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Veterans Disability Litigation
Ken assists veterans in navigating the system to help them get the disability benefits they deserve. Ken also represents his clients at VA Board of Veterans Appeals Hearings.
The Department of Veterans Affairs discriminated against Black veterans for decades by disproportionately rejecting their disability claims as per 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 monthly compensation paid to veterans who have service-related disabilities. This rating is determined by the severity of an injury or illness, and can range between 0% and 100% in increments of 10% (e.g. 20%, 30 percent, etc.). The compensation is not subject to tax and provides a basic amount of income to the disabled veteran and his family.
The VA also offers other programs that offer additional compensation, such as individual unemployment, auto allowance, clothing allowance, and prestabilization and hospitalization benefits. These are in addition to basic disability compensation.
The Social Security Administration also gives veterans disability attorney a special credit they can utilize to increase their lifetime earnings so that they can qualify for retirement or disability benefits. These extra credits are called "credit for service."
Code of Federal Regulations lists several conditions that make a veteran eligible for disability compensation. However, certain conditions require an expert opinion. A seasoned lawyer with experience can assist a client to obtain this opinion and provide the evidence needed to prove an application for disability compensation.
Sullivan & Kehoe is experienced in representing veterans with disabilities claims and appeals. We are committed to helping our clients obtain the disability benefits they deserve. We have handled thousands of disability cases and we are well-versed with the complexities of VA rules and regulations. Our firm was established in 1996 by a disabled veteran who, after successfully representing himself at a Board of Veterans Appeals Hearing and gaining the support of veterans, made the rights of veterans a priority for his practice.
How do I file a claim?
The first step is to track down the medical evidence supporting their impairment. This could include X-rays, doctor's notes, as well any other documentation pertaining to the veteran's condition. It is important to provide these documents to the VA. If a veteran does not have these documents, they should be provided to the VA by the claimant or their VSO (veteran service organization).
The next step is a filing of an intention to file. This is a form that permits the VA to review your claim before you have all the information and medical records you need. The form also keeps the date on which you will receive your compensation benefits in case you are successful in your case.
When all the data is submitted When all the information is submitted, the VA will arrange an examination for you. The VA will schedule an exam according to the number of disabilities as well as the type you claim. If you fail to attend this test, it could delay the process of your claim.
The VA will send you a decision-making package after the tests have been completed. If the VA decides to deny the claim, you have a year to request a higher level review.
A lawyer can help you in this situation. Attorneys accredited by VA can be involved in the appeals process from the beginning, which is hugely beneficial to those who are seeking disability benefits.
How do I appeal a denial?
A denial of disability benefits can be a very frustrating experience. Thankfully the VA has an appeals process for these decisions. The first step is to make a Notice of Disagreement with the VA regional office that sent you the Rating Decision. In your Notice Of Disagreement, you should explain to the VA why you are not happy with their decision. You don't have to give every reason, but you should list all the points you disagree with.
It's also crucial to request your C-file (claims file) so that you can review the evidence that the VA used in making their decision. In many cases, there are missing or insufficient records. In some cases, this can lead to an error in the rating decision.
When you file 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. In general you'll have a higher chance of success when the DRO reviews your case, compared to when it's reviewed by BVA.
You can request a personal hearing with an expert in senior ratings through an DRO review. The DRO will conduct an investigation of your claim on an "de novo" basis, which means that they will not give deference to the previous decision. This typically results in an entirely new Rating Decision. You may also opt to request that the BVA in Washington review your claim. This is the longest appeals process and can take up to three years to reach an appeal to be heard.
How much can a lawyer charge?
Lawyers can charge a fee to assist appeal an VA decision regarding an appeal for disability. The law in place today does not allow lawyers to charge fees for initial assistance in a claim. This is due to the fact that the fee is contingent on the lawyer winning your case, or having your benefits increased through an appeal. These fees are usually paid directly from any lump-sum payments you receive from the VA.
Veterans may find accredited representatives through the VA's searchable database for licensed attorneys or claims agents. These people are accredited by the Department of Veterans Affairs and are able to represent service members, veterans or dependents in a vast spectrum of cases including disability compensation claims and pension claims.
The majority of veterans' disability advocates are paid on an ad-hoc basis. This means that they are only paid if they succeed in winning the client's appeal and receive back pay from the VA. The amount of backpay that is awarded can vary but can be as high as 20 percent of a claimant's past due benefits.
In rare cases, an agent or attorney might decide to charge on an an hourly basis. This isn't often the case due to two reasons. First, these cases are usually time-consuming and can last for months or even years. The second reason is that most veterans and their families are unable to afford to pay on an hourly basis.
Ken assists veterans in navigating the system to help them get the disability benefits they deserve. Ken also represents his clients at VA Board of Veterans Appeals Hearings.
The Department of Veterans Affairs discriminated against Black veterans for decades by disproportionately rejecting their disability claims as per 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 monthly compensation paid to veterans who have service-related disabilities. This rating is determined by the severity of an injury or illness, and can range between 0% and 100% in increments of 10% (e.g. 20%, 30 percent, etc.). The compensation is not subject to tax and provides a basic amount of income to the disabled veteran and his family.
The VA also offers other programs that offer additional compensation, such as individual unemployment, auto allowance, clothing allowance, and prestabilization and hospitalization benefits. These are in addition to basic disability compensation.
The Social Security Administration also gives veterans disability attorney a special credit they can utilize to increase their lifetime earnings so that they can qualify for retirement or disability benefits. These extra credits are called "credit for service."
Code of Federal Regulations lists several conditions that make a veteran eligible for disability compensation. However, certain conditions require an expert opinion. A seasoned lawyer with experience can assist a client to obtain this opinion and provide the evidence needed to prove an application for disability compensation.
Sullivan & Kehoe is experienced in representing veterans with disabilities claims and appeals. We are committed to helping our clients obtain the disability benefits they deserve. We have handled thousands of disability cases and we are well-versed with the complexities of VA rules and regulations. Our firm was established in 1996 by a disabled veteran who, after successfully representing himself at a Board of Veterans Appeals Hearing and gaining the support of veterans, made the rights of veterans a priority for his practice.
How do I file a claim?
The first step is to track down the medical evidence supporting their impairment. This could include X-rays, doctor's notes, as well any other documentation pertaining to the veteran's condition. It is important to provide these documents to the VA. If a veteran does not have these documents, they should be provided to the VA by the claimant or their VSO (veteran service organization).
The next step is a filing of an intention to file. This is a form that permits the VA to review your claim before you have all the information and medical records you need. The form also keeps the date on which you will receive your compensation benefits in case you are successful in your case.
When all the data is submitted When all the information is submitted, the VA will arrange an examination for you. The VA will schedule an exam according to the number of disabilities as well as the type you claim. If you fail to attend this test, it could delay the process of your claim.
The VA will send you a decision-making package after the tests have been completed. If the VA decides to deny the claim, you have a year to request a higher level review.
A lawyer can help you in this situation. Attorneys accredited by VA can be involved in the appeals process from the beginning, which is hugely beneficial to those who are seeking disability benefits.
How do I appeal a denial?
A denial of disability benefits can be a very frustrating experience. Thankfully the VA has an appeals process for these decisions. The first step is to make a Notice of Disagreement with the VA regional office that sent you the Rating Decision. In your Notice Of Disagreement, you should explain to the VA why you are not happy with their decision. You don't have to give every reason, but you should list all the points you disagree with.
It's also crucial to request your C-file (claims file) so that you can review the evidence that the VA used in making their decision. In many cases, there are missing or insufficient records. In some cases, this can lead to an error in the rating decision.
When you file 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. In general you'll have a higher chance of success when the DRO reviews your case, compared to when it's reviewed by BVA.
You can request a personal hearing with an expert in senior ratings through an DRO review. The DRO will conduct an investigation of your claim on an "de novo" basis, which means that they will not give deference to the previous decision. This typically results in an entirely new Rating Decision. You may also opt to request that the BVA in Washington review your claim. This is the longest appeals process and can take up to three years to reach an appeal to be heard.
How much can a lawyer charge?
Lawyers can charge a fee to assist appeal an VA decision regarding an appeal for disability. The law in place today does not allow lawyers to charge fees for initial assistance in a claim. This is due to the fact that the fee is contingent on the lawyer winning your case, or having your benefits increased through an appeal. These fees are usually paid directly from any lump-sum payments you receive from the VA.
Veterans may find accredited representatives through the VA's searchable database for licensed attorneys or claims agents. These people are accredited by the Department of Veterans Affairs and are able to represent service members, veterans or dependents in a vast spectrum of cases including disability compensation claims and pension claims.
The majority of veterans' disability advocates are paid on an ad-hoc basis. This means that they are only paid if they succeed in winning the client's appeal and receive back pay from the VA. The amount of backpay that is awarded can vary but can be as high as 20 percent of a claimant's past due benefits.
In rare cases, an agent or attorney might decide to charge on an an hourly basis. This isn't often the case due to two reasons. First, these cases are usually time-consuming and can last for months or even years. The second reason is that most veterans and their families are unable to afford to pay on an hourly basis.
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