This is a data-driven analysis tool that reveals real-world patterns from hundreds of thousands of VA appeal decisions. Built from over 1,897,144 Board of Veterans' Appeals cases and multiple federal data sources, this page helps veterans understand what evidence, conditions, and arguments are most likely to succeed on appeal. It breaks down grant rates, denial trends, toxic exposure outcomes, judge-level patterns, and condition-specific success rates so you can see how the VA actually decides cases in practice, not just in theory. You will also find insights into common denial reasons, rating changes on appeal, and emerging trends in VA adjudication that can directly impact claim strategy. Whether you are preparing an appeal, evaluating evidence strength, or trying to understand why similar claims succeed or fail, this dashboard turns complex BVA data into actionable insights grounded in real decisions.
How this research is built: every Board of Veterans' Appeals decision published by VA is public, and anyone can read one at a time. RateMyVSO downloads and analyzes the complete published record, classifying each decision's issues, evidence, and outcome using a mix of automated text extraction and targeted AI classification, then combines the result with data from other federal sources. It updates automatically every week as new decisions publish.
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Disclaimer: This data is for educational purposes only and is not legal or medical advice. BVA outcomes reflect appeal-level decisions and may not represent initial claim results. Individual outcomes depend on specific evidence and circumstances. Always consult with a VA-accredited representative for guidance on your specific claim.