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Veterans Disability Litigation
Lawyers can assist veterans file a first disability claim or challenge an VA decision on the claim. However, current law prevents lawyers from charging for assistance with the initial claim.
Monk claims that the VA refused to grant him benefits in the context of PTSD and an unfavorable discharge. The VA has a lengthy appeals process to making amends to any decision that is not favorable.
What is a VA Disability Claim (VAD)?
A VA disability claim is a form of application for tax-free monthly benefits. Compensation is a cash benefit that can be used to pay for medical care or housing assistance. Dependency and Indemnity Compensation offers the parents, spouses and children of service members who have passed away on active duty or because of disability related to service.
The most simple condition to be diagnosed with is Tinnitus (ringing in the ear). This is a sign that manifests when you hear a ringing in your ears, a hissing sound, buzzing sounds, or other sounds that you cannot hear them.
Sciatica is another of the easier conditions to qualify for. It can occur when an injured disk or bone spur compresses the sciatic nerve, which runs from your lower back, through your buttocks and hips as well as down each leg. Numbness and pain are felt in the buttocks and lawyers lower legs as well as the feet, and can be very severe.
The third most straightforward condition to be diagnosed with is Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). You may experience recurring nightmares or extreme anxiety depression, or a recurring thought about an event that occurred during your military service. You can earn the PTSD rating that you deserve by making a convincing claim and citing a stressful incident that took place during your time of service. A traumatic head injury is the fourth condition that is easy to prove and is typically associated with an PTSD diagnosis.
How do I submit a claim for VA Disability?
In order to file a claim, you'll need to go through certain steps. You must first submit medical evidence, like medical opinion from a physician and lab results as well as X-rays, to prove that your condition falls within VA's definition of disability. It is often beneficial to have your lawyer gather the medical evidence and submit it in your initial filing to ensure that it is more easily processed by the VA.
The next step is to take an Compensation and Pension (C&P) examination. A federal VA rater will administer this exam. They will look at your physical and mental health to determine whether you are eligible for disability benefits. You must have all the necessary documentation to increase your chances of obtaining benefits.
You will receive a letter of determination after the C&P examiner has reviewed your medical evidence and completes the exam. This will contain an introduction, a decision of your disability rating and specific amount, a listing of the medical evidence they considered and a description of the reasons why they decided against you in making their decision.
If your claim is rejected or you are awarded a rating that doesn't provide you with all the symptoms that you suffer from, our firm can assist you in appealing the decision. We can assess the reason your claim was denied and then prepare a thorough and strategic appeal that will resolve the matter in your favor.
What can I do to challenge a VA Decision?
VA has three paths to consider when a claimant is not happy with a decision. The first is a Higher-Level Review where a senior reviewer will examine the same evidence over again and decide if the original decision is due to a difference of opinion or an error that was made. This option is available to those who don't have new evidence to provide. The process can be completed in one hundred and fifty days.
The other alternative is to make an Supplemental Claim. It is an appeal in which veterans can add new evidence, but it must be new and relevant. It may also contain non-medical evidence, such as lay statements. These are sworn statements by those who know how your disability affects you. This type of appeal should be made within a year following the decision.
Thirdly, you can file a formal complaint with the Board of Veterans Appeals. This is done by filing an VA Form 21-0958 or a Notice Of Disagreement. Once the appeal is filed the regional office will draft a Statement of Case or SOC which will identify what laws and regulations were used to make the decision, as well as a list of evidence examined and a description of the reasons for the decision as either favorable, unfavorable or indeterminate.
The last option is to appeal to a federal court in the event that the decision of the BVA is confirmed. This is the most difficult and expensive path, but it may be the only option to obtain a fair decision for your client.
What is the cost a lawyer will Charge for Appeals?
A veteran disability lawyer can assist to clarify the appeals procedure. He or she can quickly determine what was missing from your initial claim in order to qualify it for review. He or she will assist you in choosing the most effective method to appeal a decision. The job involves analyzing the reasons behind denial, assisting you in preparing medical evidence to back your case, and presenting the evidence in a proper way.
If a court requires a disabled veteran to pay alimony or child support, that veteran cannot ignore the order and continue to receive VA compensation benefits. It is a widely accepted law and carries a penalty for violating the court order.
A recent settlement of a class action lawsuit could be a major victory for veterans suffering from PTSD. Medical News Today reports the settlement will enable thousands of veterans disability lawsuits who had previously been not eligible for disability benefits to receive lifetime benefits.
Jim is a 58-year veteran who suffered a stroke which left him permanently disabled. He receives a pension from the VA but also receives SSI and Medicaid payments. Jim is interested in knowing the impact of his $100,000 settlement on his affect his eligibility for these benefits. Jim knows he has to show that he is in need of the monthly Pension payment, but he is wondering what he can do to minimize the impact on other income sources.
Lawyers can assist veterans file a first disability claim or challenge an VA decision on the claim. However, current law prevents lawyers from charging for assistance with the initial claim.
Monk claims that the VA refused to grant him benefits in the context of PTSD and an unfavorable discharge. The VA has a lengthy appeals process to making amends to any decision that is not favorable.
What is a VA Disability Claim (VAD)?
A VA disability claim is a form of application for tax-free monthly benefits. Compensation is a cash benefit that can be used to pay for medical care or housing assistance. Dependency and Indemnity Compensation offers the parents, spouses and children of service members who have passed away on active duty or because of disability related to service.
The most simple condition to be diagnosed with is Tinnitus (ringing in the ear). This is a sign that manifests when you hear a ringing in your ears, a hissing sound, buzzing sounds, or other sounds that you cannot hear them.
Sciatica is another of the easier conditions to qualify for. It can occur when an injured disk or bone spur compresses the sciatic nerve, which runs from your lower back, through your buttocks and hips as well as down each leg. Numbness and pain are felt in the buttocks and lawyers lower legs as well as the feet, and can be very severe.
The third most straightforward condition to be diagnosed with is Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). You may experience recurring nightmares or extreme anxiety depression, or a recurring thought about an event that occurred during your military service. You can earn the PTSD rating that you deserve by making a convincing claim and citing a stressful incident that took place during your time of service. A traumatic head injury is the fourth condition that is easy to prove and is typically associated with an PTSD diagnosis.
How do I submit a claim for VA Disability?
In order to file a claim, you'll need to go through certain steps. You must first submit medical evidence, like medical opinion from a physician and lab results as well as X-rays, to prove that your condition falls within VA's definition of disability. It is often beneficial to have your lawyer gather the medical evidence and submit it in your initial filing to ensure that it is more easily processed by the VA.
The next step is to take an Compensation and Pension (C&P) examination. A federal VA rater will administer this exam. They will look at your physical and mental health to determine whether you are eligible for disability benefits. You must have all the necessary documentation to increase your chances of obtaining benefits.
You will receive a letter of determination after the C&P examiner has reviewed your medical evidence and completes the exam. This will contain an introduction, a decision of your disability rating and specific amount, a listing of the medical evidence they considered and a description of the reasons why they decided against you in making their decision.
If your claim is rejected or you are awarded a rating that doesn't provide you with all the symptoms that you suffer from, our firm can assist you in appealing the decision. We can assess the reason your claim was denied and then prepare a thorough and strategic appeal that will resolve the matter in your favor.
What can I do to challenge a VA Decision?
VA has three paths to consider when a claimant is not happy with a decision. The first is a Higher-Level Review where a senior reviewer will examine the same evidence over again and decide if the original decision is due to a difference of opinion or an error that was made. This option is available to those who don't have new evidence to provide. The process can be completed in one hundred and fifty days.
The other alternative is to make an Supplemental Claim. It is an appeal in which veterans can add new evidence, but it must be new and relevant. It may also contain non-medical evidence, such as lay statements. These are sworn statements by those who know how your disability affects you. This type of appeal should be made within a year following the decision.
Thirdly, you can file a formal complaint with the Board of Veterans Appeals. This is done by filing an VA Form 21-0958 or a Notice Of Disagreement. Once the appeal is filed the regional office will draft a Statement of Case or SOC which will identify what laws and regulations were used to make the decision, as well as a list of evidence examined and a description of the reasons for the decision as either favorable, unfavorable or indeterminate.
The last option is to appeal to a federal court in the event that the decision of the BVA is confirmed. This is the most difficult and expensive path, but it may be the only option to obtain a fair decision for your client.
What is the cost a lawyer will Charge for Appeals?
A veteran disability lawyer can assist to clarify the appeals procedure. He or she can quickly determine what was missing from your initial claim in order to qualify it for review. He or she will assist you in choosing the most effective method to appeal a decision. The job involves analyzing the reasons behind denial, assisting you in preparing medical evidence to back your case, and presenting the evidence in a proper way.
If a court requires a disabled veteran to pay alimony or child support, that veteran cannot ignore the order and continue to receive VA compensation benefits. It is a widely accepted law and carries a penalty for violating the court order.
A recent settlement of a class action lawsuit could be a major victory for veterans suffering from PTSD. Medical News Today reports the settlement will enable thousands of veterans disability lawsuits who had previously been not eligible for disability benefits to receive lifetime benefits.
Jim is a 58-year veteran who suffered a stroke which left him permanently disabled. He receives a pension from the VA but also receives SSI and Medicaid payments. Jim is interested in knowing the impact of his $100,000 settlement on his affect his eligibility for these benefits. Jim knows he has to show that he is in need of the monthly Pension payment, but he is wondering what he can do to minimize the impact on other income sources.
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