VA Made Easy
VA Made Easy

VA Made Easy

Edward Farmer

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Ed Farmer, a disabled combat veteran and VA disability appeals attorney breaks down the VA system, helping you get a good result with your VA claim.

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Understand Survivor Benefits - How to Qualify for the 10 Year DIC Rule
DEC 19, 2025
Understand Survivor Benefits - How to Qualify for the 10 Year DIC Rule
As a VA-accredited attorney, I'm here to assist you with your legal needs. Schedule a consultation today: https://calendly.com/vetlawoffice/va-disability-consultation  When a tragedy strikes and the veteran passes away, the family members are sometimes left picking up the pieces, and a huge question remains. "Do I continue to receive the benefits?"  This is extremely important, especially as families rely on VA benefits to survive. In today's episode, Ed discusses how to qualify for Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC), even when the veteran’s death isn’t service connected. Specifically, he discusses the 10 year rule, who qualifies to recieve the benefits, and how to get them.  Whether you're worried about your family's future, or going through a seriously terrible period, you deserve to know what you are entited to from the VA.    Disclaimer: The material and information contained on these pages and on any pages linked from these pages are intended to provide only general information about the VA disability claims system. Every case is unique, and neither Edward M. Farmer nor VA Made Easy, LLC are providing legal advice for your specific VA case or legal matter. You should consult with a VA accredited attorney before relying upon any of the information presented here. The acts of making a comment or viewing information from VA Made Easy LLC’s YouTube channel do not create an attorney-client relationship. Case results are not guaranteed nor is Edward M. Farmer able to predict the outcome of any claims.  #VeteransAppeals #NoticeOfAppeal #CourtOfAppeals #VeteransClaims #VABoardDecision #LegalAid #MilitaryVeterans #AppealsProcess #LegalRights #VeteransBenefits #VAcourt #VeteranAdvocacy #VAclaims #VArepresentation #VAregulations #VAcase #MilitaryLaw #VACourt 
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Win Your Migraine Claim - Five Essential Tips
DEC 5, 2025
Win Your Migraine Claim - Five Essential Tips
Are you considering filing a migraine claim with the VA and you're unsure where to start? Are your migraines service-connected, and if not, can they be?  Today, Ed dives into the process of how to ensure service connection for your migraines, while getting a rating that's higher than 0%. He elaborates on what to do and what NOT to do, in order to make this process as easy and efficient for yourself.  Are you considering filing for migraines? Do you have a medical opinion? Let us know your experience in the comments.  This episode on YouTube:  https://youtu.be/ONkNk_ApHiE  Disclaimer: The material and information contained on these pages and on any pages linked from these pages are intended to provide only general information about the VA disability claims system. Every case is unique, and neither Edward M. Farmer nor VA Made Easy, LLC are providing legal advice for your specific VA case or legal matter. You should consult with a VA accredited attorney before relying upon any of the information presented here. The acts of making a comment or viewing information from VA Made Easy LLC’s YouTube channel do not create an attorney-client relationship. Case results are not guaranteed nor is Edward M. Farmer able to predict the outcome of any claims.  #VeteransAppeals #NoticeOfAppeal #CourtOfAppeals #VeteransClaims #VABoardDecision #LegalAid #MilitaryVeterans #AppealsProcess #LegalRights #VeteransBenefits #VAcourt #VeteranAdvocacy #VAclaims #VArepresentation #VAregulations #VAcase #MilitaryLaw #VACourt 
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8 MIN
5 Common Mistakes That Could Lower Your VA Disability Rating
NOV 14, 2025
5 Common Mistakes That Could Lower Your VA Disability Rating
As a VA-accredited attorney, I'm here to assist you with your legal needs. Schedule a consultation today: https://calendly.com/vetlawoffice  Can your VA disability rating get reduced? Yes. But can you do something to prevent that from happening? Also yes.  In today's episode, Ed breaks down the five most common mistakes veterans make that leads to the reduction of their disability rating. Some of them can seem like common sense, but some are a little trickier.  Ed will walk you through each of these scenarios with practical advice, all while mythbusting some of the most common misconceptions. Have you experienced one of these scenarios? What did you do? Tell us in the comment section.  This episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/bdtWePPRHUQ  Disclaimer: The material and information contained on these pages and on any pages linked from these pages are intended to provide only general information about the VA disability claims system. Every case is unique, and neither Edward M. Farmer nor VA Made Easy, LLC are providing legal advice for your specific VA case or legal matter. You should consult with a VA accredited attorney before relying upon any of the information presented here. The acts of making a comment or viewing information from VA Made Easy LLC’s YouTube channel do not create an attorney-client relationship. Case results are not guaranteed nor is Edward M. Farmer able to predict the outcome of any claims.  #VeteransAppeals #NoticeOfAppeal #CourtOfAppeals #VeteransClaims #VABoardDecision #LegalAid #MilitaryVeterans #AppealsProcess #LegalRights #VeteransBenefits #VAcourt #VeteranAdvocacy #VAclaims #VArepresentation #VAregulations #VAcase #MilitaryLaw #VACourt  
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8 MIN
After the C&P Exam: How VA Makes Decisions and What You Should Do Next
NOV 7, 2025
After the C&P Exam: How VA Makes Decisions and What You Should Do Next
As a VA-accredited attorney, I'm here to assist you with your legal needs. Schedule a consultation today: https://calendly.com/vetlawoffice    Ever wonder what happens after your VA Compensation & Pension (C&P) exam?  VA-accredited attorney Ed Farmer walks you through the next steps and explains how to navigate the waiting period for your claim decision. Ed breaks down the difference between DBQs (Disability Benefits Questionnaires) and medical nexus opinions, and how to know which one you should expect.  And what happens after the exam is actually over? Once you're out of the room? Ed highights exactly what you should do next to make sure you have the best possible chance of winning your claim. If you disagree with your exam results, Ed outlines your options. Having an accredited attorney can really help get ahead of a bad decision.  Don’t let a bad exam derail your claim—this episode breaks down how to take action, appeal, and get the support you need to keep your benefits process moving forward.   This episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/n7cz6yGGYmQ    Disclaimer: The material and information contained on these pages and on any pages linked from these pages are intended to provide only general information about the VA disability claims system. Every case is unique, and neither Edward M. Farmer nor VA Made Easy, LLC are providing legal advice for your specific VA case or legal matter. You should consult with a VA accredited attorney before relying upon any of the information presented here. The acts of making a comment or viewing information from VA Made Easy LLC’s YouTube channel do not create an attorney-client relationship. Case results are not guaranteed nor is Edward M. Farmer able to predict the outcome of any claims.  #VeteransAppeals #NoticeOfAppeal #CourtOfAppeals #VeteransClaims #VABoardDecision #LegalAid #MilitaryVeterans #AppealsProcess #LegalRights #VeteransBenefits #VAcourt #VeteranAdvocacy #VAclaims #VArepresentation #VAregulations #VAcase #MilitaryLaw #VACourt
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7 MIN
Everything You Need to Know About The Board of Veterans Affairs
OCT 31, 2025
Everything You Need to Know About The Board of Veterans Affairs
As a VA-accredited attorney, I'm here to assist you with your legal needs. Schedule a consultation today: https://calendly.com/vetlawoffice The Board of Veterans Affairs is a complicated place. In this episode, Ed explains everything you need to know to bring your case in front of the Board, who they are, how they operate, and when this option might make sense for your case. Understand the appeal lanes, which one is right for you, and when to hire an attorney to help you with your case.  Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/1SOYvkSx8z8  Disclaimer: The material and information contained on these pages and on any pages linked from these pages are intended to provide only general information about the VA disability claims system. Every case is unique, and neither Edward M. Farmer nor VA Made Easy, LLC are providing legal advice for your specific VA case or legal matter. You should consult with a VA accredited attorney before relying upon any of the information presented here. The acts of making a comment or viewing information from VA Made Easy LLC’s YouTube channel do not create an attorney-client relationship. Case results are not guaranteed nor is Edward M. Farmer able to predict the outcome of any claims.  #VeteransAppeals #NoticeOfAppeal #CourtOfAppeals #VeteransClaims #VABoardDecision #LegalAid #MilitaryVeterans #AppealsProcess #LegalRights #VeteransBenefits #VAcourt #VeteranAdvocacy #VAclaims #VArepresentation #VAregulations #VAcase #MilitaryLaw #VACourt
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11 MIN