The 10 Scariest Things About Veterans Disability Claim

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Veterans Disability Litigation

A lawyer can assist a veteran to start a claim for disability, or challenge the validity of a VA decision. Currently, lawyers are not permitted to charge for initial claims.

Monk claims that the VA denied benefits due to PTSD and a discharge that was not favorable. The VA has an extensive appeals process to correct any erroneous determinations.

What is what is a VA Disability Claim (VAD)?

A VA disability claim is an application for monthly benefits that are tax-free. Compensation is a cash benefit to cover things like housing assistance and medical care. Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) provides financial assistance to parents, spouses and children of Service members who died while on active duty, or from service-related disabilities.

The most common condition to prove is Tinnitus (ringing in the ear). The symptom is when you hear hissing, ringing, buzzing, or other sounds coming from one or both ears and is only heard by you, and not to other people who have it.

Sciatica is one of the more common conditions to be able to treat. It happens when a herniated disk or bone spur causes compression of the sciatic nerve which runs from your lower back through your hips and buttocks and down each leg. Numbness and pain are felt in the buttocks and lower legs as well as the feet, and can be very severe.

Post Traumatic Stress (PTSD) is the third most common condition that you can be able to qualify for. There are times when you experience frequent nightmares, extreme anxiety or depression, or uncontrollable thoughts about an incident that happened during your military service. A convincing argument in support of the claim using the source of the stressor during service can help you receive the PTSD rating you are entitled to. A head injury that is traumatic is the fourth condition that is easy to get a rating for, and it usually comes with a PTSD diagnosis.

How Do I File a claim for VA Disability?

In order to file a claim, you must follow a few steps. You must first present medical evidence, such as medical opinion from a physician and lab results, or the X-rays that prove your condition is in line with VA's definition of disability. It is usually beneficial to have a lawyer gather this medical evidence and submit it with your initial application so that the VA can review it more easily.

You then need to go through an exam called Compensation and Pensions (C&P). This will be performed by a federal VA rater who will assess your physical and mental health to decide whether or not you are eligible for disability benefits. You should have all the necessary documentation to increase your chances of receiving benefits.

After the C&P examiner has looked over your medical evidence and completed the examination you will be issued a decision letter. This letter will include an introduction, a determination of your impairment and the amount as well as a list and an explanation of the medical evidence that was reviewed as well as any reasons for their decision.

If your claim is denied or you are awarded a rating that doesn't pay for all the conditions you suffer from, our firm will assist you in appealing the decision. We can assist you in appealing the denial of your claim by preparing a thorough appeal.

How do I challenge a VA decision?

VA has three paths to consider when a claimant disagrees with the decision. First, a Senior Reviewer will look over the same evidence and determine whether the initial decision could be altered due to a difference of opinion or an omission. This is an excellent option for a claimant that does not have new evidence to submit and can be completed within 120 days.

The other alternative is to submit an Supplemental Claim. It is an appeal in which veterans can add new evidence, but it has to be relevant and new. It can also be accompanied by non-medical evidence like lay statements (sworn statements of people who understand how your condition affects you). This type of appeal must be filed within a year after a decision.

Thirdly, you can make a formal complaint to the Board of Veterans Appeals. This is done by filing an VA Form 21-0958 or a Notice Of Disagreement. Once the appeal has been filed the regional office will prepare an Statement of the Case or SOC which will identify the laws and regulations utilized in determining the decision, as well as a list of the evidence examined and a description of the reasons behind the decision as either favorable, unfavorable or indeterminate.

The last option is to appeal to a federal court in the event that the decision from the BVA is upheld. This is the most difficult option and can be expensive but it could be the only way to ensure an appropriate outcome for your client.

What is the cost a lawyer will Charge for Appeals?

A good veteran disability attorney will help you understand the appeals process. They'll quickly determine what is missing from your claim, making it eligible to be reviewed and help you decide on the best method to appeal a ruling. The job entails analyzing the reasons behind the denial, helping you to develop medical evidence to back your case, and presenting the evidence in a way that is appropriate.

If a court orders that disabled veterans disability lawyer pay alimony or child maintenance, the veteran cannot ignore the order and continue receive VA compensation benefits. This is a well-known law and there are penalties for violating the court order.

A recent settlement of a class action lawsuit could be a major win for veterans with PTSD. Medical News Today reports that the settlement will provide lifetime benefits for a number of veterans previously denied disability benefits.

Jim is a 58 year old veteran who suffered an injury to the brain that left him permanently disabled. He has a Pension benefit from the VA but also receives SSI and Medicaid payments. Jim would like to know what the expected $100,000 settlement will affect his eligibility to receive these benefits. Jim recognizes that he must prove that he has the financial need to continue receiving the monthly pension payment, but he is wondering what can be done to reduce the impact on other sources of income.

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