VA Disability Claims Resources and Guides
The VA claims process is complicated, and good information can be hard to find. This resource library collects practical guides, research insights, and educational content designed specifically for veterans working on their disability claims. Every piece is written in plain language and grounded in real data -- including patterns drawn from Claim Raven's database of over 501,000 BVA decisions. Whether you are learning about the claims process for the first time, researching a specific condition, or looking for strategies to strengthen a supplemental claim, these resources are built to help you make informed decisions at every step.
Claims Process Guides
Understand each stage of the VA disability claims process from intent to file through final decision. These guides cover how claims are evaluated, what evidence the VA requires, and common reasons claims are denied or delayed. Each guide is written for veterans who want to understand the system rather than just follow instructions blindly.
Condition-Specific Research
Explore resources focused on individual VA disability conditions including rating criteria, evidence requirements, common secondary connections, and C&P exam expectations. Condition-specific content helps you prepare for the exact claim you are filing rather than relying on one-size-fits-all information. Research is informed by BVA decision data wherever applicable.
Evidence and Claim Strategy
Learn how to approach evidence gathering, personal statement writing, buddy letter preparation, and gap analysis with a strategic mindset. These resources explain not just what the VA needs but why certain types of evidence carry more weight. Stronger evidence preparation leads to better-supported claims and fewer avoidable denials.
Common questions
Are these resources free to access?
Yes. The resource library is available to all veterans at no cost. Claim Raven believes every veteran should have access to clear, accurate information about the VA claims process regardless of whether they use the paid tools. Resources are updated regularly as policies and processes change.
Are the resources written by veterans?
Yes. Claim Raven content is created by a veteran who has been through the VA claims process. Resources are written in plain, veteran-focused language and grounded in real BVA decision data rather than generic legal or medical content repurposed from other sources.
Can I suggest a topic for a future resource?
Absolutely. Claim Raven's resource library grows based on what veterans actually need. If there is a topic, condition, or claims process question you want covered, reach out through the contact page. Veteran feedback directly shapes what gets published next.