Challenges in Estimating Work Disability and Implications for Veterans Affairs Disability Compensation

RAND Corporation eBooks 2026 Book

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Authors: Philip Armour
DOI: 10.7249/cta4689-1
Cited by: 0

Abstract

The VA's disability compensation program relies on old data that may no longer reflect veterans' true earnings losses. Updated earnings loss studies, insights from other programs, and research on veterans' experiences could help ensure benefits align with today's realities and better support veterans.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Retirement Disability and Employment Disability Education and Employment Labor market dynamics and wage inequality

Publication details

Journal / source
RAND Corporation eBooks
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Book