You can check the status of both these things online
If I use this website to check a VA claim or appeal, will my personal information be protected?
Yes, your information is protected as the website is secure. We have strict security policies and practices which are there to protect your personal health information
Have you printed or downloaded anything from the website?
No I haven't
Unfortunately, no relevant information is found.
What if I am checking my VA claim online and I don't see a certain document that I sent as being listed and received?
There are certain documents that will not appear online, a list of which is available
Look, that's great and all, I have seen an actual fight. I was one of the soldier risking their life at War for the country's.  What honor my Country can provide with us Veteran? None.
Of course. If you are a combat veteran, apply right away to take advantage of 5 years of enhanced eligibility.
Now we're talking. Are there any other VA benefits I can use?