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August 8, 2025 6 mins

VA-accredited attorney and Army veteran Ed Farmer discusses the top 4 reasons veterans are getting denied — and what you can do about it.

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Do you have a pre-existing condition and wonder if it can be service-connected by the VA? 

VA-accredited attorney and Army combat veteran Ed Farmer breaks down what every veteran needs to know about the VA’s “presumption of soundness” and “presumption of aggravation.”

In this episode, Ed explains:  ✅ How the VA must prove your condition wasn’t aggravated by service  ✅ What clear and unmistakable evidence means  ✅ When the VA can rebut your claim (e.g., congenital issues, natural progression)  ✅ What to do if your condition was noted at enlistment

You’ll learn actionable tips on: - Reviewing your entrance exams - Getting strong medical opinions - Catching common VA mistakes

This episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/t2mnq6NATTw 

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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