. If your claim was previously denied because the VA found there was not enough evidence connecting your cancer to service, the law may have changed the analysis.

Review your old VA decision and the reason for the denial. Depending on the circumstances, you may have an opportunity to submit a supplemental claim with new and relevant evidence.

Don't assume an old denial means your options are gone.

If you have a previous VA cancer denial and want to learn more about your options, contact us through our website: https://bit.ly/4phSbpJ



*This content is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Viewing or interacting with this content does not create an attorney-client relationship. I am not your lawyer, and you should consult a qualified attorney for advice regarding your specific situation.

08/24/2026

For eligible veterans, certain cancers are recognized as presumptively related to qualifying toxic exposure. This can make the claims process very different from a traditional service connection claim, where proving a medical link may be necessary.

Your service history, location, dates of service, and diagnosis can all matter when determining whether you qualify.

If you served in a qualifying area and were later diagnosed with cancer, don't assume you have to prove exactly what caused it. Find out whether the law provides you with a presumption.

Contact us through our website to learn more: https://bit.ly/4phSbpJ



*This content is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Viewing or interacting with this content does not create an attorney-client relationship. I am not your lawyer, and you should consult a qualified attorney for advice regarding your specific situation.

08/23/2026

A cancer diagnosis years after service may still have a path to VA benefits.

The PACT Act expanded presumptive service connection for veterans with qualifying service and certain conditions associated with toxic exposure. For eligible veterans, this can remove the need to establish a direct medical nexus between the condition and military service.

If you were previously denied, don't assume that decision is the end of the road. Changes in the law may affect your options.

Think you may qualify? Contact us through our website: https://bit.ly/4phSbpJ



*This content is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Viewing or interacting with this content does not create an attorney-client relationship. I am not your lawyer, and you should consult a qualified attorney for advice regarding your specific situation.

08/23/2026

Before 2022, veterans who developed certain cancers after serving in the Gulf region or Afghanistan often faced a difficult burden, proving their military service caused their cancer.

The PACT Act changed the game for many veterans.

For qualifying veterans, certain cancers and conditions may now be presumed to be connected to military service based on where and when they served and their qualifying toxic exposures. That can mean you may not need to prove the exact cause of your cancer with a nexus opinion.

And if your claim was previously denied, the PACT Act may provide a path to pursue benefits under the new law.

Who qualifies? What cancers are covered? What service locations count?

Contact us through our website: https://bit.ly/4phSbpJ



*This content is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Viewing or interacting with this content does not create an attorney-client relationship. I am not your lawyer, and you should consult a qualified attorney for advice regarding your specific situation.

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