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PACT Act & VA Toxic Exposure Claims — Legal Support for Veterans
VA-accredited legal guidance for veterans, surviving spouses, and families navigating burn pit, Agent Orange, radiation, and other toxic exposure claims.
The PACT Act expanded VA healthcare and disability benefits for veterans exposed to burn pits, Agent Orange, radiation, and other toxic hazards. If your claim was denied, undervalued, or delayed, Cross & York may be able to help you understand your options and navigate the process.
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What is the PACT Act?
Signed into law on August 10, 2022, the Honoring our PACT Act (Pub. L. 117-168) is the most significant expansion of VA healthcare and disability benefits in decades. It added 20+ presumptive conditions linked to burn pits, Agent Orange, radiation, and other toxic exposures, and it accelerated healthcare eligibility for veterans who served in qualifying locations.
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Who may be eligible
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How Cross & York supports veterans
We focus on veterans and families who need more than a standard claim submission — denials, low ratings, complex evidence, survivor benefits.
Denied Claims & Appeals
Supplemental claims, Higher-Level Reviews, and Board appeals under the AMA.
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When your assigned VA disability rating doesn't reflect the severity of your condition.
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Surviving spouses and dependants navigating Dependency and Indemnity Compensation.
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Building the medical and service-record evidence needed for non-presumptive claims.
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You always have free options
Veterans do not need a lawyer to apply for PACT Act benefits. Free help is available through VA-accredited Veterans Service Organizations including the DAV, VFW, and American Legion. You can also apply directly at VA.gov/PACT.
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Common questions about PACT Act claims
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