Veterans Disability Case: The Good And Bad About Veterans Disability C…
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Veterans Disability Litigation
Ken counsels military veterans to assist them in obtaining the disability benefits they deserve. Ken also represents his clients at VA Board of Veterans Appeals Hearings.
The Department of veterans disability law firms Affairs discriminated against Black veterans for decades, generally denying their disability claims, according to a lawsuit filed last week by Yale Law School's Veterans Legal Services Clinic.
What is what is VA Disability?
The disability rating determines the amount of monthly compensation that is paid to veterans with service-connected disabilities. This rating is based upon the severity of the illness or injury and can range from 0% to 100% in increments of 10 percent (e.g., 20 percent, 30%, etc.). The amount is devoid of tax and provides a basic income to the disabled veteran and his family.
VA provides additional compensation through other programs, including individual unemployment, clothing allowances as well as prestabilization and hospitalization automobile allowances, and hospitalization allowances. These benefits are in addition to basic disability compensation.
The Social Security Administration also gives veterans a special credit they can use to increase their lifetime earnings and qualify for retirement or disability benefits. These credits are referred to as "credit for service."
Many of the conditions that can qualify an individual for disability compensation are mentioned in the Code of Federal Regulations. However, certain conditions require an expert opinion. An experienced veteran attorney can assist a client in obtaining this opinion, and provide the necessary evidence to support an claim for disability compensation.
Sullivan & Kehoe has extensive experience in representing veterans in disability claims and appeals. We are committed to helping our clients to receive the benefits they're entitled to. We have handled a variety of disability cases and we are well-versed with the intricacies of VA rules and regulations. Our firm was established in 1996 by a disabled vet who was able to successfully represent himself in an appeals hearing before the Board of Veterans Appeals Hearing, made veterans' rights the top priority in his practice.
How do I claim a benefit?
First, veterans must track down the medical evidence supporting their disability. This includes Xrays or doctor's notes, as well in any other documentation related to the veteran's condition. Making these records available to the VA is very important. If a veteran does not have these documents, the VA must be informed by the applicant (or their VSO).
The next step is a filing of an intent to file. This is a form that allows the VA to begin reviewing your claim even before you have all the medical records you require. This form also protects the date on which you will receive your compensation benefits in the event you are successful in your case.
Once all the information is in after all the information has been received, the VA will schedule an exam for you. The VA will schedule an examination based on the number of disabilities as well as the type of disability you claim. If you fail to attend this test, it could delay the process of your claim.
After the examinations have been completed Once the examinations are complete, after the examinations are completed, VA will review the evidence and send you a confirmation packet. If the VA refuses to accept your claim, you have a year from the date of the letter to request a higher-level review.
A lawyer can be of assistance at this point. VA-accredited attorneys can now get involved in the appeals process from the beginning, which is a huge benefit to those who seek disability benefits.
How do I appeal a denial?
A denial of disability benefits can be a very frustrating experience. Fortunately that the VA has an appeals process for these decisions. The first step is to make a Notice of Disagreement with the VA regional office that sent you the Rating Decision. In your Notice of Disagreement you should tell the VA the reason you don't like their decision. It is not necessary to list every reason, but you should mention all the aspects you don't agree with.
You should also request your C file, or claims file, so that you can see what evidence the VA used to reach their decision. Often times there are missing or insufficient records. This can sometimes lead to an error in the rating.
After you have submitted your NOD, the applicant will be asked to select whether you want your case reviewed by the Board of Veterans Appeals or a Decision Review officer. In general, you will be more likely to have success with a DRO review than with the BVA.
When you request a DRO review, you have the option of requesting a personal hearing before a senior rating specialist. The DRO will examine your claim "de novo" this means they will not rely on the previous decision. This usually results in an entirely new Rating Decision. Alternately, you can opt to review your claim with the BVA in Washington. This is the most time lengthy appeals procedure and typically can take between one and three years to get a new decision.
How much can an attorney charge?
Lawyers can charge a fee to assist appeal an VA decision regarding a disability claim. However, current law prohibits lawyers from charging fees for assistance when submitting a claim. This is because the fee must be contingent upon the lawyer winning your case, or getting your benefits increased through an appeal. These fees are usually paid directly from any lump-sum payment you receive from the VA.
Veterans may be able to identify accredited representatives by using the VA's searchable database of accredited attorneys or claims agents. They are vetted by the Department of Veterans Affairs and can represent veterans, service members or dependents in a vast range of matters including pension claims and disability compensation claims.
The majority of veterans' disability advocates work on a contingency. They only get paid when they are successful in defending their client's case, and they receive back pay from VA. The amount of backpay that is awarded can vary however it could be as high as 20 percent of the claimant's past due benefits.
In rare cases, an agent or attorney may decide to charge an the basis of an hourly rate. However, this is uncommon due to two reasons. First, these matters tend to be time-consuming and can drag on for months or even years. In addition, many veterans and their families are unable to afford an hourly rate.
Ken counsels military veterans to assist them in obtaining the disability benefits they deserve. Ken also represents his clients at VA Board of Veterans Appeals Hearings.
The Department of veterans disability law firms Affairs discriminated against Black veterans for decades, generally denying their disability claims, according to a lawsuit filed last week by Yale Law School's Veterans Legal Services Clinic.
What is what is VA Disability?
The disability rating determines the amount of monthly compensation that is paid to veterans with service-connected disabilities. This rating is based upon the severity of the illness or injury and can range from 0% to 100% in increments of 10 percent (e.g., 20 percent, 30%, etc.). The amount is devoid of tax and provides a basic income to the disabled veteran and his family.
VA provides additional compensation through other programs, including individual unemployment, clothing allowances as well as prestabilization and hospitalization automobile allowances, and hospitalization allowances. These benefits are in addition to basic disability compensation.
The Social Security Administration also gives veterans a special credit they can use to increase their lifetime earnings and qualify for retirement or disability benefits. These credits are referred to as "credit for service."
Many of the conditions that can qualify an individual for disability compensation are mentioned in the Code of Federal Regulations. However, certain conditions require an expert opinion. An experienced veteran attorney can assist a client in obtaining this opinion, and provide the necessary evidence to support an claim for disability compensation.
Sullivan & Kehoe has extensive experience in representing veterans in disability claims and appeals. We are committed to helping our clients to receive the benefits they're entitled to. We have handled a variety of disability cases and we are well-versed with the intricacies of VA rules and regulations. Our firm was established in 1996 by a disabled vet who was able to successfully represent himself in an appeals hearing before the Board of Veterans Appeals Hearing, made veterans' rights the top priority in his practice.
How do I claim a benefit?
First, veterans must track down the medical evidence supporting their disability. This includes Xrays or doctor's notes, as well in any other documentation related to the veteran's condition. Making these records available to the VA is very important. If a veteran does not have these documents, the VA must be informed by the applicant (or their VSO).
The next step is a filing of an intent to file. This is a form that allows the VA to begin reviewing your claim even before you have all the medical records you require. This form also protects the date on which you will receive your compensation benefits in the event you are successful in your case.
Once all the information is in after all the information has been received, the VA will schedule an exam for you. The VA will schedule an examination based on the number of disabilities as well as the type of disability you claim. If you fail to attend this test, it could delay the process of your claim.
After the examinations have been completed Once the examinations are complete, after the examinations are completed, VA will review the evidence and send you a confirmation packet. If the VA refuses to accept your claim, you have a year from the date of the letter to request a higher-level review.
A lawyer can be of assistance at this point. VA-accredited attorneys can now get involved in the appeals process from the beginning, which is a huge benefit to those who seek disability benefits.
How do I appeal a denial?
A denial of disability benefits can be a very frustrating experience. Fortunately that the VA has an appeals process for these decisions. The first step is to make a Notice of Disagreement with the VA regional office that sent you the Rating Decision. In your Notice of Disagreement you should tell the VA the reason you don't like their decision. It is not necessary to list every reason, but you should mention all the aspects you don't agree with.
You should also request your C file, or claims file, so that you can see what evidence the VA used to reach their decision. Often times there are missing or insufficient records. This can sometimes lead to an error in the rating.
After you have submitted your NOD, the applicant will be asked to select whether you want your case reviewed by the Board of Veterans Appeals or a Decision Review officer. In general, you will be more likely to have success with a DRO review than with the BVA.
When you request a DRO review, you have the option of requesting a personal hearing before a senior rating specialist. The DRO will examine your claim "de novo" this means they will not rely on the previous decision. This usually results in an entirely new Rating Decision. Alternately, you can opt to review your claim with the BVA in Washington. This is the most time lengthy appeals procedure and typically can take between one and three years to get a new decision.
How much can an attorney charge?
Lawyers can charge a fee to assist appeal an VA decision regarding a disability claim. However, current law prohibits lawyers from charging fees for assistance when submitting a claim. This is because the fee must be contingent upon the lawyer winning your case, or getting your benefits increased through an appeal. These fees are usually paid directly from any lump-sum payment you receive from the VA.
Veterans may be able to identify accredited representatives by using the VA's searchable database of accredited attorneys or claims agents. They are vetted by the Department of Veterans Affairs and can represent veterans, service members or dependents in a vast range of matters including pension claims and disability compensation claims.
The majority of veterans' disability advocates work on a contingency. They only get paid when they are successful in defending their client's case, and they receive back pay from VA. The amount of backpay that is awarded can vary however it could be as high as 20 percent of the claimant's past due benefits.
In rare cases, an agent or attorney may decide to charge an the basis of an hourly rate. However, this is uncommon due to two reasons. First, these matters tend to be time-consuming and can drag on for months or even years. In addition, many veterans and their families are unable to afford an hourly rate.
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