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Ken advises veterans of the military to help them get the disability compensation they deserve. He also represents his clients at VA Board of Veterans Appeals Hearings.
The Department of Veterans Affairs discriminated against Black veterans for decades by rejecting their disability claims in adisproportionate way according to the lawsuit filed this week by Yale Law School's Veterans Legal Services Clinic.
What is an VA disability?
The disability rating determines the amount of monthly payments to veterans disability lawsuits with service-connected disabilities. The rating is based on the severity of the injury or illness, and can range between zero and 100% in increments of 10 percent (e.g. 20% 30, 30 percent, etc.). The compensation is tax-free and provides a basic income for the disabled veteran and their family.
VA provides additional compensation through other programs, like individual unemployment, clothing allowances prestabilization and hospitalization automobile allowances, as well as hospitalization allowances. These are in addition to basic disability compensation.
The Social Security Administration also gives veterans special credits they can use to boost their lifetime earnings to be eligible for disability or retirement benefits. These additional credits are known as "credit for service."
Code of Federal Regulations lists a variety of conditions that allow veterans to be eligible for disability compensation. Some of these conditions, however require the opinion of an expert. An experienced veteran attorney can assist a client in obtaining this opinion, and supply the evidence required to support the claim of disability compensation.
Sullivan & Kehoe is experienced in representing veterans with disabilities claims and appeals. We are committed to ensuring that our clients obtain the disability benefits they deserve. We have handled thousands of disability cases and are well-versed in the complexities of VA law and procedure. Our firm was created by a disabled veteran who made fighting for veterans' rights a priority in his practice after he successfully represented himself at an appeal to the Board of Veterans Appeals hearing.
How do I make a claim?
Veterans must first locate the medical evidence that proves their impairment. This includes X-rays and doctor's notes, as well as any other documentation related to the condition of the veteran. It is important to provide these documents to the VA. If a veteran doesn't have these documents then the VA must be informed by the claimant (or their VSO).
The next step is to fill out an intent to file. This form permits the VA to begin reviewing your claim before you have all the information and medical records you need. It also preserves your effective date for receiving compensation when you win your case.
Once all the information is in When all the information is submitted, the VA will schedule an exam for you. It will depend on the quantity and type of disability you claim. If you fail to attend this test, it could delay the processing of your claim.
The VA will provide you with a decision package when the examinations have been completed. If the VA refuses to accept your claim, you have a year from the date of the letter to request a higher-level review.
At this stage, a lawyer is able to assist you. Lawyers who are accredited by VA can now be involved in appeals from the beginning which is an enormous benefit for those who are seeking disability benefits.
How do I appeal a denial?
The denial of disability benefits for veterans can be extremely frustrating. Fortunately that the VA has an appeals process for these decisions. The first step is to send a Notice Of Disagreement to the VA regional office who sent you the decision on Rating. In your Notice Of Disagreement, you must explain to the VA why you disagreed with their decision. You don't need to list every reason, but you should be clear about the issues you disagree with.
You should also request your C-file or claims file to determine the evidence that the VA used to arrive at their decision. There are often incomplete or missing data. In some instances, this can lead to an error in the rating decision.
When you submit your NOD you will need to decide if you would like to have your case examined by a Decision Review Officer or by the Board of Veterans Appeals. Generally speaking, you will have a better chance of success with a DRO review than with the BVA.
In the event of a DRO review you can request an individual hearing with an experienced senior rating specialist. The DRO will examine your claim "de novo" which means they will not rely on the previous decision. This typically results in a totally new Rating Decision. If you prefer, you may opt to have your claim reviewed by the BVA in Washington. This is the longest taking appeals route and typically can take between one and three years for a new decision.
How much will a lawyer charge?
A lawyer can charge a fee to help you appeal the VA decision on the basis of disability. The current law does not allow lawyers to charge for assistance with a claim in the beginning. The fee is only payable in the event that the lawyer wins your case or increases your benefits via an appeal. Typically the fees will be paid directly out of any lump-sum payments you get from the VA.
Veterans can look through the VA's database of lawyers accredited to practice or claim agents to find accredited representatives. These individuals have been certified by the Department of Veterans Affairs to represent service members, veterans, dependents, or survivors in a variety of matters including disability compensation and pension claims.
Most veterans' disability advocates work on a contingency. They only receive compensation when they are successful in defending their client's case, and they also receive back pay from VA. The amount of back pay that is given varies, but it can be as much as 20 percent of the claimant's total past-due benefit award.
In rare cases an attorney or agent may choose to charge on the hourly basis. This is rare for two reasons. First, these matters are usually time-consuming and can go on for months or even years. In addition, many veterans disability attorneys and their families are unable to afford to pay an hourly rate.
Ken advises veterans of the military to help them get the disability compensation they deserve. He also represents his clients at VA Board of Veterans Appeals Hearings.
The Department of Veterans Affairs discriminated against Black veterans for decades by rejecting their disability claims in adisproportionate way according to the lawsuit filed this week by Yale Law School's Veterans Legal Services Clinic.
What is an VA disability?
The disability rating determines the amount of monthly payments to veterans disability lawsuits with service-connected disabilities. The rating is based on the severity of the injury or illness, and can range between zero and 100% in increments of 10 percent (e.g. 20% 30, 30 percent, etc.). The compensation is tax-free and provides a basic income for the disabled veteran and their family.
VA provides additional compensation through other programs, like individual unemployment, clothing allowances prestabilization and hospitalization automobile allowances, as well as hospitalization allowances. These are in addition to basic disability compensation.
The Social Security Administration also gives veterans special credits they can use to boost their lifetime earnings to be eligible for disability or retirement benefits. These additional credits are known as "credit for service."
Code of Federal Regulations lists a variety of conditions that allow veterans to be eligible for disability compensation. Some of these conditions, however require the opinion of an expert. An experienced veteran attorney can assist a client in obtaining this opinion, and supply the evidence required to support the claim of disability compensation.
Sullivan & Kehoe is experienced in representing veterans with disabilities claims and appeals. We are committed to ensuring that our clients obtain the disability benefits they deserve. We have handled thousands of disability cases and are well-versed in the complexities of VA law and procedure. Our firm was created by a disabled veteran who made fighting for veterans' rights a priority in his practice after he successfully represented himself at an appeal to the Board of Veterans Appeals hearing.
How do I make a claim?
Veterans must first locate the medical evidence that proves their impairment. This includes X-rays and doctor's notes, as well as any other documentation related to the condition of the veteran. It is important to provide these documents to the VA. If a veteran doesn't have these documents then the VA must be informed by the claimant (or their VSO).
The next step is to fill out an intent to file. This form permits the VA to begin reviewing your claim before you have all the information and medical records you need. It also preserves your effective date for receiving compensation when you win your case.
Once all the information is in When all the information is submitted, the VA will schedule an exam for you. It will depend on the quantity and type of disability you claim. If you fail to attend this test, it could delay the processing of your claim.
The VA will provide you with a decision package when the examinations have been completed. If the VA refuses to accept your claim, you have a year from the date of the letter to request a higher-level review.
At this stage, a lawyer is able to assist you. Lawyers who are accredited by VA can now be involved in appeals from the beginning which is an enormous benefit for those who are seeking disability benefits.
How do I appeal a denial?
The denial of disability benefits for veterans can be extremely frustrating. Fortunately that the VA has an appeals process for these decisions. The first step is to send a Notice Of Disagreement to the VA regional office who sent you the decision on Rating. In your Notice Of Disagreement, you must explain to the VA why you disagreed with their decision. You don't need to list every reason, but you should be clear about the issues you disagree with.
You should also request your C-file or claims file to determine the evidence that the VA used to arrive at their decision. There are often incomplete or missing data. In some instances, this can lead to an error in the rating decision.
When you submit your NOD you will need to decide if you would like to have your case examined by a Decision Review Officer or by the Board of Veterans Appeals. Generally speaking, you will have a better chance of success with a DRO review than with the BVA.
In the event of a DRO review you can request an individual hearing with an experienced senior rating specialist. The DRO will examine your claim "de novo" which means they will not rely on the previous decision. This typically results in a totally new Rating Decision. If you prefer, you may opt to have your claim reviewed by the BVA in Washington. This is the longest taking appeals route and typically can take between one and three years for a new decision.
How much will a lawyer charge?
A lawyer can charge a fee to help you appeal the VA decision on the basis of disability. The current law does not allow lawyers to charge for assistance with a claim in the beginning. The fee is only payable in the event that the lawyer wins your case or increases your benefits via an appeal. Typically the fees will be paid directly out of any lump-sum payments you get from the VA.
Veterans can look through the VA's database of lawyers accredited to practice or claim agents to find accredited representatives. These individuals have been certified by the Department of Veterans Affairs to represent service members, veterans, dependents, or survivors in a variety of matters including disability compensation and pension claims.
Most veterans' disability advocates work on a contingency. They only receive compensation when they are successful in defending their client's case, and they also receive back pay from VA. The amount of back pay that is given varies, but it can be as much as 20 percent of the claimant's total past-due benefit award.
In rare cases an attorney or agent may choose to charge on the hourly basis. This is rare for two reasons. First, these matters are usually time-consuming and can go on for months or even years. In addition, many veterans disability attorneys and their families are unable to afford to pay an hourly rate.
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