VA to unveil new standardized disability claims forms

AirForce Times:  The Veterans Affairs Department is introducing new, standardized disability claims forms that officials say will make it easier for veterans and their survivors to clearly state what benefits they’re seeking from VA and provide the right information to process their claims and appeals, officials said Wednesday.

The new forms will “eliminate applicant guesswork, which often leads to delays in decisions and ultimately delays in receiving benefits,” A VA press release stated.

The regulations on the new forms will take effect in late March.  To read entire article, click here: http://www.airforcetimes.com/article/20140924/BENEFITS04/309240057/VA-unve