Weekly Insights

VA Claims Insights

Plain-language articles on nexus letters, secondary conditions, and DIC claims — updated weekly.
July 16, 2026

DIC Claims: How a Cause-of-Death Nexus Letter Helps Surviving Spouses

When the death certificate doesn't name the service-connected condition, the claim turns on contributory cause — a medical question that needs a physician's answer.

July 16, 2026

Nexus Letter for Tinnitus: Why the VA's Most-Claimed Condition Still Gets Denied

Delayed onset, undocumented noise exposure, and conclusory C&P opinions sink tinnitus claims — here's what a strong medical opinion must address.

July 14, 2026

Nexus Letter for Sleep Apnea Secondary to PTSD: What It Needs to Show

The most-claimed secondary condition, and the four things a credible medical opinion must address — including the "at least as likely as not" standard.