The VA's 5-year, 10-year, and 20-year rules protect your disability rating from being reduced once you've held it long enough — but most veterans don't find out these rules exist until a reduction letter shows up. This video breaks down exactly what each rule protects, what it doesn't, and what needs to already be in your file before that anniversary date hits.
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