veterans disability lawsuits Disability Legal Help

A New York veterans disability lawyer can help you navigate the bureaucracy of VA. The legal professional can also assist you in obtaining private medical documents and other evidence that is required to be successful in your case.

The monetary compensation you receive will be contingent on your disability rating. It will be based on the severity of your condition and whether or not it prevents you to be able work and perform the normal daily activities.

Service Connection

If you are able to prove that your disability is related to your military service, you may be eligible to receive monthly monetary compensation. The amount you get is determined by a variety of factors which include your disability rating and the number of people that you claim as dependents. It is crucial to know the various types of benefits you can receive after your disability has been ruled service-connected, and a veteran's disability lawyer can assist you get the money you require.

To prove service connection, you must have medical evidence that shows the current condition is a result of an injury or illness that occurred on active duty or was aggravated by it. You can also be service-connected by having a medical condition or disorder that was preexisting and was identified on the medical entrance test for the military but was later aggravated by specific circumstances while on active duty. To prove a medical decline, you need a medical opinion that shows the increase was not caused by the natural progression of the condition.

There are a variety of diseases or conditions that are presumed to be caused by in-service events such as cancers associated with Agent Orange exposure, conditions caused by the Gulf War, and PTSD. These conditions are known as presumptive and require evidence that you were on active duty for at minimum 90 days or were a prisoner of the war for a specific amount of time.

Appealing a Denied Application

If you are given a notice that your disability claim for benefits such as compensation, allowances and educational benefits, unemployed and a special monthly payment has been denied and you are disappointed, it can be a sigh of relief. It may be difficult for you to navigate the VA's bureaucracy in order to receive the disability rating you are entitled to. Our lawyers can assist you to appeal and explain the reasons your claim was denied. This could include a lack of evidence.

Our lawyers have years of experience in the VA claims process. They will guide you through every step of the process and represent you before the Board of Veterans Appeals, and the Court of Appeals for Veteran Claims.

During the review, you may require additional evidence to prove that your disability is a result of service. This can be accomplished by making a Form 20-0996 listing the issues you consider were not addressed in the original denial. This is an excellent opportunity to show that the initial decision was not correct and that you are entitled to the benefits that you have sought.

During this period we can help you with navigating the VA's complicated rules and regulations so that your claim is dealt with correctly. We can assist you in understanding the advantages of the combination of your VA benefits with Social Security.

How to File a Claim

The process of filing for benefits can be complicated and time-consuming. The VA requires a detailed list of the ailments and injuries for which a veteran seeks benefits, with evidence linking those ailments to his or the service. A lawyer on your side can mean the difference between an effective claim and one that is denied.

If you are denied by the local VA office, your attorney may file an appeal to request an additional review. Your attorney may suggest you submit additional evidence to support your appeal. This could include medical records that are not current as well as statements from friends and family members, police reports or Veterans Disability military records, or additional hospital and medical clinic records.

Your attorney can help you in completing the SF 180 form that is used to request your claims record from your local VA office. This document should contain all relevant information regarding your medical past, current health issues and what you believe are related to your service.

Congress created the VA disability benefit process to be a benefit for veterans, so there isn't a time frame for a veteran to submit a claim. However you must meet certain requirements to be eligible for compensation. These requirements include a minimum service period and a non-dishonorable discharge type.

Meeting with an attorney

Veterans face many obstacles when applying for disability benefits. In addition to their family problems and medical issues, they are required to navigate VA bureaucracy and rules. This can lead to errors in filling out forms, not submitting documents or not meeting deadlines. A veteran disability lawyer can provide guidance that help veterans avoid making these mistakes and increase their chances of success.

A veteran may also make an appeal the decision of a claim denied with the help of an attorney. Veterans have three options for reviewing a decision if they are unhappy with the decision. They can file an Supplemental claim, ask for a higher-level review or appeal to a Board. A Colorado veterans disability law firm can fight for you and examine your case to determine what went wrong with the VA's decision to deny your claim.

A veteran with a disability may be qualified for monthly monetary compensation which is based upon their disability rating. They could also be eligible for Social Security benefits. If they are employed, the employer must provide reasonable accommodations to accommodate the needs of a disabled employee. This is in line with the ADA which limits an employer's ability to ask for medical information, and prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability. A Colorado veterans disability law firm can assist a veteran seek appropriate accommodations for their condition and obtain the benefits they are entitled to.