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Are you confused about the VA’s rules for unemployability, also known as TDIU? VA-accredited attorney and Army combat veteran Ed Farmer tackles the five most common questions he receives about TDIU in this episode of VA Made Easy.

Ed explains why the VA cannot use your age as a factor in unemployability claims, and clarifies when and how the VA is supposed to “infer” a TDIU claim—even if you never filed the official paperwork. He addresses misconceptions about employment history, including why your educational and occupational background matters if the VA says you could just “work an office job.” You'll also learn how the VA defines “substantial gainful employment” and what counts as crossing the income threshold for TDIU eligibility. Finally, Ed discusses the intersection of TDIU and Social Security benefits, shedding light on when you can receive both.

If you’ve been denied unemployability or aren’t sure how the rules apply to your case, this episode provides clear answers and practical tips to help you move forward.

VA form 8940 - https://www.vba.va.gov/pubs/forms/vba-21-8940-are.pdf

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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.

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Veterans with IBS: Are you stuck at a 0% VA rating? Learn how the new 2024 VA disability rules could help you get a higher percentage.

VA-accredited attorney Ed Farmer breaks down the updated rating criteria for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), effective May 19, 2024—explaining what qualifies for 10%, 20%, or 30%.

📌 In this video:

- Understand the new diagnostic rules - Learn what symptoms really count - When to file a Higher-Level Review or Supplemental Claim - Tips for C&P exams and writing winning statements

🎯 If you feel underrated, this video helps you advocate for the benefits you deserve.

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/8q3pmIJVbSQ

You can also find more information about my practice at: https://www.vetlawoffice.com

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.

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Do you think you don’t qualify for VA Unemployability (TDIU) because you lack a single high-percentage disability rating? VA-accredited attorney and Army combat veteran Ed Farmer breaks down the “one disability rule” and explains five key situations where multiple disabilities can be combined and counted as one for TDIU eligibility.

This episode clarifies common misconceptions about the rating requirements for TDIU and highlights the scenarios where disabilities affecting the same extremity, both upper or both lower extremities, the same body system, or arising from a single accident or combat event can boost your eligibility. Ed walks through clear, real-life examples using the VA’s unique combined rating table, helping you recognize when your ratings add up in ways you might not expect.

You’ll also learn why meeting the initial rating standards isn’t the end of the process—Ed covers the second step: showing that your service-connected disabilities actually prevent you from maintaining substantial gainful employment.

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/3wlXA5hKJ2k

You can also find more information about my practice at: https://www.vetlawoffice.com

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.