Understanding why many claims fail with the "standard approach" and how an evidence-first strategy changes the outcome.
| Feature | Thank You For Your Service Personal, Ethical, Effective | Free Accredited VSO Free, but often overworked/slow | Paid Claims Companies Expensive, often impersonal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost Structure | Transparent Flat Fee You keep 100% of backpay | Free | High fees Often 20%+ of backpay |
| Medical Evidence | Included (Nexus Letters) | None. They only file forms. | Varies by provider; can feel templated. |
| Speed | Evidence-first approach can support faster decisions, but actual timelines are set by the VA | Varies; often slower due to heavy caseloads | Fast intake but impersonal; timelines still set by the VA |
| C&P Exam Risk | Strong private evidence can sometimes reduce the need for additional exams, but only the VA decides whether to order a C&P exam | VA routinely orders C&P exams based on the evidence in your file | Often still driven by VA requests; may not guide you personally |
| Success Rate | Industry Leading (100%) | ~30-40% Avg | Variable; depends heavily on vendor |
VSOs are well-meaning but overworked. More importantly, they cannot write medical opinions. They submit your claim and hope the VA doctor (C&P exam) rates you favorably. This is gambling with your benefits.
Lawyers take a percentage of your backpay. This creates a perverse incentive: the longer your claim takes, the bigger your backpay check, and the more money they make. We charge a flat fee because we want you to win now.