Veterans Disability Legal Help

A New York veterans' disability lawyer can help you with dealing with the bureaucracy at the VA. The legal professional can also assist you in obtaining medical records and other evidence needed to be successful in your case.

Your disability rating will determine the amount of compensation you are entitled to. It will be based on the severity of your condition and if it stops you from working and perform your normal daily activities.

Service Connection

If you can prove that your disabling condition is related to your military service, you may be eligible for monthly compensation. The amount you receive is determined by a number of factors, including the severity of your disability and the number of dependents you can claim. You should know the different types of benefits that you can avail when your disability is deemed to be service-connected. A veteran's lawyer will assist you in getting the cash you need.

You must present medical evidence to prove that your current health issue is the result of an accident, illness or illness that occurred during active duty or was aggravated due to. You can also be considered a service-connected by having a medical condition or condition that was preexisting and was discovered on the medical entrance test for military service and was later aggravated by certain events while on active duty. To prove a medical aggravation, it is necessary to be able to provide a medical opinion that proves that the increase is not caused by natural development of the condition.

There are numerous illnesses or conditions which are believed to have been caused by service-related events such as cancers associated with Agent Orange exposure, conditions caused by the Gulf War, and PTSD. These are referred to as presumptive ailments, and they require proof that you had at least 90 continuous days of active duty or were an inmate of war for the prescribed length of time.

Appealing a Denial

It can be very frustrating to find out that your claim for disability benefits, like compensation, allowances, education benefits, unemployment and special monthly compensation, has been rejected. It may be difficult for you to navigate the VA's bureaucracy order to get the disability rating that you are entitled to. Our lawyers can help file an appeal and address the reasons for why your claim was rejected. This includes the lack of evidence.

Our lawyers have a wealth of experience in the VA claim process. They can assist you through the entire process and represent you in the Court of Appeals for Veteran Claims and the Board of Veterans Appeals.

During the review process, you could be required to present new and relevant evidence to show the fact that your disability is a result of service. This can be done by filing Form 20-0996 and listing the issues you believe were not addressed in the initial denial. This is a fantastic opportunity to show that the original decision was not correct, and that you are entitled to the benefits that you sought.

During this period We can assist you in understanding the VA's complex rules and regulations so that your claim is properly handled. We can also assist you to understand how to combine your VA benefits with Social Security.

Making a Claim

The process of filing is often complicated and time-consuming. The VA requires a detailed list of the illnesses and injuries for which the veteran is seeking benefits, along with proof linking the conditions to his or her service. A good lawyer can make the difference between an application being accepted or denied.

If you are denied benefits by your local VA lawyer, you may appeal and ask for an additional level of review. Your attorney may suggest that you provide additional evidence to back up your appeal. This could include medical records including statements from your friends and family, reports from law enforcement agencies or military records, and any additional medical clinic or hospital records.

Your attorney can assist you in submitting the SF 180 form that is used to request your claims records from your local VA office. The form should contain all pertinent information about your medical history, current symptoms, and the reasons why you believe they are related to your service.

Congress created the VA disability benefits process to be veterans friendly, so there is no limit on the time that veterans can make an claim for disability. However, you must meet certain requirements to be eligible for compensation. These requirements includes a minimum duration of service and a discharge that is not dishonorable.

Meeting with an attorney

Veterans face a variety of challenges when applying for disability benefits. While dealing with their family and medical issues, they are required to navigate VA rules and bureaucracy. This can lead to errors when filling out forms, providing evidence, or missing deadlines. A veteran disability lawyer can provide advice that help veterans avoid making these mistakes and increase their chances of success.

Veterans can also appeal an appeal that has been denied by an attorney. Veterans have three options for reviewing their decision in case they are unhappy with the outcome. They can submit a Supplemental claim, request an upper-level review, or appeal to the Board. A Colorado veterans disability law firm can advocate on your behalf and analyze your case to determine what went wrong with the decision of the VA.

A disabled veteran may be entitled to monthly monetary compensation which is based on their disability rating. They may also qualify for Social Security benefits. If they are employed the employer must provide reasonable accommodations upon request by the employee to accommodate a disability. This is in accordance to the ADA which limits the right for employers to ask for medical records and prohibits discrimination because of disability. A Colorado veterans disability law firm can assist a veteran seek appropriate accommodations for their condition and receive the benefits they are entitled to.