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Veterans Disability Law

Veterans disability law is a broad area. We assist you in obtaining the benefits to which you are entitled.

The VA claim process was developed to be easy to use by Congress. We make sure that your application is well-prepared and we track the progress of your case.

USERRA obliges employers to offer reasonable accommodations to employees who have disabilities that have been incurred or aggravated by military service. Title I of ADA prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in the hiring process, promotions and pay and also in training, as well as other employment terms, conditions, and rights.

Appeals

Many veterans are denied benefits or receive a low disability rating when they should receive a higher rating. A qualified veteran benefits attorney can assist you in filing an appeal with the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims. The process can be complicated, with many rules and regulations to follow, and laws are constantly changing. A skilled lawyer can guide you through the process, help determine the right evidence to be included in your appeal and help you build a strong argument for your claim.

The VA appeals procedure begins with a Notification of Disagreement. It is important to be clear in your NOD of the reasons you are dissatisfied with the decision. You don't have to list every reason that you disagree with, but only those that are pertinent.

Your NOD can be filed within one year of the date of the adverse decision you're appealing. If you require longer time to prepare your NOD, a request for an extension could be granted.

Once the NOD has been filed after which you will be assigned a date for your hearing. Your attorney should be present to the hearing. The judge will look over the evidence and make a final determination. An experienced attorney will ensure that all evidence is presented at the hearing. Included in this are service medical records, private health records and C&P tests.

Disability Benefits

Veterans who suffer from a physical or mental condition which is disabling and was caused by or worsened as a result of their military service could be eligible for disability benefits. These veterans may receive monthly monetary compensation based on their disability rating, which is a percentage that shows the severity of their condition.

Our New York disability lawyers work to ensure that veterans receive all benefits they're entitled to. We assist veterans to file claims, obtain required medical records and other documentation, fill out necessary forms and keep track of the progress of their VA claim on their behalf.

We also can assist with appeals of any VA decisions, including denials of benefits, disagreements over the percentage evaluation or disagreements about the date of effective of rating. If a case will be subject to an appeals hearing, our company will ensure that the initial Statement of the Case (SOC) is properly prepared and that further SOCs are filled out with all of the required information needed to support every argument in an appeal.

Our lawyers can assist veterans suffering from disabilities resulting from their service to apply for vocational rehabilitation services. This program is designed to provide education, training and job-related skills to help veterans prepare for civilian employment or to begin a new career when their disabilities preclude their ability to find work that is meaningful. It is also possible for disabled veterans to receive both disability benefits from the VA and Supplemental Security Income from the Social Security Administration.

Accommodations for Employers

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination against veterans who have disabilities, including those incurred in or aggravated by military service. The ADA also requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to help veterans with disabilities do their job. This could include changes in the work environment or job duties.

Ticket to Work, a program of the Department of Labor, may be of interest to disabled veterans interested in finding work. This is a nation-wide program for job placement and training that assists veterans with disabilities to jobs and businesses.

Veterans with disabilities who have been removed from the military may follow one of five tracks to gain employment under the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). This includes reemployment with the same employer; rapid access to employment, self-employment and employment through long-term services.

Employers can inquire if they require any modifications to participate in the hiring process, such as longer time to complete a test or permission to give verbal instead of written answers. The ADA does not permit employers to ask about disabilities unless they are evident.

Employers who are concerned about discrimination against disabled veterans might be interested in conducting training sessions for their entire employees to increase awareness and understanding of issues faced by veterans. They may also contact Job Accommodation Network for free consultations and assistance with technical issues related to the ADA, and other disability laws.

Reasonable Accommodations

Many veterans with service-related disabilities find it difficult to find work. To help them, the Department of Labor funds EARN an online resource that provides information and referrals to jobs. The Office of Disability Employment Policy offers this free telephone and electronic system that connects employers with disabled veterans disability law firms looking for jobs.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination based on the basis of a disability in hiring promotions or benefits, as well as other terms and conditions of employment. It also limits the medical information employers can request and prevents disability-based harassment and retaliation. The ADA defines disability as a condition that significantly restricts one or more major life activities, such as hearing, sight breathing, walking, sitting, standing, learning, and working. The ADA excludes certain conditions that are common among veterans, like the post-traumatic disorder, or tinnitus. (PTSD).

If a disabled veteran requires an accommodation in order to complete work, an employer must provide it, unless it causes undue hardship on the contractor's business. This can include altering the equipment, supplying training, and transferring responsibility to other positions or locations and acquiring adaptive hardware or software. For instance, if an employee is blind or visually impaired, an employer must acquire adaptive software and hardware for computers as well as electronic visual aids, talking calculators, and Braille devices. Employers must furnish furniture with higher or lower surfaces or purchase keyboards and mice that have been adapted for people who have limited physical strength.

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