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Veterans Disability Litigation
Ken counsels veterans of the military to assist them in getting the disability compensation they are entitled to. Ken also represents clients in VA Board of Veterans Appeals hearings.
According to a lawsuit filed by the Yale Law School Veterans Legal Services Clinic this week the Department of Veterans Affairs discriminated for decades against Black veterans by denial of their disability claims.
What is an VA disability?
The disability rating determines the amount of monthly compensation paid to veterans with service-connected disabilities. The rating is based on the severity of the injury or illness and can range from 0% up to 100% in 10% increments (e.g. 20%, 20%, 30% etc). The amount is devoid of tax and provides a basic income to the disabled veteran and his family.
VA offers additional compensation through other programs, such as individual unemployment, clothing allowances prestabilization and hospitalization, automobile allowances, and hospitalization allowances. These are in addition to the basic disability compensation.
The Social Security Administration also gives veterans special credits that they can use to increase their lifetime earnings and qualify for retirement or disability benefits. These credits are referred to as "credit for service."
Many of the conditions that allow disabled veterans for disability benefits are mentioned in the Code of Federal Regulations. However, certain conditions require an expert opinion. An experienced veteran lawyer can help a client obtain this opinion and provide the evidence needed to support the claim for disability benefits.
Sullivan & Kehoe is experienced in representing disabled veterans disability law firm claims and appeals. We are dedicated to assisting our clients obtain the benefits they're entitled to. We have handled thousands disability cases and are familiar with the complexities of VA regulations and laws. Our firm was founded in 1996 by a disabled veteran who after securing his own representation in an appeals hearing before the Board of veterans disability Appeals Hearing in 1996, decided to make veterans' rights a priority for his practice.
How do I file a claim?
First, veterans must locate the medical evidence to prove their disability. This includes X-rays and doctor's reports as well any other documentation pertaining to the veteran's condition. Giving these records to VA is very important. If a veteran doesn't have these documents, they should be given 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 preserves your date of effective for benefits should you prevail in your case.
The VA will schedule your examination after all the information has been received. This will be dependent on the quantity and type of disability you claim. If you fail to attend this test, it could delay the process of your claim.
The VA will send you a decision document when the examinations have been completed. If the VA refuses to accept your claim, you have one year from the date of the letter to request a more thorough review.
At this stage, a lawyer is able to help you. VA-accredited lawyers are now involved in the appeals from the beginning, which is an enormous benefit for those who are seeking disability benefits.
How do I appeal a denial?
A denial of disability benefits can be a very frustrating experience. The VA has an appeals process for these decisions. The first step is to make a Notice of Disagreement with the VA regional office, which has sent you the Rating Decision. In your Notice of Disagreement, you have to explain to the VA why you were dissatisfied with their decision. It is not necessary to list every reason, but you should be clear about the issues you don't agree with.
You must also request a C-file or claims file to see what evidence the VA used to arrive at their decision. There are often incomplete or missing records. This could lead to a mistake in the rating.
If you file your NOD, you will be asked to choose whether you want your case reviewed by a Board of Veterans Appeals or a Decision Review officer. In general, you will have a higher chance of success when you opt for a DRO review than with the BVA.
You can request a private hearing with a senior rating expert through the process of a DRO review. The DRO will conduct an examination of your claim on the basis of a "de novo" basis, which means that they will not give any deference to the previous decision. This usually results in an entirely new Rating Decision. Alternatively, you can choose to have your claim reviewed by the BVA in Washington. This is the most time taking appeals route and typically takes one to three years to get an updated decision.
How much will a lawyer charge?
A lawyer can charge a fee if you appeal the VA decision regarding a disability claim. The law currently does not allow lawyers to charge fees for assistance with a claim in the beginning. The fee is only due if the lawyer wins your case or increases your benefits through an appeal. The fees are typically paid directly from any lump-sum payment you receive from the VA.
Veterans can look through the VA's database of attorneys who are accredited or claim agents to find accredited representatives. These individuals have been approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs to represent service members, veterans and their dependents or survivors on a range of issues including pension and disability compensation claims.
Most disability advocates for veterans are paid on the basis of a contingent. They only get paid when they succeed in winning their client's appeal and also receive back pay from VA. The amount of back pay that is paid varies, but may be as high as 20 percent of the claimant's total benefit award.
In rare instances an attorney or agent might decide to charge an hourly rate. This is not common due to two reasons. These matters can take months or even years to be resolved. The second reason is that most veterans and their families are unable to afford to pay for these services on an hourly basis.
Ken counsels veterans of the military to assist them in getting the disability compensation they are entitled to. Ken also represents clients in VA Board of Veterans Appeals hearings.
According to a lawsuit filed by the Yale Law School Veterans Legal Services Clinic this week the Department of Veterans Affairs discriminated for decades against Black veterans by denial of their disability claims.
What is an VA disability?
The disability rating determines the amount of monthly compensation paid to veterans with service-connected disabilities. The rating is based on the severity of the injury or illness and can range from 0% up to 100% in 10% increments (e.g. 20%, 20%, 30% etc). The amount is devoid of tax and provides a basic income to the disabled veteran and his family.
VA offers additional compensation through other programs, such as individual unemployment, clothing allowances prestabilization and hospitalization, automobile allowances, and hospitalization allowances. These are in addition to the basic disability compensation.
The Social Security Administration also gives veterans special credits that they can use to increase their lifetime earnings and qualify for retirement or disability benefits. These credits are referred to as "credit for service."
Many of the conditions that allow disabled veterans for disability benefits are mentioned in the Code of Federal Regulations. However, certain conditions require an expert opinion. An experienced veteran lawyer can help a client obtain this opinion and provide the evidence needed to support the claim for disability benefits.
Sullivan & Kehoe is experienced in representing disabled veterans disability law firm claims and appeals. We are dedicated to assisting our clients obtain the benefits they're entitled to. We have handled thousands disability cases and are familiar with the complexities of VA regulations and laws. Our firm was founded in 1996 by a disabled veteran who after securing his own representation in an appeals hearing before the Board of veterans disability Appeals Hearing in 1996, decided to make veterans' rights a priority for his practice.
How do I file a claim?
First, veterans must locate the medical evidence to prove their disability. This includes X-rays and doctor's reports as well any other documentation pertaining to the veteran's condition. Giving these records to VA is very important. If a veteran doesn't have these documents, they should be given 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 preserves your date of effective for benefits should you prevail in your case.
The VA will schedule your examination after all the information has been received. This will be dependent on the quantity and type of disability you claim. If you fail to attend this test, it could delay the process of your claim.
The VA will send you a decision document when the examinations have been completed. If the VA refuses to accept your claim, you have one year from the date of the letter to request a more thorough review.
At this stage, a lawyer is able to help you. VA-accredited lawyers are now involved in the appeals from the beginning, which is an enormous benefit for those who are seeking disability benefits.
How do I appeal a denial?
A denial of disability benefits can be a very frustrating experience. The VA has an appeals process for these decisions. The first step is to make a Notice of Disagreement with the VA regional office, which has sent you the Rating Decision. In your Notice of Disagreement, you have to explain to the VA why you were dissatisfied with their decision. It is not necessary to list every reason, but you should be clear about the issues you don't agree with.
You must also request a C-file or claims file to see what evidence the VA used to arrive at their decision. There are often incomplete or missing records. This could lead to a mistake in the rating.
If you file your NOD, you will be asked to choose whether you want your case reviewed by a Board of Veterans Appeals or a Decision Review officer. In general, you will have a higher chance of success when you opt for a DRO review than with the BVA.
You can request a private hearing with a senior rating expert through the process of a DRO review. The DRO will conduct an examination of your claim on the basis of a "de novo" basis, which means that they will not give any deference to the previous decision. This usually results in an entirely new Rating Decision. Alternatively, you can choose to have your claim reviewed by the BVA in Washington. This is the most time taking appeals route and typically takes one to three years to get an updated decision.
How much will a lawyer charge?
A lawyer can charge a fee if you appeal the VA decision regarding a disability claim. The law currently does not allow lawyers to charge fees for assistance with a claim in the beginning. The fee is only due if the lawyer wins your case or increases your benefits through an appeal. The fees are typically paid directly from any lump-sum payment you receive from the VA.
Veterans can look through the VA's database of attorneys who are accredited or claim agents to find accredited representatives. These individuals have been approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs to represent service members, veterans and their dependents or survivors on a range of issues including pension and disability compensation claims.
Most disability advocates for veterans are paid on the basis of a contingent. They only get paid when they succeed in winning their client's appeal and also receive back pay from VA. The amount of back pay that is paid varies, but may be as high as 20 percent of the claimant's total benefit award.
In rare instances an attorney or agent might decide to charge an hourly rate. This is not common due to two reasons. These matters can take months or even years to be resolved. The second reason is that most veterans and their families are unable to afford to pay for these services on an hourly basis.
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