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Veterans Disability Law

Veterans disability law covers a wide variety of issues. We work to help you get the benefits to which you are entitled.

Congress designed the VA claim procedure to be supportive of veterans. We will ensure that your claim is properly prepared and we track your case through the process.

USERRA requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities that are incurred or aggravated through military service. Title I of the ADA prohibits discrimination against disabled people in hiring, promotions and pay, as well as training, as well as other terms, conditions of employment and rights.

Appeals

Many veterans are denied disability benefits or are given a low rating that isn't adequate. An experienced veteran benefits attorney can assist you in filing an appeal with the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims. The process is complex, with specific rules and procedures to be adhered to, and the law is constantly changing. A knowledgeable lawyer can help you navigate the process, assist you to determine the right evidence to be submitted with your appeal, and create a compelling case for your claim.

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

You are able to file your NOD within one year of the date you appealed the unfavorable ruling. You could be granted an extension if you require additional time to prepare your NOD.

After the NOD has been filed after which you will be given a date for your hearing. You must bring your attorney to the hearing. The judge will review your evidence prior to making a final decision. An experienced attorney will ensure that all the evidence needed is presented at your hearing. This includes any service records, private medical records and C&P tests.

Disability Benefits

Veterans suffering from a physical or mental illness that is limiting and was triggered or worsened due to their military service, could be qualified for disability benefits. They may be eligible for monthly monetary payments based on the degree of their disability.

Our New York disability attorneys work to ensure that veterans receive all the benefits to which they are entitled. We assist veterans to file an application and obtain the medical records they require along with other documents, fill out required forms, and keep track of the VA’s progress.

We also can assist with appeals of VA decisions, including denials of benefits, disagreements over a percentage evaluation or disputes over the effective date of rating. Our firm will ensure that the initial Statement of the Case is properly prepared and any additional SOCs that contain all the relevant information are filed if an appeals court is involved. an appeals court.

Our lawyers can also assist veterans with disabilities that are connected to service apply for vocational rehabilitation services. This program provides education, training, and job skills for veterans to prepare them for civilian employment or learn to adapt to a new job when their disabilities keep them from finding meaningful work. Veterans with disabilities might also be eligible for both VA disability benefits and Social Security Administration Supplemental Security income.

Accommodations for Employers

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination against veterans with disabilities, including those who have suffered from disabilities incurred in or aggravated by military service. The ADA also requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to help veterans with disabilities do their jobs. This includes modifications in job duties or workplace adjustments.

Disabled veterans interested in employment may want to inquire with the Department of Labor's Ticket to Work program. This is a nation-wide program for job placement and training that helps connect veterans with disabilities to jobs and businesses.

Veterans with disabilities who are separating from the military can follow one of five pathways to find employment under the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). The five options are reemployment at the same company, fast access to employment, self-employment, and work through long-term services.

Employers may ask applicants if they require any modifications for the selection process. For instance if they require more time to take the test or if it is okay to speak instead of write their answers. However, the ADA does not allow an employer to inquire about the disability status of a candidate unless it is evident.

Employers that are concerned about discrimination against disabled veterans should think about organizing training sessions for all employees to increase awareness and increase understanding of veteran-related issues. In addition they can seek out the Job Accommodation Network, a free service for consultation that provides individual workplace accommodations as well as technical assistance with the ADA and other laws related to disability.

Reasonable Accommodations

Many veterans disability attorneys who have service-related disabilities find it difficult to find employment. To assist them to find work, the Department of Labor supports a national job resourcing and information resource called EARN. The Office of Disability Employment Policy is the one that funds this free phone and electronic system to connect employers with disabled veterans looking for employment.

The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination based on disability when it comes to hiring, promotions and benefits. The ADA also restricts the information that employers can ask about a person's health background and also prohibits harassment and revenge based on disability. The ADA defines disability as conditions that severely limit one or more essential activities of daily living, such as hearing and breathing, walking, or seeing. Standing, sitting at a desk, working, studying, etc. The ADA excludes certain conditions that are common to Veterans Disability law firms, such as tinnitus or post-traumatic disorder (PTSD).

If a disabled veteran needs an accommodation to perform a job, an employer must offer it unless it will impose unreasonable hardship on the contractor's business. This can include altering the equipment, offering training and shifting responsibilities to different positions or locations in addition to acquiring adaptive hardware or software. If an employee is blind, or visually impaired, the employer should purchase adaptive hardware and software, which includes electronic visual aids, talk calculators, Braille devices, and Braille displays. Employers must offer furniture with raised or lower surfaces or buy keyboards and mice specifically designed for people with restricted physical dexterity.