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Ken advises veterans of the military to help them get the disability benefits they deserve. Ken assists his clients at VA Board of Veterans Appeals Hearings.
The Department of Veterans Affairs discriminated against Black veterans for a long time by rejecting their disability claims in adisproportionate way according to a lawsuit filed this week by Yale Law School's Veterans Legal Services Clinic.
What is a VA disability?
The amount of monthly monetary compensation that veterans receive for service-related disabilities is determined on their disability rating. This rating is determined by the severity of an injury or illness and can range from zero and 100% in increments of 10 percent (e.g. 20%, 30%, etc.). The compensation is tax-free and serves as a basic income to the disabled veteran and their families.
VA provides additional compensation through other programs, like individual unemployment, clothing allowances as well as prestabilization and hospitalization automobile allowances, as well as hospitalization allowances. These are in addition to the standard disability compensation.
In addition to these benefit programs, the Social Security Administration gives military veterans special credits to increase their retirement or disability benefits. These credits are also referred to as "credit for service."
Many of the conditions that can qualify veterans for disability compensation are included in the Code of Federal Regulations. Certain of these conditions, however require the opinion of an expert. An experienced veteran lawyer can assist a client in obtaining this opinion and provide the proof needed to support an application for disability compensation.
Sullivan & Kehoe has extensive experience representing veterans in disability claims and appeals. We are committed to helping our clients receive the disability benefits they are entitled to. We have handled thousands disability cases and are conversant with the complexities of VA regulations and laws. Our firm was founded in 1996 by a disabled vet who after having successfully represented himself at a Board of Veterans Appeals Hearing and gaining the support of veterans, made the rights of veterans the top priority in his practice.
How do I submit a claim?
First, veterans disability lawyers need to find the medical evidence to prove their disability. This includes X-rays or doctor's notes, as well as any other documentation related to the veteran's condition. The submission of these records to the VA is essential. If a veteran does not have these documents, they should be given to the VA by the claimant or their VSO (veteran service organization).
The next step is to submit an intent to file. This is a form that allows the VA to begin reviewing your claim even before you have all the information and medical records required. It also keeps your effective date for compensation benefits if you win your case.
The VA will schedule your examination when all information has been received. The VA will schedule an examination based on the severity of your disability and the type of disability you're claiming. Make sure that you take this exam, as should you miss it and fail to take it, it could hinder your claim.
The VA will send you a decision document after the examinations are completed. If the VA refuses to accept your claim, you have a year from the date of the letter to request a more thorough review.
At this moment, a lawyer could assist you. Lawyers who are accredited by the VA can now be involved in the appeals process right from the beginning, which is hugely beneficial to those seeking disability benefits.
How do I appeal a denial?
Denial of veterans' disability benefits is a frustrating experience. Thankfully, the VA has an appeals process for these decisions. The first step is submitting an Notice of Disagreement to the VA regional office, which will then send you the decision on Rating. In your Notice of Disagreement you should state to the VA why you disagreed with their decision. It is not necessary to list every reason, but you should be clear about the issues you don't agree with.
It's also crucial to request your C-file (claims file) so you can see the evidence that the VA used in making their decision. There are often incomplete or missing records. In some instances it could lead to an error in the rating decision.
If you submit your NOD you must decide whether you want to have your case examined by a Decision Review Officer or by the Board of Veterans Appeals. In general you'll have a greater chance of success if the DRO examines your case rather than if it's reviewed by the BVA.
You can request a private hearing with a senior rating expert via an DRO review. The DRO will review your claim "de novo" this means they will not defer to the previous decision. This typically results in a completely new Rating Decision. If you prefer, you may opt to have your claim reviewed by the BVA in Washington. This is the most time demanding appeals process and usually takes one to three years to receive a new decision.
How much does an attorney charge?
Lawyers may charge a fee to assist you appeal an VA disability decision. The current law does not allow lawyers to charge for assistance with a claim in the beginning. The fee is only due if the lawyer is successful in your case or increases your benefits via an appeal. The fees are typically paid out of any lump-sum payments you receive from the VA.
Veterans can find accredited representatives via the VA's searchable database that lists certified attorneys or claims agents. These individuals are accredited by the Department of Veterans Affairs and are able to represent service members, veterans or dependents in a broad range of issues such as pension claims, disability compensation and claims.
The majority of veterans' disability advocates are paid on an ad-hoc basis. They only receive compensation when they are successful in defending their client's case, and they are also paid back from VA. The amount of back pay awarded varies, but can be as much as 20 percent of the claimant's past-due benefit amount.
In rare instances an attorney or agent might choose to charge an hourly rate. However, this is not the norm for two reasons. First, these cases can be time-consuming and can go on for months or even years. The second reason is that many veterans and their families cannot afford an hourly rate.
Ken advises veterans of the military to help them get the disability benefits they deserve. Ken assists his clients at VA Board of Veterans Appeals Hearings.
The Department of Veterans Affairs discriminated against Black veterans for a long time by rejecting their disability claims in adisproportionate way according to a lawsuit filed this week by Yale Law School's Veterans Legal Services Clinic.
What is a VA disability?
The amount of monthly monetary compensation that veterans receive for service-related disabilities is determined on their disability rating. This rating is determined by the severity of an injury or illness and can range from zero and 100% in increments of 10 percent (e.g. 20%, 30%, etc.). The compensation is tax-free and serves as a basic income to the disabled veteran and their families.
VA provides additional compensation through other programs, like individual unemployment, clothing allowances as well as prestabilization and hospitalization automobile allowances, as well as hospitalization allowances. These are in addition to the standard disability compensation.
In addition to these benefit programs, the Social Security Administration gives military veterans special credits to increase their retirement or disability benefits. These credits are also referred to as "credit for service."
Many of the conditions that can qualify veterans for disability compensation are included in the Code of Federal Regulations. Certain of these conditions, however require the opinion of an expert. An experienced veteran lawyer can assist a client in obtaining this opinion and provide the proof needed to support an application for disability compensation.
Sullivan & Kehoe has extensive experience representing veterans in disability claims and appeals. We are committed to helping our clients receive the disability benefits they are entitled to. We have handled thousands disability cases and are conversant with the complexities of VA regulations and laws. Our firm was founded in 1996 by a disabled vet who after having successfully represented himself at a Board of Veterans Appeals Hearing and gaining the support of veterans, made the rights of veterans the top priority in his practice.
How do I submit a claim?
First, veterans disability lawyers need to find the medical evidence to prove their disability. This includes X-rays or doctor's notes, as well as any other documentation related to the veteran's condition. The submission of these records to the VA is essential. If a veteran does not have these documents, they should be given to the VA by the claimant or their VSO (veteran service organization).
The next step is to submit an intent to file. This is a form that allows the VA to begin reviewing your claim even before you have all the information and medical records required. It also keeps your effective date for compensation benefits if you win your case.
The VA will schedule your examination when all information has been received. The VA will schedule an examination based on the severity of your disability and the type of disability you're claiming. Make sure that you take this exam, as should you miss it and fail to take it, it could hinder your claim.
The VA will send you a decision document after the examinations are completed. If the VA refuses to accept your claim, you have a year from the date of the letter to request a more thorough review.
At this moment, a lawyer could assist you. Lawyers who are accredited by the VA can now be involved in the appeals process right from the beginning, which is hugely beneficial to those seeking disability benefits.
How do I appeal a denial?
Denial of veterans' disability benefits is a frustrating experience. Thankfully, the VA has an appeals process for these decisions. The first step is submitting an Notice of Disagreement to the VA regional office, which will then send you the decision on Rating. In your Notice of Disagreement you should state to the VA why you disagreed with their decision. It is not necessary to list every reason, but you should be clear about the issues you don't agree with.
It's also crucial to request your C-file (claims file) so you can see the evidence that the VA used in making their decision. There are often incomplete or missing records. In some instances it could lead to an error in the rating decision.
If you submit your NOD you must decide whether you want to have your case examined by a Decision Review Officer or by the Board of Veterans Appeals. In general you'll have a greater chance of success if the DRO examines your case rather than if it's reviewed by the BVA.
You can request a private hearing with a senior rating expert via an DRO review. The DRO will review your claim "de novo" this means they will not defer to the previous decision. This typically results in a completely new Rating Decision. If you prefer, you may opt to have your claim reviewed by the BVA in Washington. This is the most time demanding appeals process and usually takes one to three years to receive a new decision.
How much does an attorney charge?
Lawyers may charge a fee to assist you appeal an VA disability decision. The current law does not allow lawyers to charge for assistance with a claim in the beginning. The fee is only due if the lawyer is successful in your case or increases your benefits via an appeal. The fees are typically paid out of any lump-sum payments you receive from the VA.
Veterans can find accredited representatives via the VA's searchable database that lists certified attorneys or claims agents. These individuals are accredited by the Department of Veterans Affairs and are able to represent service members, veterans or dependents in a broad range of issues such as pension claims, disability compensation and claims.
The majority of veterans' disability advocates are paid on an ad-hoc basis. They only receive compensation when they are successful in defending their client's case, and they are also paid back from VA. The amount of back pay awarded varies, but can be as much as 20 percent of the claimant's past-due benefit amount.
In rare instances an attorney or agent might choose to charge an hourly rate. However, this is not the norm for two reasons. First, these cases can be time-consuming and can go on for months or even years. The second reason is that many veterans and their families cannot afford an hourly rate.
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