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VA Pension Benefits
07
Mar

Veterans Pension: Frequently Asked Questions And Answers

March 7, 2014
Frequently Asked Questions and Answers About Veterans Pension Who Can Help Me Fill Out the...
23
Feb

Update On Federal Class Action Lawsuit To Prevent NJ From Counting VA Pension In Determining Medicaid Eligibility

February 23, 2014
I. The Facts. Plaintiff, Alma Galletta, who suffers from a variety of medical impairments, is...
16
Feb

Veterans Pension: 2014 Eligibility Requirements And Benefit Amounts

February 16, 2014
General Qualifications for Non-Service Connected Pension Plus Aid and Attendance Supplement Veterans, Widowed Spouses, and...
22
Dec

Is Family Maintenance Considered By The VA In Determining The Amount Of Pension Benefit Payable?

December 22, 2013
It iis quite common for family members or others to provide monetary support to a...
17
Nov

Court Denies NJ’s Motion To Dismiss Federal Class Action Lawsuit Alleging State Improperly Counted VA Pension In Denying Medicaid Eligibility

November 17, 2013
In a recent opinion, Hon. Robert B. Kugler, United States District Judge for the District...
06
Nov

Significant Changes To VA Claims Process Proposed

November 6, 2013
On October 31, 2013, proposed changes to the process of filing disability claims and appeals...
05
Aug

The Effect Of Gifts And Jointly-Owned Property On Eligibility For VA Pension Benefits

August 5, 2013
Clients often have questions about the effect of gifts and jointly-owned property on eligibility for...
06
Jun

Proposed Legislation Introduced Establishing A Look-Back Period And Gift Penalties For Veterans Applying For VA Pension Benefits

June 6, 2013
Senate Bill 748, entitled the “Veterans Pension Protection Act,” was introduced on April 17, 2013....
16
May

The VA’s New “Fully Developed Claim” Process

May 16, 2013
Fully Developed VA Claims The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has implemented a new process...
06
May

Elder Law College: Presentation on VA Benefits and Social Security Disability Benefits

May 6, 2013
Several months ago, I presented a program on Veterans Benefits and Social Security Disability Benefits...
06
May

New Jersey Improperly Denies Medicaid Benefits To Veterans By Incorrectly Including VA Pension Benefits As “Countable Income”

May 6, 2013
In recent years, applicants for Medicaid benefits in New Jersey have been incorrectly denied eligibility...
30
Mar

Reporting VA Pension with Aid and Attendance Supplement for Medicaid Purposes

March 30, 2013
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is causing Medicaid applicants to be incorrectly denied benefits...
27
Jan

Can A Veteran Get VA Compensation Benefits On Deceased Spouse’s Service Record As Well As VA Pension Benefits On Survivor’s Service Record?

January 27, 2013
It IS possible for a surviving veteran to receive Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) Benefits...
22
Jan

Calculating The Amount Of VA Pension Benefits Payable To A Single Veteran Based Upon Unreimbursed Medical Expenses

January 22, 2013
For years, clients have asked about pension benefits available from the Department of Veterans Affairs...
10
Jan

Frequently Asked Questions About Non-Service Connected VA Pension Benefits

January 10, 2013
Must I be living in a care facility or receiving care at home before I...
10
Jan

General Qualifications For Non-Service Connected Veterans Pension Plus Aid and Attendance Supplement

January 10, 2013
Veteran, Widowed Spouse, and Dependent or Disabled Child May Be A Claimant for VA Pension...
21
Dec

VA Reduces Paperwork Requirements For Pension Benefits

December 21, 2012
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced it is cutting red tape for Veterans who...
11
Dec

Elder Law College: Overview Of VA Benefits And Social Security Disability Benefits

December 11, 2012
(I recently presented a program on Veterans Benefits and Social Security Disability Benefits at the...
10
Dec

Improved Veterans Pension Rates For 2013

December 10, 2012
Following are the increased rates paid by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)  beginning in...
07
Nov

VA Tightens Pension Rules Governing The Reimbursement Of Facility Room And Board Costs

November 7, 2012
On October 26, 2012, David McLenachen, Director of the Pension and Fiduciary Division, Department of...
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