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Veterans Disability Litigation

Ken helps paragould veterans disability attorney obtain the disability benefits they are entitled to. He also represents clients at VA Board of Veterans Appeals hearings.

The Department of Veterans Affairs discriminated against Black veterans for a long time by discriminating against their disability claims according to the lawsuit filed this week by Yale Law School's Veterans Legal Services Clinic.

What is a VA Disability?

The disability rating determines the amount of compensation per month paid to veterans with service-connected disabilities. The rating is determined by the severity of the illness or injury and can be as low as 0% and Vimeo.com up to 100% in 10% increments (e.g. 20%, 20%, 30% etc). The compensation is tax-free, and provides a minimum income to the disabled veteran and their families.

The VA also has other programs that provide additional compensation such as individual unemployment, auto allowance, clothing allowance, and hospitalization and prestabilization benefits. These benefits are in addition to the basic disability compensation.

In addition to these benefit programs, In addition to these benefit programs, the Social Security Administration gives military veterans special credits to boost their retirement or disability benefits. These additional credits are known as "credit for service."

Many of the conditions that make veterans for disability compensation are included in the Code of Federal Regulations. Some of these conditions, however require an expert's advice. A seasoned veteran attorney can assist a customer in obtaining this opinion, and provide the evidence required to support a claim of disability compensation.

Sullivan & Kehoe is experienced in representing veterans with disabilities claims and appeals. We are committed to ensuring that our clients get the disability benefits they are entitled to. We have handled hundreds of disabilities cases and are skilled in the complex nature of VA law and procedure. Our firm was founded in 1996 by a disabled veteran who after having successfully represented himself at a Board of Veterans Appeals Hearing and gaining the support of veterans, made the rights of veterans an important aspect of his work.

How do I make a claim?

The first step is to look up the medical evidence supporting their disability. This includes Xrays, doctor's reports or other documentation that relate to their health. It is crucial to provide these records to VA. If a veteran does not have these documents, they must be provided to the VA by the claimant or their VSO (veteran service organization).

The next step is the filing of an intention to file. This form allows the VA to review your claim before you have the necessary information and medical records. It also ensures that you have an effective date for receiving compensation should you prevail in your case.

The VA will schedule your exam after all the information is received. The VA will schedule an exam in accordance with the severity of your disability and the type you are claiming. In the event that you do not attend this exam, it could delay the process of submitting your claim.

After the examinations have been completed, after the examinations are completed, VA will examine the evidence and give you a decision package. 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 in this situation. VA-accredited lawyers can now be involved in the appeals from the beginning, which is a huge advantage for those seeking disability benefits.

How do I appeal a denial?

The denial of veterans' disability benefits can be extremely frustrating. The VA offers an appeals procedure to appeal these decisions. The first step is to submit a Notice of Disagreement with the VA regional office that has sent you the Rating Decision. In your Notice of Disagreement you should state to the VA why you disagreed with their decision. You don't need to list every reason, but you should list all the points you disagree with.

You should also request your C-file, or claims file, to determine the evidence that the VA used to reach their decision. Often times there are gaps or insufficient records. In some cases it could lead to an error in the rating decision.

When you submit your NOD you must decide whether you prefer to have your situation reviewed by a Decision-Review Officer or by the Board of Veterans Appeals. Generally speaking, you will have a better chance of success when you opt for the DRO review DRO review than with the BVA.

With a DRO review you have the option of requesting an individual hearing with a senior rating specialist. The DRO will review your claim "de de novo" this means they will not be influenced by the previous decision. This usually results in a completely new Rating Decision. Alternately, you can opt to review your claim with the BVA in Washington. This is the most lengthy appeals process and it can take up to three years for an appeal to be heard.

How much can an attorney charge?

A lawyer can charge a fee to assist appeal an VA decision regarding the basis of disability. The current law does not permit lawyers to charge fees for initial assistance in a claim. The fee is only payable when the lawyer wins your case or increases your benefits by filing an appeal. These fees are usually paid directly from any lump-sum payments you receive from the VA.

Veterans can use the VA's database of attorneys who are accredited or claim agents to locate accredited representatives. These people are accredited by the Department of Veterans Affairs and are able to represent service members, veterans or dependents in a vast range of matters, including disability compensation claims and pension claims.

Most disability advocates for veterans are paid on an hourly basis. This means that they are only paid if they prevail in the appeal of the client and receive back payments from the VA. The amount of backpay that is granted can differ, but it can be as high as 20 percent of the claimant's past-due benefits.

In rare instances, an agent or attorney may choose to charge on the hourly basis. This is rare for two reasons. First, these matters can be time-consuming and can go on for months or even years. Second, many veterans and their families can't afford an hourly rate.


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