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Ken assists veterans to obtain the disability benefits they are entitled to. Ken also represents clients in VA Board of Veterans Appeals hearings.
The Department of Veterans Affairs discriminated against Black veterans for decades, generally denying their disability claims in an action filed this week by Yale Law School's veterans disability lawyer Legal Services Clinic.
What is an VA Disability?
The disability rating determines the amount of monthly compensation that is paid to veterans who have service-related disabilities. The rating is determined by the severity of the injury or illness and can range from 0% up to 100% in increments of 10 percent (e.g., 20 percent, 30%, etc.). The compensation is tax-free and provides basic income for the disabled veteran and their families.
VA provides additional compensation through other programs, including individual unemployment allowances for clothing prestabilization and hospitalization automobile allowances, as well as hospitalization allowances. These 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 credit to boost their disability or retirement benefits. These additional credits are known as "credit for service."
Code of Federal Regulations lists several conditions that can qualify a veteran for disability compensation. Certain of these conditions however, require an expert's opinion. A seasoned lawyer with experience can assist clients in obtaining this opinion and provide the proof needed to prove the claim for disability benefits.
Sullivan & Kehoe has extensive experience representing veterans in disability claims and appeals. We are dedicated to assisting our clients to receive the benefits they're entitled to. 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 in a Board of Veterans Appeals hearing.
How do I file a claim?
Veterans must first find the medical evidence to prove their impairment. This could include X-rays, doctor's reports, as in any other documentation related to the condition of the veteran. It is essential to submit these documents to the VA. If a veteran doesn't have these documents, they must be given to the VA by the claimant or their VSO (veteran service organization).
The next step is the filing of an intent to file. This form allows the VA review your claim even before you have all the required information and medical records. It also protects your date of effective for benefits when you win your case.
The VA will schedule your exam after all the required information has been received. This will depend on the quantity and type of disabilities you are claiming. If you fail to attend this test, it could delay the processing of your claim.
Once the examinations are complete Once the examinations are complete, the VA will examine the evidence and give you a decision-making packet. If the VA refuses to accept the claim you'll have one year to request a higher-level review.
At this moment, a lawyer will assist you. Accredited lawyers from VA can now get involved in the appeals process from the beginning, which is an enormous benefit to people seeking disability benefits.
How do I appeal a denial?
The denial of disability benefits for veterans disability lawsuits can be a source of frustration. Fortunately the VA has an appeals procedure for these decisions. The first step is to file a Notice of Disagreement with the VA regional office that sent you the Rating Decision. In your Notice of Disagreement, you must tell the VA why you disagree with their decision. You don't have to include every reason but you should include everything you disagree with.
It is also essential to request your C-file (claims file) so that you can view the evidence that the VA used in making their decision. In many cases there are gaps or insufficient records. This can lead to a mistake in the rating.
When you file your NOD you must decide whether you would like to have your case reviewed by a Decision Review Officer or by the Board of Veterans Appeals. Generally speaking, you'll be more likely to have success when you opt for the DRO review DRO review than with the BVA.
If you are subject to an DRO review you have the option of asking for an individual hearing with an experienced senior rating specialist. The DRO will conduct an investigation of your claim on an "de de novo" basis, meaning they will not give any deference to the previous decision. This typically results in a completely new Rating Decision. You can also request that the BVA in Washington examine your claim. This is the most lengthy appeals process and can take up to three years to reach an update on the decision.
What is the average amount an attorney can charge?
A lawyer may charge a fee to help you appeal a VA disability decision. However, current law prohibits lawyers from charging fees for assistance in a claim. This is because the fee is contingent on the lawyer winning your case or getting your benefits increased through an appeal. The fees are typically paid out of any lump-sum payment you receive from the VA.
Veterans are able to search the database of attorneys accredited by the VA or claim agents to find accredited representatives. These people are accredited by the Department of Veterans Affairs and can represent service members, veterans or dependents in a broad range of matters including pension claims and disability compensation claims.
Most veterans' disability advocates operate on a contingent basis. This means that they are only paid if they prevail in the client's appeal and receive back payments from the VA. The amount of backpay awarded can vary however it could be as high as 20 percent of a claimant's past-due benefits.
In rare cases an attorney or agent might choose to charge an hourly rate. This isn't often the case due to two reasons. First, these cases tend to be time-consuming and can drag on for months or even years. In addition, the majority of veterans and their families can't afford to pay for these services on an hourly basis.
Ken assists veterans to obtain the disability benefits they are entitled to. Ken also represents clients in VA Board of Veterans Appeals hearings.
The Department of Veterans Affairs discriminated against Black veterans for decades, generally denying their disability claims in an action filed this week by Yale Law School's veterans disability lawyer Legal Services Clinic.
What is an VA Disability?
The disability rating determines the amount of monthly compensation that is paid to veterans who have service-related disabilities. The rating is determined by the severity of the injury or illness and can range from 0% up to 100% in increments of 10 percent (e.g., 20 percent, 30%, etc.). The compensation is tax-free and provides basic income for the disabled veteran and their families.
VA provides additional compensation through other programs, including individual unemployment allowances for clothing prestabilization and hospitalization automobile allowances, as well as hospitalization allowances. These 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 credit to boost their disability or retirement benefits. These additional credits are known as "credit for service."
Code of Federal Regulations lists several conditions that can qualify a veteran for disability compensation. Certain of these conditions however, require an expert's opinion. A seasoned lawyer with experience can assist clients in obtaining this opinion and provide the proof needed to prove the claim for disability benefits.
Sullivan & Kehoe has extensive experience representing veterans in disability claims and appeals. We are dedicated to assisting our clients to receive the benefits they're entitled to. 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 in a Board of Veterans Appeals hearing.
How do I file a claim?
Veterans must first find the medical evidence to prove their impairment. This could include X-rays, doctor's reports, as in any other documentation related to the condition of the veteran. It is essential to submit these documents to the VA. If a veteran doesn't have these documents, they must be given to the VA by the claimant or their VSO (veteran service organization).
The next step is the filing of an intent to file. This form allows the VA review your claim even before you have all the required information and medical records. It also protects your date of effective for benefits when you win your case.
The VA will schedule your exam after all the required information has been received. This will depend on the quantity and type of disabilities you are claiming. If you fail to attend this test, it could delay the processing of your claim.
Once the examinations are complete Once the examinations are complete, the VA will examine the evidence and give you a decision-making packet. If the VA refuses to accept the claim you'll have one year to request a higher-level review.
At this moment, a lawyer will assist you. Accredited lawyers from VA can now get involved in the appeals process from the beginning, which is an enormous benefit to people seeking disability benefits.
How do I appeal a denial?
The denial of disability benefits for veterans disability lawsuits can be a source of frustration. Fortunately the VA has an appeals procedure for these decisions. The first step is to file a Notice of Disagreement with the VA regional office that sent you the Rating Decision. In your Notice of Disagreement, you must tell the VA why you disagree with their decision. You don't have to include every reason but you should include everything you disagree with.
It is also essential to request your C-file (claims file) so that you can view the evidence that the VA used in making their decision. In many cases there are gaps or insufficient records. This can lead to a mistake in the rating.
When you file your NOD you must decide whether you would like to have your case reviewed by a Decision Review Officer or by the Board of Veterans Appeals. Generally speaking, you'll be more likely to have success when you opt for the DRO review DRO review than with the BVA.
If you are subject to an DRO review you have the option of asking for an individual hearing with an experienced senior rating specialist. The DRO will conduct an investigation of your claim on an "de de novo" basis, meaning they will not give any deference to the previous decision. This typically results in a completely new Rating Decision. You can also request that the BVA in Washington examine your claim. This is the most lengthy appeals process and can take up to three years to reach an update on the decision.
What is the average amount an attorney can charge?
A lawyer may charge a fee to help you appeal a VA disability decision. However, current law prohibits lawyers from charging fees for assistance in a claim. This is because the fee is contingent on the lawyer winning your case or getting your benefits increased through an appeal. The fees are typically paid out of any lump-sum payment you receive from the VA.
Veterans are able to search the database of attorneys accredited by the VA or claim agents to find accredited representatives. These people are accredited by the Department of Veterans Affairs and can represent service members, veterans or dependents in a broad range of matters including pension claims and disability compensation claims.
Most veterans' disability advocates operate on a contingent basis. This means that they are only paid if they prevail in the client's appeal and receive back payments from the VA. The amount of backpay awarded can vary however it could be as high as 20 percent of a claimant's past-due benefits.
In rare cases an attorney or agent might choose to charge an hourly rate. This isn't often the case due to two reasons. First, these cases tend to be time-consuming and can drag on for months or even years. In addition, the majority of veterans and their families can't afford to pay for these services on an hourly basis.
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