I filed my first serious VA claim on February 6, 2019, when I was rated at 20%. That claim was decided on May 1, 2019, and I was awarded an additional 20%, bringing me to 40%.
The very next day, May 2, 2019, I hired Jacqueline McCormack, one day after what I felt was a lowball VA decision. She immediately filed a Higher-Level Review on my behalf. About four months later, that claim was decided, and my rating increased to 60%.
Two months after that, I was awarded 70% due to sciatic nerve conditions in both legs. The following year (2020), I reached 80% when both knees were service-connected.
The next year, I was granted 50% for sinusitis and 10% for rhinitis, bringing me to 90%. One year later, I received 10% for flat feet and 50% for plantar fasciitis secondary to flat feet, which finally put me over the top at 100%.
My 100% rating was backdated to February 16, 2019, just 10 days after my original qualifying claim, which allowed me to hire Ms. McCormack.
She has been absolutely amazing in assisting me with my VA claims. She accomplished everything I asked for, and then some. May God continue to shine on her. Keep pushing, Ms. McCormack, thank you for everything!
Cameron firm is excellent, outstanding and gave me perfect representation. I urge all veterans needing help to call cameron firm. My life changed for the better because of cameron firm. They are perfect.
Reply from VA Disability Attorney - Cameron Firm, PC
2024.06.21
Thank you for your glowing review, Alan! We're truly humbled by your kind words and are pleased to hear that we were able to assist in improving your situation. We remain dedicated to providing the best service possible for all our clients, particularly veterans. Thank you for choosing Cameron Firm, PC.
I can’t say enough great things about Cameron Firm, PC. When I first contacted them, I was stuck at 20% VA disability and felt completely overwhelmed by the process. Their team took the time to understand my case, explain every step clearly, and build a strong, well-documented claim on my behalf.
Thanks to their professionalism, attention to detail, and genuine commitment to helping veterans, my disability rating was increased to 60%. The difference this has made in my life is huge.
What stood out most was how responsive and supportive they were throughout the entire process. I never felt like just another case—they treated me with respect and kept me informed at every stage.
If you’re a veteran struggling with the VA claims process, I highly recommend Cameron Firm, PC. Their expertise truly makes all the difference.
Today, I got a call from Melinda Gobin, My Case Manager, to tell me that the VA made a decision to increase my disability to 100%. She is an outstanding Case Manager, always informed me how my case was going! I sincerely recommend her to handle your VA case.
My case went like this...I filed through DAV last March 29. 2024 and the VA gave me a 30% total disability in December 2024.The DAV then told me that it was a good outcome however a fellow Veteran was there at that time and heard what the DAV said. He then approached me and told me to call Cameron Firm, PC. I called them that day and they just asked me to email them my personal information and that was it.They took care of the rest! After that, I went to a couple C&P Exams. One year after I got my 100%.
Thank you, Melinda.
Reply from VA Disability Attorney - Cameron Firm, PC
2025.12.11
Thank you for sharing your fantastic success story, Robin, and for recognizing the outstanding work of your Case Manager, Melinda Gobin! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that the VA made the decision to increase your disability to 100%—that is a truly monumental victory.
We appreciate you sharing the moment when a fellow veteran steered you toward our firm after hearing that 30% was being presented as a "good outcome." Your experience clearly demonstrates that veterans must have advocates who know how to aggressively pursue the full benefits deserved, which you received one year after coming to us.
The Dedication of a Veteran Advocate
Melinda’s success with your case is a direct reflection of her commitment and expertise:
A Fellow Veteran: As a Navy veteran who served aboard the USS Simon Lake and the USS Wasp, Melinda brings a profound, firsthand understanding of military service to every case.
Deep Experience: Her 17 years in the health insurance industry combined with six years as a Veteran Service Officer in New York has equipped her with specialized knowledge to exhaust all avenues—a dedication you saw firsthand when she ensured you were prepared for those crucial C&P exams.
Passion for Service: Melinda truly embodies the mission of our firm. Your recognition that she was "always informed" you and was an "outstanding Case Manager" speaks directly to her passion for ensuring fellow veterans get the benefits they've earned.
Melinda Gobin is indeed top-notch, and we are incredibly proud to have her leading the fight for our clients. Congratulations again on achieving the 100% rating you deserve!
We appreciate you sharing the moment when a fellow veteran steered you toward our firm after hearing that 30% was being presented as a "good outcome." Your experience clearly demonstrates that veterans must have advocates who know how to aggressively pursue the full benefits deserved, which you received one year after coming to us.
The Dedication of a Veteran Advocate
Melinda’s success with your case is a direct reflection of her commitment and expertise:
A Fellow Veteran: As a Navy veteran who served aboard the USS Simon Lake and the USS Wasp, Melinda brings a profound, firsthand understanding of military service to every case.
Deep Experience: Her 17 years in the health insurance industry combined with six years as a Veteran Service Officer in New York has equipped her with specialized knowledge to exhaust all avenues—a dedication you saw firsthand when she ensured you were prepared for those crucial C&P exams.
Passion for Service: Melinda truly embodies the mission of our firm. Your recognition that she was "always informed" you and was an "outstanding Case Manager" speaks directly to her passion for ensuring fellow veterans get the benefits they've earned.
Melinda Gobin is indeed top-notch, and we are incredibly proud to have her leading the fight for our clients. Congratulations again on achieving the 100% rating you deserve!
I had been trying to handle everything myself which was a lot of work and I was sent in circles. Cameron Firm was on top of everything. I felt like a load was taken off of my shoulders. The process became stress free. Best people I have worked with that care about people.
Reply from VA Disability Attorney - Cameron Firm, PC
2025.12.02
Thank you for sharing your experience, Maralyn. We're honored that we could lift that burden from your shoulders - our team knows how overwhelming the appeals process can be, and we consider it our duty to stand beside veterans like you and fight for the benefits you've rightfully earned.
Reply from VA Disability Attorney - Cameron Firm, PC
2025.12.11
Tommy, thank you so much for the exceptional 5-star rating!
We deeply appreciate you taking the time to show your appreciation. A rating like this is incredibly valuable to our firm. It serves as immediate, trustworthy proof to other veterans—who are often searching for a reputable firm during a moment of high stress—that we deliver on our promises and secure positive outcomes.
We were honored to serve you.
We deeply appreciate you taking the time to show your appreciation. A rating like this is incredibly valuable to our firm. It serves as immediate, trustworthy proof to other veterans—who are often searching for a reputable firm during a moment of high stress—that we deliver on our promises and secure positive outcomes.
We were honored to serve you.
Cameron Firm PC know what they are doing. As a veteran spouse I will strongly recommend anyone who needs their help.
Reply from VA Disability Attorney - Cameron Firm, PC
2025.12.11
Thank you, Bernice, for your generous review and your strong recommendation!
We deeply appreciate hearing this feedback from a veteran spouse. At Cameron Firm, PC, we recognize that when a veteran serves, the entire family serves and makes sacrifices. Your support is crucial, and it means a great deal to us that we were able to provide the effective, knowledgeable assistance you needed.
We are incredibly proud to serve not just our veteran clients, but also their families, ensuring you all receive the stability and benefits you have earned.
We deeply appreciate hearing this feedback from a veteran spouse. At Cameron Firm, PC, we recognize that when a veteran serves, the entire family serves and makes sacrifices. Your support is crucial, and it means a great deal to us that we were able to provide the effective, knowledgeable assistance you needed.
We are incredibly proud to serve not just our veteran clients, but also their families, ensuring you all receive the stability and benefits you have earned.
Cameron Firm took my information and at that time they filed all paperwork for me. That took a lot of stress off me! They kept me informed throughout the process and and answered all my questions
Reply from VA Disability Attorney - Cameron Firm, PC
2025.12.07
Thank you so much for sharing your positive experience! We are incredibly pleased to hear that our process of handling all the necessary paperwork and filings successfully took a lot of stress off you.
Navigating the VA appeals system can be an overwhelming burden, and our primary goal is to manage that complexity entirely on your behalf. Keeping you informed throughout the process and ensuring all your questions are answered is a foundational element of the service we provide. We believe that a well-informed veteran is an empowered veteran.
Your testimonial highlights the peace of mind we strive to deliver, allowing you to focus on your health while we focus on securing your deserved benefits.
Navigating the VA appeals system can be an overwhelming burden, and our primary goal is to manage that complexity entirely on your behalf. Keeping you informed throughout the process and ensuring all your questions are answered is a foundational element of the service we provide. We believe that a well-informed veteran is an empowered veteran.
Your testimonial highlights the peace of mind we strive to deliver, allowing you to focus on your health while we focus on securing your deserved benefits.
I am very satisfied with the Cameron Law Firm. They know what they are doing and I will strongly recommend them to anyone that needs help. I can't stop thinking them.
Reply from VA Disability Attorney - Cameron Firm, PC
2025.12.05
Thank you for letting us know, Willie! It's wonderful to hear that Cameron Firm, PC, provided you with such excellent service and got you the results you needed. Your recommendation will be really helpful for other veterans who are looking for knowledgeable representation. We are glad we were able to assist you, and appreciate you taking the time to share your positive experience!
I highly recommend Cameron Law firm to any veteran looking to increase his/her service connection. I went from 40% to 100% in a matter of a few month.Their fees were very reasonable. Very pleased.
Reply from VA Disability Attorney - Cameron Firm, PC
2025.12.03
Thank you for sharing your experience, Eric. There's no stronger endorsement than hearing from a fellow veteran who has walked this path. Going from 40% to 100% is life-changing, and your recommendation means everything to veterans who are considering whether to seek help with their claims. We're honored to have served you and grateful you took the time to help other veterans by sharing your story.
I got referred to the Cameron Firm from Woods and Woods a year and a half ago. Maybe it was longer? I was thinking I've been turned down for a couple things already by the VA and now I'm passed off. Turns out I was right where I should be. Right from the start it was evident that they knew what they were doing. It was going to be systematic in the approach. Yes we did have rejections from the VA but these guys never faltered. They pushed for upper level reviews, it took time but in the end it was clear their plan of attack was working. They must have looked into my records and statements and found a few more items to clam. All in all I have to hand it to them. I could not have done this by myself. I just received 100% T & P disability with the back pay from 2023. I can't thank them enough.
Reply from VA Disability Attorney - Cameron Firm, PC
2025.12.07
Thank you deeply, Jack, for taking the time to share your incredible story, and for confirming that even when the process feels drawn out, perseverance and strategy pay off.
Your feelings of frustration after initial VA denials are completely understandable—and they are precisely what drives our commitment. We appreciate that you recognized our systematic approach right from the start. Successfully appealing complex VA denials, especially those requiring upper-level reviews, is often not a quick or simple process, but it demands a relentless, well-executed plan.
We are advocates who refuse to falter, even when the VA issues rejections. Our team is dedicated to thoroughly examining your entire service record and medical history—often finding additional service-connected items that were overlooked—to build the strongest possible case.
Achieving the 100% T&P disability rating and securing the substantial back pay from 2023 is a monumental win and the outcome you truly deserved. This testimonial serves as a powerful reminder to other veterans that while the fight may take time, having experienced, resilient advocates is essential.
We are profoundly grateful for your trust.
Your feelings of frustration after initial VA denials are completely understandable—and they are precisely what drives our commitment. We appreciate that you recognized our systematic approach right from the start. Successfully appealing complex VA denials, especially those requiring upper-level reviews, is often not a quick or simple process, but it demands a relentless, well-executed plan.
We are advocates who refuse to falter, even when the VA issues rejections. Our team is dedicated to thoroughly examining your entire service record and medical history—often finding additional service-connected items that were overlooked—to build the strongest possible case.
Achieving the 100% T&P disability rating and securing the substantial back pay from 2023 is a monumental win and the outcome you truly deserved. This testimonial serves as a powerful reminder to other veterans that while the fight may take time, having experienced, resilient advocates is essential.
We are profoundly grateful for your trust.
I got referred to the Cameron Firm from Woods and Woods a year and a half ago. Maybe it was longer? I was thinking I've been turned down for a couple things already by the VA and now I'm passed off. Turns out I was right where I should be. Right from the start it was evident that they knew what they were doing. It was going to be systematic in the approach. Yes we did have rejections from the VA but these guys never faltered. They pushed for upper level reviews, it took time but in the end it was clear their plan of attack was working. They must have looked into my records and statements and found a few more items to clam. All in all I have to hand it to them. I could not have done this by myself. I just received 100% T & P disability with the back pay from 2023. I can't thank them enough.
This firm is great. I have tried repeatedly to get a Service Connected rating, both by myself and with 2 other law firms. All of our efforts in the past 8-10 years were in vain and was repeatedly denied even a 10 percent rating. I was introduced to the Cameron Firm about 2 1/2 years ago by a very close friend. He received a 100 percent Service Connected rating and raved about this great law firm. I procrastinated and did not contact Cameron Law until about a year ago. Since the time they assumed the case, it has been a blur, everything was moving so fast but.....yesterday, I received an email from the VA awarding me a 100 percent rating along with backpay. I cannot say enough about the lawyers and support staff that I have been working with and would highly recommend them to anyone who might be in a similar position. Once again, thank you.
Reply from VA Disability Attorney - Cameron Firm, PC
2025.11.22
We're truly honored by your kind words and absolutely thrilled to celebrate this victory with you! After 8-10 years of denials, we completely understand why you hesitated to try again—that kind of repeated disappointment can make anyone pause. What matters most is that you took that step, and now you have the 100% rating and back pay you rightfully earned. Your perseverance through all those years paid off, and we were privileged to be part of finally getting you across the finish line. Congratulations on your well-deserved win! Your friend knew what he was talking about, and we're grateful he connected us. Wishing you all the best moving forward.
VA Case help
Happy to report that after almost 2 1/2 yrs, 3 appeals, & one outstanding lawyer (Jamie Kolpien), the case is won. Got 100% disability (permanent) & back pay to June 2022. The war is over. I had made 2 appeals for 100% disability & only got 60%. My case was dead in the water until a friend told me about Cameron Firm. I presented my case to them over their internet page & they took me on after only 48 hours. From then on, we started winning multiple concessions from the VA until the final judgement. Fact is, we veterans don't have ANY expertise in nagavitating the VA system so we NEED help. Many thanks to Cameron & Jamie in particular for outstanding work on my behalf.
Date of experience: 20 November, 2025
Date of experience: 20 November, 2025
Happy to report that after almost 2 1/2 yrs, 3 appeals, & one outstanding lawyer (Jamie Kolpien), the case is won. Got 100% disability (permanent) & back pay to June 2022. The war is over. I had made 2 appeals for 100% disability & only got 60%. My case was dead in the water until a friend told me about Cameron Firm. I presented my case to them over their internet page & they took me on after only 48 hours. From then on, we started winning multiple concessions from the VA until the final judgement. Fact is, we veterans don't have ANY expertise in nagavitating the VA system so we NEED help. Many thanks to Cameron & Jamie in particular for outstanding work on my behave.
Reply from VA Disability Attorney - Cameron Firm, PC
2025.11.20
What an incredible journey, and we're honored to have been part of achieving this well-deserved outcome for you. Your perseverance through 2½ years and multiple appeals demonstrates the resilience that defines our veterans.
Your observation about navigating the VA system couldn't be more accurate—the reality is that the claims process is complex and often overwhelming without specialized knowledge and experience on your side. That's exactly why we do what we do.
Jamie Kolpien is truly exceptional at what she does, and your case showcases her expertise beautifully. With a decade of experience in VA benefits, including her time as a Deputy County Veterans Service Officer and Veterans Benefits Specialist in Wisconsin, Jamie brings an insider's understanding of how the VA operates. She spent years on the front lines—first as an SSVF Case Manager helping homeless veterans secure housing and income, then working directly within county veterans offices where she rapidly advanced due to her outstanding work. This background gives her unique insight into building winning cases that others might overlook.
Jamie's passion for ensuring veterans receive every benefit they've earned—from disability compensation to healthcare access—drives her commitment to each case she takes on. Your success is a testament to both her skill and her dedication to serving those who served.
Congratulations on your 100% permanent rating and back pay. You fought hard for this country, and you fought hard for these benefits. We're proud to have stood alongside you in this final battle.
Wishing you all the best as you move forward.
Your observation about navigating the VA system couldn't be more accurate—the reality is that the claims process is complex and often overwhelming without specialized knowledge and experience on your side. That's exactly why we do what we do.
Jamie Kolpien is truly exceptional at what she does, and your case showcases her expertise beautifully. With a decade of experience in VA benefits, including her time as a Deputy County Veterans Service Officer and Veterans Benefits Specialist in Wisconsin, Jamie brings an insider's understanding of how the VA operates. She spent years on the front lines—first as an SSVF Case Manager helping homeless veterans secure housing and income, then working directly within county veterans offices where she rapidly advanced due to her outstanding work. This background gives her unique insight into building winning cases that others might overlook.
Jamie's passion for ensuring veterans receive every benefit they've earned—from disability compensation to healthcare access—drives her commitment to each case she takes on. Your success is a testament to both her skill and her dedication to serving those who served.
Congratulations on your 100% permanent rating and back pay. You fought hard for this country, and you fought hard for these benefits. We're proud to have stood alongside you in this final battle.
Wishing you all the best as you move forward.
Happy to report that after almost 2 1/2 yrs, 3 appeals, & one outstanding lawyer (Jamie Kolpien), the case is won. Got 100% disability (permanent) & back pay to June 2022. The war is over. I had made 2 appeals for 100% disability & only got 60%. My case was dead in the water until a friend told me about Cameron Firm. I presented my case to them over their internet page & they took me on after only 48 hours. From then on, we started winning multiple concessions from the VA until the final judgement. Fact is, we veterans don't have ANY expertise in nagavitating the VA system so we NEED help. Many thanks to Cameron & Jamie in particular for outstanding work on my behave.
Vets need help w/VA System
Happy to report that after almost 2 1/2 yrs, 3 appeals, & one outstanding lawyer (Jamie Kolpien), the case is won. Got 100% disability (permanent) & back pay to June 2022. The war is over. I had made 2 appeals for 100% disability & only got 60%. My case was dead in the water until a friend told me about Cameron Firm. I presented my case to them over their internet page & they took me on after only 48 hours. From then on, we started winning multiple concessions from the VA until the final judgement. Fact is, we veterans don't have ANY expertise in nagavitating the VA system so we NEED help. Many thanks to Cameron & Jamie in particular for outstanding work on my behalf.