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Published: October 14, 2026

Categories: Significant Filings

AUSTIN – Stone Hilton today filed a federal lawsuit against the Secretary of Veterans Affairs on behalf of VetClaims.AI, an education and support organization for veterans pursuing disability claims before the VA. Current restrictions prohibit veterans from paying for private assistance with their claims. While VetClaims.AI does not file claims for veterans or interface with the VA, it is nevertheless hindered in its efforts to help veterans with their claims by providing education and support to those navigating the disability claims process. By preventing veterans from paying a modest flat fee for those services, the VA has exceeded its statutory authority and violated constitutional protections in restricting veterans' access to help obtaining benefits to which they are entitled.

## Links

- [Read the Complaint](/api/media/file/20261014_VetClaims_v_Collins_Complaint.pdf)