7 Things You've Never Learned About Veterans Disability Case
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Veterans Disability Litigation
Ken helps veterans obtain the disability benefits they are entitled to. He also represents clients at VA Board of Veterans Appeals hearings.
The Department of Veterans Affairs discriminated against Black veterans for years by generally denying their disability claims in an action filed this week by Yale Law School's Veterans Legal Services Clinic.
What is an VA disability?
The disability rating determines the amount of monthly compensation paid to veterans with service-connected disabilities. The rating is based on the severity of the injury or illness and may range between 0% and 100% in increments of 10 percent (e.g. 20% 30%, 20 percent, etc.). The compensation is tax-free and provides a basic income for disabled veterans and their family.
The VA also offers other programs that offer additional compensation like the individual unemployed, the automobile allowance, clothing allowance and prestabilization and hospitalization benefits. These benefits are in addition to the basic disability compensation.
In addition to these benefit programs in addition, the Social Security Administration gives military veterans special credits to boost their disability or retirement benefits. These credits are referred to as "credit for service."
Code of Federal Regulations lists a variety of conditions that qualify a veteran to receive disability compensation. However, certain conditions require an expert's advice. A veteran lawyer with experience can assist a client in obtaining this opinion, and supply the evidence needed to support an claim for disability compensation.
Sullivan & Kehoe is experienced in representing veterans with disabilities claims and appeals. We are committed to helping our clients get the disability benefits they deserve. We have handled thousands of disability cases and are familiar with the intricacies of VA laws and procedures. Our firm was started by a disabled vet who made fighting for veterans' rights a major part of his practice after successfully representing himself at a Board of Veterans Appeals hearing.
How do I submit a claim?
First, veterans need to track down the medical evidence supporting their impairment. This includes X-rays and doctor's reports, as as any other documentation related to the veteran's condition. Giving these records to VA is vital. If a veteran does not have these documents, they must be given to the VA by the claimant or their VSO (veteran service organization).
The next step is to fill out an intent to file. This form permits the VA to review your claim, even before you have all the medical records you need. This form also ensures the date you can start receiving your compensation benefits in case you are successful in your case.
The VA will schedule your exam after all the required information is received. It will depend on the number and type of disability you claim. Make sure that you take this test, because should you miss it, it could delay your claim.
The VA will send you a decision package after the tests have been completed. If the VA refuses to accept your claim, you have a year from the date of the letter to request a higher-level review.
At this point, a lawyer can assist you. VA-accredited attorneys can now get involved in the appeals process right from the beginning, which is a hugely beneficial to those who seek disability benefits.
How do I appeal a denial?
A denial of disability benefits can be a very frustrating experience. The VA provides an appeals procedure to appeal these decisions. The first step is to send the Notice of Disagreement to the VA regional office which sent you the Rating decision. In your Notice of Disagreement, you should explain to the VA why you disagreed with their decision. You don't need to list every reason, but you should state all the issues that you don't agree with.
It's also important to request your C-file (claims file) so that you can view the evidence the VA used in making their decision. There are usually incomplete or missing records. This can result in a mistake in the rating.
When you file your NOD, you will be asked to decide if you would like your case to be reviewed by the Board of Veterans Appeals or a Decision Review officer. In general, you'll have a better chance of success when the DRO reviews your case, compared to when it's reviewed by the BVA.
You can request a personal hearing with a senior rating expert via an DRO review. The DRO will review your claim "de novo", meaning that they will not be influenced by the previous decision. This usually results in the issue of a new Rating Decision. You can also choose to request that the BVA in Washington review your claim. This is the longest consuming appeals path and typically takes between one and three years to receive an updated decision.
How much can an attorney charge?
Lawyers can charge a fee for helping you appeal the VA decision on an appeal for disability. However, attorneys current law prohibits lawyers from charging for assistance when submitting a claim. This is due to the fact that the fee is contingent on the lawyer winning your case, or having your benefits increased through an appeal. Typically, these fees will be paid out of any lump-sum payment you receive from the VA.
Veterans can find accredited representatives through the VA's searchable database for accredited attorneys or claims agents. These people have been accredited by the Department of Veterans Affairs to represent veterans, service members, dependents, or survivors in a variety of matters including disability compensation and pension claims.
The majority of veterans' disability advocates work on a contingency. They only get paid when they prevail in their client's appeal and they receive back pay from VA. The amount of back pay awarded varies, but can be as much as 20 percent of the claimant's total past-due benefits.
In rare cases attorneys or agents may decide to charge on an the hourly basis. This is uncommon due to two reasons. First, these cases are often time consuming and can drag on for months or even years. Second, many veterans and attorneys their families don't afford to pay an hourly rate.
Ken helps veterans obtain the disability benefits they are entitled to. He also represents clients at VA Board of Veterans Appeals hearings.
The Department of Veterans Affairs discriminated against Black veterans for years by generally denying their disability claims in an action filed this week by Yale Law School's Veterans Legal Services Clinic.
What is an VA disability?
The disability rating determines the amount of monthly compensation paid to veterans with service-connected disabilities. The rating is based on the severity of the injury or illness and may range between 0% and 100% in increments of 10 percent (e.g. 20% 30%, 20 percent, etc.). The compensation is tax-free and provides a basic income for disabled veterans and their family.
The VA also offers other programs that offer additional compensation like the individual unemployed, the automobile allowance, clothing allowance and prestabilization and hospitalization benefits. These benefits are in addition to the basic disability compensation.
In addition to these benefit programs in addition, the Social Security Administration gives military veterans special credits to boost their disability or retirement benefits. These credits are referred to as "credit for service."
Code of Federal Regulations lists a variety of conditions that qualify a veteran to receive disability compensation. However, certain conditions require an expert's advice. A veteran lawyer with experience can assist a client in obtaining this opinion, and supply the evidence needed to support an claim for disability compensation.
Sullivan & Kehoe is experienced in representing veterans with disabilities claims and appeals. We are committed to helping our clients get the disability benefits they deserve. We have handled thousands of disability cases and are familiar with the intricacies of VA laws and procedures. Our firm was started by a disabled vet who made fighting for veterans' rights a major part of his practice after successfully representing himself at a Board of Veterans Appeals hearing.
How do I submit a claim?
First, veterans need to track down the medical evidence supporting their impairment. This includes X-rays and doctor's reports, as as any other documentation related to the veteran's condition. Giving these records to VA is vital. If a veteran does not have these documents, they must be given to the VA by the claimant or their VSO (veteran service organization).
The next step is to fill out an intent to file. This form permits the VA to review your claim, even before you have all the medical records you need. This form also ensures the date you can start receiving your compensation benefits in case you are successful in your case.
The VA will schedule your exam after all the required information is received. It will depend on the number and type of disability you claim. Make sure that you take this test, because should you miss it, it could delay your claim.
The VA will send you a decision package after the tests have been completed. If the VA refuses to accept your claim, you have a year from the date of the letter to request a higher-level review.
At this point, a lawyer can assist you. VA-accredited attorneys can now get involved in the appeals process right from the beginning, which is a hugely beneficial to those who seek disability benefits.
How do I appeal a denial?
A denial of disability benefits can be a very frustrating experience. The VA provides an appeals procedure to appeal these decisions. The first step is to send the Notice of Disagreement to the VA regional office which sent you the Rating decision. In your Notice of Disagreement, you should explain to the VA why you disagreed with their decision. You don't need to list every reason, but you should state all the issues that you don't agree with.
It's also important to request your C-file (claims file) so that you can view the evidence the VA used in making their decision. There are usually incomplete or missing records. This can result in a mistake in the rating.
When you file your NOD, you will be asked to decide if you would like your case to be reviewed by the Board of Veterans Appeals or a Decision Review officer. In general, you'll have a better chance of success when the DRO reviews your case, compared to when it's reviewed by the BVA.
You can request a personal hearing with a senior rating expert via an DRO review. The DRO will review your claim "de novo", meaning that they will not be influenced by the previous decision. This usually results in the issue of a new Rating Decision. You can also choose to request that the BVA in Washington review your claim. This is the longest consuming appeals path and typically takes between one and three years to receive an updated decision.
How much can an attorney charge?
Lawyers can charge a fee for helping you appeal the VA decision on an appeal for disability. However, attorneys current law prohibits lawyers from charging for assistance when submitting a claim. This is due to the fact that the fee is contingent on the lawyer winning your case, or having your benefits increased through an appeal. Typically, these fees will be paid out of any lump-sum payment you receive from the VA.
Veterans can find accredited representatives through the VA's searchable database for accredited attorneys or claims agents. These people have been accredited by the Department of Veterans Affairs to represent veterans, service members, dependents, or survivors in a variety of matters including disability compensation and pension claims.
The majority of veterans' disability advocates work on a contingency. They only get paid when they prevail in their client's appeal and they receive back pay from VA. The amount of back pay awarded varies, but can be as much as 20 percent of the claimant's total past-due benefits.
In rare cases attorneys or agents may decide to charge on an the hourly basis. This is uncommon due to two reasons. First, these cases are often time consuming and can drag on for months or even years. Second, many veterans and attorneys their families don't afford to pay an hourly rate.
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