A collection of all of the need to know information about filing for a Veteran, VA disability claim. Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces may be entitled to disability compensation for injuries or illnesses that occurred during duty to their country. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs manages all disability claims that occur after the member has been discharged or retired from their branch of service. In order to file a disability claim, certain steps will need to be followed. CFR Title 38 Part 4, the bible of VA disability claims.