Economy, System Glitch Lead to Surge in Veterans’ Claims

Published on November 6, 2024

Veterans’ claims have surged dramatically over the past year, driven by what some are calling an “economic crunch” combined with improved processing times at the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA). Many veterans, once deterred by delays in the claims process, are now filing as they find the DVA’s response times accelerating. Increased financial pressures from the rising cost of living are a key factor, as some are no longer able to self-manage ongoing needs and are looking to the DVA for timely support amid tightening budgets. This financial year has seen a 37.1 percent increase in claims compared to the same period last year....

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