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Ken advises veterans of the military to help them obtain the disability compensation they deserve. He assists his clients at VA Board of manorhaven veterans disability law firm Appeals Hearings.
The Department of Veterans Affairs discriminated against Black veterans for decades by disproportionately rejecting their disability claims in an action filed this week by Yale Law School's Veterans Legal Services Clinic.
What is an VA disability?
The disability rating determines the amount of compensation per month paid to veterans with service-related disabilities. This rating is based upon the severity of the injury or illness and can vary between zero and 100% in increments of 10 percent (e.g. 20 percent, 30 percent, etc.). The compensation is not subject to tax and provides a basic amount of income to the disabled veteran and his family.
VA provides additional compensation through other programs, including individual unemployment, clothing allowances, hospitalization and prestabilization, car allowances, and hospitalization allowances. These benefits are in addition to the basic disability compensation.
In addition to these benefit programs, in addition, the Social Security Administration gives military veterans special credit to boost their earnings over the course of their lives for retirement or disability benefits. These additional credits are known as "credit for service."
Code of Federal Regulations lists several conditions that qualify a veteran to receive disability compensation. Some of these conditions, however require the opinion of an expert. An experienced veteran attorney can help a customer obtain this opinion, and provide the evidence required to prove a claim of disability compensation.
Sullivan & Kehoe has extensive experience in representing veterans in appeals and claims for disability. We are dedicated to helping our clients obtain the disability benefits that they are entitled to. We have handled hundreds of disability cases and are knowledgeable in the complexities of VA law and procedure. Our firm was founded in 1996 by a disabled veteran who after having successfully represented himself at an appeals hearing before the Board of Veterans Appeals Hearing and making veterans' rights an important aspect of his work.
How do I make a claim?
The first step is to locate the medical evidence to prove their disability. This includes X-rays, doctor's reports or any other documentation related to their health. Giving these records to VA is essential. If a veteran doesn't have these documents then the VA should be notified by the claimant (or their VSO).
The next step is the filing of an intent to file. This form lets the VA to review your claim before you have the needed information and medical records. This form also protects the date you can start receiving your compensation benefits in the event you win your case.
If all the required information is in When all the information is submitted, the VA will schedule an exam for you. This will be dependent on the number and type of disabilities you are claiming. Make sure you take this exam, as in the event you fail to take it this could affect your claim.
Once the examinations are complete Once the examinations are complete, the VA will examine the evidence and give you a confirmation packet. If the VA denies your claim, you have a year from the date of the letter to request a more thorough review.
A lawyer can assist you at this point. VA-accredited lawyers can now be involved in appeals right from the beginning, which is a huge advantage for those who are seeking disability benefits.
How do I appeal a denial?
Denial of disability benefits to veterans can be frustrating. Thankfully, the VA has an appeals process for these decisions. The first step is to send a Notice Of Disagreement to the VA regional office that sent you the Rating decision. In your Notice of Disagreement you must inform the VA the reasons you don't agree with their decision. You don't have to include every reason however, you must mention everything that you disagree on.
You must also request a C-file, or claims file, to determine the evidence that the VA used to make their decision. Sometimes, there are missing or incomplete records. This can sometimes lead to a mistake in the rating.
After you have submitted your NOD, Vimeo the applicant will be asked if you want your case to be reviewed by the Board of Veterans Appeals or a Decision Review officer. In general you'll have a higher chance of success when the DRO examines your case than if it's reviewed by the BVA.
With a DRO review, you can request an individual hearing with an experienced senior rating specialist. The DRO will conduct an examination of your claim on the basis of a "de novo" basis, which means that they will not give deference to the previous decision. This typically will result in a brand new Rating Decision. You can also have the BVA in Washington review your claim. This is the longest lengthy appeals procedure and typically takes one to three years to get an updated decision.
How much can an attorney charge?
A lawyer can charge a fee for assisting you appeal an VA disability decision. However, current law prevents lawyers from charging fees for assistance in the case. This is because the fee has to be contingent upon the lawyer winning your case or getting your benefits increased through an appeal. Typically these fees are paid directly from any lump-sum payment you receive from the VA.
Veterans can use the VA's database of lawyers accredited to practice or claim agents to locate accredited representatives. These individuals have been certified by the Department of Veterans Affairs to represent veterans, service members, Spokane Valley Veterans Disability Attorney dependents, or survivors in a range of issues including disability compensation and pension claims.
Most disability advocates for veterans are paid on a contingency basis. They only get paid when they win their client's appeal, and also receive back pay from VA. The amount of backpay that is given can be different but can be as high as 20 percent of a claimant's past-due benefits.
In rare cases, an agent or attorney may decide to charge on an the basis of an hourly rate. This isn't often the case due to two reasons. First, these situations can be time-consuming and can take months or even years. In addition, many veterans and their families cannot afford an hourly rate.
Ken advises veterans of the military to help them obtain the disability compensation they deserve. He assists his clients at VA Board of manorhaven veterans disability law firm Appeals Hearings.
The Department of Veterans Affairs discriminated against Black veterans for decades by disproportionately rejecting their disability claims in an action filed this week by Yale Law School's Veterans Legal Services Clinic.
What is an VA disability?
The disability rating determines the amount of compensation per month paid to veterans with service-related disabilities. This rating is based upon the severity of the injury or illness and can vary between zero and 100% in increments of 10 percent (e.g. 20 percent, 30 percent, etc.). The compensation is not subject to tax and provides a basic amount of income to the disabled veteran and his family.
VA provides additional compensation through other programs, including individual unemployment, clothing allowances, hospitalization and prestabilization, car allowances, and hospitalization allowances. These benefits are in addition to the basic disability compensation.
In addition to these benefit programs, in addition, the Social Security Administration gives military veterans special credit to boost their earnings over the course of their lives for retirement or disability benefits. These additional credits are known as "credit for service."
Code of Federal Regulations lists several conditions that qualify a veteran to receive disability compensation. Some of these conditions, however require the opinion of an expert. An experienced veteran attorney can help a customer obtain this opinion, and provide the evidence required to prove a claim of disability compensation.
Sullivan & Kehoe has extensive experience in representing veterans in appeals and claims for disability. We are dedicated to helping our clients obtain the disability benefits that they are entitled to. We have handled hundreds of disability cases and are knowledgeable in the complexities of VA law and procedure. Our firm was founded in 1996 by a disabled veteran who after having successfully represented himself at an appeals hearing before the Board of Veterans Appeals Hearing and making veterans' rights an important aspect of his work.
How do I make a claim?
The first step is to locate the medical evidence to prove their disability. This includes X-rays, doctor's reports or any other documentation related to their health. Giving these records to VA is essential. If a veteran doesn't have these documents then the VA should be notified by the claimant (or their VSO).
The next step is the filing of an intent to file. This form lets the VA to review your claim before you have the needed information and medical records. This form also protects the date you can start receiving your compensation benefits in the event you win your case.
If all the required information is in When all the information is submitted, the VA will schedule an exam for you. This will be dependent on the number and type of disabilities you are claiming. Make sure you take this exam, as in the event you fail to take it this could affect your claim.
Once the examinations are complete Once the examinations are complete, the VA will examine the evidence and give you a confirmation packet. If the VA denies your claim, you have a year from the date of the letter to request a more thorough review.
A lawyer can assist you at this point. VA-accredited lawyers can now be involved in appeals right from the beginning, which is a huge advantage for those who are seeking disability benefits.
How do I appeal a denial?
Denial of disability benefits to veterans can be frustrating. Thankfully, the VA has an appeals process for these decisions. The first step is to send a Notice Of Disagreement to the VA regional office that sent you the Rating decision. In your Notice of Disagreement you must inform the VA the reasons you don't agree with their decision. You don't have to include every reason however, you must mention everything that you disagree on.
You must also request a C-file, or claims file, to determine the evidence that the VA used to make their decision. Sometimes, there are missing or incomplete records. This can sometimes lead to a mistake in the rating.
After you have submitted your NOD, Vimeo the applicant will be asked if you want your case to be reviewed by the Board of Veterans Appeals or a Decision Review officer. In general you'll have a higher chance of success when the DRO examines your case than if it's reviewed by the BVA.
With a DRO review, you can request an individual hearing with an experienced senior rating specialist. The DRO will conduct an examination of your claim on the basis of a "de novo" basis, which means that they will not give deference to the previous decision. This typically will result in a brand new Rating Decision. You can also have the BVA in Washington review your claim. This is the longest lengthy appeals procedure and typically takes one to three years to get an updated decision.
How much can an attorney charge?
A lawyer can charge a fee for assisting you appeal an VA disability decision. However, current law prevents lawyers from charging fees for assistance in the case. This is because the fee has to be contingent upon the lawyer winning your case or getting your benefits increased through an appeal. Typically these fees are paid directly from any lump-sum payment you receive from the VA.
Veterans can use the VA's database of lawyers accredited to practice or claim agents to locate accredited representatives. These individuals have been certified by the Department of Veterans Affairs to represent veterans, service members, Spokane Valley Veterans Disability Attorney dependents, or survivors in a range of issues including disability compensation and pension claims.
Most disability advocates for veterans are paid on a contingency basis. They only get paid when they win their client's appeal, and also receive back pay from VA. The amount of backpay that is given can be different but can be as high as 20 percent of a claimant's past-due benefits.
In rare cases, an agent or attorney may decide to charge on an the basis of an hourly rate. This isn't often the case due to two reasons. First, these situations can be time-consuming and can take months or even years. In addition, many veterans and their families cannot afford an hourly rate.