In this episode of the Dog Tag, our host, Matt Elledge, Colonel, U.S. Army (Ret) and Senior Deputy Director of the Texas Veterans Land Board (VLB), talks with three subject matter experts from the Texas Veterans Commission (TVC) and the VLB on the subject of VA Disability Claims. Jesus Simental, Director, and Victor Polanco, Operations Manager, for TVC Claims Representation and Counseling, and Bill McLemore, Deputy Director of Land and Housing for the VLB, share their wisdom and experience. Learn what VA Disability Compensation is, who’s eligible and how to apply along with tips and advice to help you navigate this complex and often intimidating process.  The Dog Tag® is brought to you by the Texas Veterans Land Board and the Texas Veterans Commission. Find more episodes at medium.com/the-dog-tag. If you have questions about this topic, or suggestions for other podcast topics, call 1–800–252-VETS or email vlbinfo@glo.texas.gov. Visit TexasVeterans.com to find out more about your benefits!