Veterans Disability Lawyers

A veteran disability lawyer will guide you through the entire process of claiming. From gathering medical and service proof to filing an appeal against a denied claim, a veteran disability lawyer can assist you throughout the claims process.

Select a veteran disability attorney that specializes in these types of cases and is familiar with the VA system. This will ensure that your case is given the attention it deserves.

Proving Service Connection

The VA will only provide disability benefits if it's proved that your condition is directly related to your military service. This is known as a "nexus. There are many types of evidence to prove this connection. This includes medical records, independent health assessments (IME) or a nexus letter from current health care providers (especially in the case of mental health conditions). There are occasions when veterans have medically determined disabilities, but they cannot be considered service-connected due to insufficient or missing records. These cases require the assistance of experienced New York disability lawyers who know how to make an accurate claim and submit evidence that is confirmed by unbiased experts.

It is much easier to prove the direct connection between your service and injuries or illnesses that you sustained while in the military. If you were injured during your military service and now suffer from headaches or concussions, it is easier to establish a direct connection to the service.

It is more difficult to be service-connected if there was an existing medical condition that was worsened during your military service. To show that your time in service was a catalyst for the worsening or aggravation of a pre-exist condition, you will need to present medical evidence from an expert that is "clear and undisputed".

Appealing an Denial

The VA will review your case after you have submitted your application and provided medical proof. The VA usually issues a decision approving or denying benefits. If the decision is not favorable the veteran has one year to file a Notice of Disagreement. A veterans disability lawyer can assist the claimant in navigating the three decision review options that include an additional claim, a higher-level review or a direct appeal to the Board of Veterans' Appeals.

When deciding on when choosing a New York veterans disability lawyer Take into consideration whether they have a good understanding of your military experience and culture of the armed forces. This can make it easier for you and lessen the requirement to explain your situation and experiences in layman's terms.

You should also find a firm who will continue to work on your case throughout the entire duration of your appeal. Beware of firms that assist you in the initial stages of your claim, and then vanish.

A seasoned New York veterans disability attorney can help you through all phases of your claim and appeals, including the appeals procedure. They can assist you in submitting more medical evidence, file an official hearing and represent you in any Board sessions to ensure that your case is handled in a fair and fair manner. They can also help you win you benefits, such as cash compensations, aid or education benefits, attendance benefits, or unemployment.

How do I obtain a higher rating

There may be a point that your disability becomes more severe, or your symptoms get more complex or broader. In that situation it's sensible to seek a higher rating. A veterans disability lawyer can assist with this process, and can assist you in finding evidence to back your request.

It's not unusual to see the VA to make errors, which could result in a lower rating than you deserve. If they miss an injury or ignore a condition which could be linked to other disabilities in order to get an increase in rating it's important to have an expert look over your records to spot any mistakes.

Even the fact that it's been more one year since the initial rating decision, you can file an additional review or claim. This involves a thorough review of your file. It could result in a change to your effective date or a new rating that's more accurate to what you truly feel.

It's also advisable to file an additional claim or a more thorough review if you're arguing that you are entitled to a disability rating of 100 percent or more. A disability lawyer can help you develop an argument that supports this type of rating, which is reserved for extremely debilitating disabilities. A mental illness like this one, for instance, may qualify you for a 100 percent disability rating, as it could affect your job or cause frequent hospitalizations that are not typically triggering this level for a heart problem or other medical issues.

Getting help with the Appeals Process

Contrary to what some may believe that denying a disability claim by the VA isn't the end of a person's chances to receive benefits. In fact, a former military member has one year from the date their local veterans hospital or office mails them a decision that is not favorable to appeal.

An experienced veterans disability lawyer can assist a veteran to determine which of the three appeals routes is the best option for their situation. They can also help with gathering the evidence required to convince a higher-level reviewer their previous decision was wrong. They can also provide a veteran with a more formal hearing in before an Veterans Law judge.

The greatest benefit of having a New York veteran disability attorney handle your appeal is that they can provide the personalized attention your claim needs. They also have extensive experience in handling VA disability claims, and they know the rules and procedure in detail. Additionally, some attorneys are veterans themselves, which means that they understand the issues disabled veterans face. This can create a special type of empathy which can improve the outcome of a veterans' disability case.

Sullivan & Kehoe can review your VA disability claim for free to determine if we are able to help you. Contact us today to set up your complimentary evaluation.