Veterans Disability Legal Help

A New York veterans disability lawyer can assist you in navigating the bureaucracy that is the VA. A New York veterans disability lawyer can help you obtain private medical records and other evidence required to win your case.

The amount you will receive will be contingent on your disability rating. This will depend on the severity of your condition and whether or not it hinders you from working and carry out normal activities.

Service Connection

If you can prove your disability is related to your military service, you may be entitled a monthly monetary compensation. The amount of compensation you get is determined by a variety of aspects, including your disability rating and how many dependents you have claimed. It is important to understand the different types of benefits you can get when your disability is deemed to be a result of service. A veteran's lawyer can assist you in obtaining the money you need.

You must provide medical proof to prove that your current situation is a result of an injury, illness, or other health issue that occurred during active duty or that was aggravated because of. It is also possible to be service-connected by having a medical condition or disorder that was previously present and found in the medical exam required for military service however, it was later aggravated by certain incidents while on active duty. To prove a medical aggravation, it is necessary to have a medically-specific opinion that confirms that the rise is not due to the natural progression of the underlying condition.

Many illnesses or conditions are presumed to be the result of events that took place during the military service, including cancers related to Agent Orange exposure, Gulf War conditions, and PTSD. These are known as presumptive diseases and require proof that you served at least 90 consecutive days in active duty or were in prison for the prescribed amount of time.

Appealing a denied application

It can be extremely frustrating when you receive a notice that your claim for disability benefits, such as compensation, allowances, education benefits, unemployment and a special monthly compensation has been rejected. It can be difficult for you to navigate the VA's bureaucracy order to get the disability rating that you merit. Our lawyers can help you make an appeal and discuss the reasons for why your claim was denied. This includes the lack of evidence.

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

During the review process, you may be required to provide additional and relevant proof to prove that your disability is related to service. This can be accomplished by making a Form 20-0996 listing the issues you believe were not addressed in the initial denial. This is a great opportunity to prove that the initial decision was not correct and that you're entitled the benefits you've asked for.

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

How to File a Claim

The process of filing a claim is often complex and time-consuming. The VA requires a detailed list of the ailments and injuries for which a veteran seeks benefits, with evidence that links the ailments to the service. A good attorney can make all the difference in whether a claim is approved or denied.

If you are denied by the local VA office, your attorney can appeal the decision and request a higher-level review. Your attorney may suggest that you submit additional evidence to back up your argument. This could include medical records or statements from relatives and friends, reports from law enforcement agencies, military records, as well as hospital or medical clinic records.

Your lawyer can help you complete the SF180 application to request a claim record from your local VA. The form should contain all pertinent information about your medical history, current symptoms, and the reason why you believe they are related to your service.

Congress created the VA disability benefits process to be veteran accommodating, meaning there is no time limit for when a vet can bring an application for disability. You must, however, meet certain criteria to receive compensation. This includes a minimum period of service and an discharge that is not dishonorable.

Meeting with an Attorney

Veterans face many obstacles when they apply for disability benefits. In addition to their medical problems and family issues, they have to navigate VA rules and bureaucracy. This can lead to errors when completing forms, submitting evidence or missing deadlines. A veteran disability lawyer can offer advice that help veterans avoid making these mistakes and increase their chances of success.

A veteran may also make an appeal an appeal that has been denied with the help of an attorney. Veterans have three options for re-evaluating the decision if not happy with the outcome. 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 denial.

A veteran with a disability may be eligible for monetary compensation per month which is based on their disability rating. They could also be eligible for Social Security benefits. If they are employed, their employer must offer reasonable accommodations if requested by the employee in order to accommodate disabilities. This is in accordance to the ADA which limits the ability employers to request for medical records, and prohibits discrimination due to disability. A Colorado veterans disability firm can help veterans in obtaining benefits and accommodations they require.