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Veterans Disability Litigation
Ken assists veterans to get the disability benefits they deserve. Ken also represents clients in VA Board of Veterans Appeals hearings.
According to a lawsuit filed by the Yale Law School veterans disability Legal Services Clinic this week, the Department of Veterans Affairs discriminated for decades against Black veterans by disproportionately denying their disability claims.
What is an VA disability?
The amount of monthly monetary compensation that veterans receive for disabilities resulting from service is based on their disability rating. The rating is based on the severity of an illness or injury and can range from 0% and 100% in increments of 10 percent (e.g. 20 percent 30%, 20%, etc.). The compensation is free of tax and provides a basic source of income to the disabled veteran and his family.
The VA also has other programs that provide additional compensation such as the individual unemployed, the automobile allowance, clothing allowance and prestabilization and hospitalization benefits. These benefits are in addition to the basic disability compensation.
The Social Security Administration also gives veterans disability special credits that they can use to increase their lifetime earnings and be eligible for disability or retirement benefits. These extra credits are known as "credit for service."
A majority of the conditions that make an individual for disability compensation are described in the Code of Federal Regulations. Some of these conditions, however require an expert's opinion. A seasoned veteran attorney can help a customer obtain this opinion, and supply the evidence needed to support an claim for disability compensation.
Sullivan & Kehoe is experienced in representing veterans with disabilities claims and appeals. We are committed to helping our clients get the disability benefits they are entitled to. We have handled thousands of disability cases and are proficient in the complicated nature of VA law and procedure. Our firm was founded by a disabled veteran who made fighting for veterans' rights a top priority in his practice after successfully representing himself at an appeal to the Board of Veterans Appeals hearing.
How do I make a claim?
Veterans must first gather the medical evidence that proves their disability. This includes any X-rays, doctor's reports, or other documents relevant to their medical condition. It is vital to provide these documents to the VA. If a veteran doesn't have these documents then the VA must be informed by the claimant (or their VSO).
The next step is to fill out an intent to file. This form lets the VA review your claim even before you have the proper information and medical records. This form also protects the date you can start receiving your compensation benefits in the event that you are successful in your case.
When all the information is received after all the information has been received, the VA will arrange an examination for you. The VA will schedule an examination based on the amount of disabilities you have and the type of disability you claim. Don't miss this exam because it could delay the processing of your claim.
After the examinations have been completed after which after the examinations are completed, VA will review the evidence and send you a confirmation packet. If the VA rejects your claim, you have a year from the date of the letter to request a higher-level review.
A lawyer can help you at this point. VA-accredited attorneys can now get involved in the appeals process from the beginning, which is a a huge benefit to those who seek disability benefits.
How do I appeal a denial?
Denial of benefits for disability suffered by veterans can be frustrating. The VA offers an appeals procedure for these decisions. The first step is to submit the Notice of Disagreement to the VA regional office, which will then send you the Rating decision. In your Notice Of Disagreement you should state to the VA why you are not happy with their decision. It is not necessary to list all of the reasons, but you should mention all the points you disagree with.
You should also request your C file or claims file to see what evidence the VA used to arrive at their decision. In many cases there are no or insufficient records. In certain cases this could result in an error in the rating decision.
When you file your NOD, it is up to you to decide if would like to have your case considered by a Decision Review Officer or by the Board of Veterans Appeals. In general you'll have more of a chance of success if the DRO examines your case rather than if it's viewed by the BVA.
You can request a personal hearing with an expert in senior rating through the process of a DRO review. The DRO will review your claim "de de novo", meaning that they will not rely on the previous decision. This usually results in a new Rating Decision. You can also request that the BVA in Washington examine your claim. This is the time lengthy appeals procedure and typically takes between one and three years to obtain an updated decision.
How much does a lawyer charge?
A lawyer can charge a fee for helping you appeal an VA disability decision. However, current law prohibits lawyers from charging fees to assist with a claim. This is due to the fact that the fee has to be 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 are able to search the database of attorneys accredited by the VA or claim agents to find accredited representatives. They are vetted by the Department of Veterans Affairs and can represent veterans, service members or dependents in a wide spectrum of cases such as pension claims and disability compensation claims.
The majority of veterans' disability advocates are paid on the basis of a contingent. They only get paid when they succeed in winning their client's appeal and they receive back pay from 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 attorney or agent may choose to charge an hourly rate. However, this is uncommon for two reasons. First, these situations tend to be time-consuming and can take months or even years. Second, many veterans and their families are unable to afford an hourly fee.
Ken assists veterans to get the disability benefits they deserve. Ken also represents clients in VA Board of Veterans Appeals hearings.
According to a lawsuit filed by the Yale Law School veterans disability Legal Services Clinic this week, the Department of Veterans Affairs discriminated for decades against Black veterans by disproportionately denying their disability claims.
What is an VA disability?
The amount of monthly monetary compensation that veterans receive for disabilities resulting from service is based on their disability rating. The rating is based on the severity of an illness or injury and can range from 0% and 100% in increments of 10 percent (e.g. 20 percent 30%, 20%, etc.). The compensation is free of tax and provides a basic source of income to the disabled veteran and his family.
The VA also has other programs that provide additional compensation such as the individual unemployed, the automobile allowance, clothing allowance and prestabilization and hospitalization benefits. These benefits are in addition to the basic disability compensation.
The Social Security Administration also gives veterans disability special credits that they can use to increase their lifetime earnings and be eligible for disability or retirement benefits. These extra credits are known as "credit for service."
A majority of the conditions that make an individual for disability compensation are described in the Code of Federal Regulations. Some of these conditions, however require an expert's opinion. A seasoned veteran attorney can help a customer obtain this opinion, and supply the evidence needed to support an claim for disability compensation.
Sullivan & Kehoe is experienced in representing veterans with disabilities claims and appeals. We are committed to helping our clients get the disability benefits they are entitled to. We have handled thousands of disability cases and are proficient in the complicated nature of VA law and procedure. Our firm was founded by a disabled veteran who made fighting for veterans' rights a top priority in his practice after successfully representing himself at an appeal to the Board of Veterans Appeals hearing.
How do I make a claim?
Veterans must first gather the medical evidence that proves their disability. This includes any X-rays, doctor's reports, or other documents relevant to their medical condition. It is vital to provide these documents to the VA. If a veteran doesn't have these documents then the VA must be informed by the claimant (or their VSO).
The next step is to fill out an intent to file. This form lets the VA review your claim even before you have the proper information and medical records. This form also protects the date you can start receiving your compensation benefits in the event that you are successful in your case.
When all the information is received after all the information has been received, the VA will arrange an examination for you. The VA will schedule an examination based on the amount of disabilities you have and the type of disability you claim. Don't miss this exam because it could delay the processing of your claim.
After the examinations have been completed after which after the examinations are completed, VA will review the evidence and send you a confirmation packet. If the VA rejects your claim, you have a year from the date of the letter to request a higher-level review.
A lawyer can help you at this point. VA-accredited attorneys can now get involved in the appeals process from the beginning, which is a a huge benefit to those who seek disability benefits.
How do I appeal a denial?
Denial of benefits for disability suffered by veterans can be frustrating. The VA offers an appeals procedure for these decisions. The first step is to submit the Notice of Disagreement to the VA regional office, which will then send you the Rating decision. In your Notice Of Disagreement you should state to the VA why you are not happy with their decision. It is not necessary to list all of the reasons, but you should mention all the points you disagree with.
You should also request your C file or claims file to see what evidence the VA used to arrive at their decision. In many cases there are no or insufficient records. In certain cases this could result in an error in the rating decision.
When you file your NOD, it is up to you to decide if would like to have your case considered by a Decision Review Officer or by the Board of Veterans Appeals. In general you'll have more of a chance of success if the DRO examines your case rather than if it's viewed by the BVA.
You can request a personal hearing with an expert in senior rating through the process of a DRO review. The DRO will review your claim "de de novo", meaning that they will not rely on the previous decision. This usually results in a new Rating Decision. You can also request that the BVA in Washington examine your claim. This is the time lengthy appeals procedure and typically takes between one and three years to obtain an updated decision.
How much does a lawyer charge?
A lawyer can charge a fee for helping you appeal an VA disability decision. However, current law prohibits lawyers from charging fees to assist with a claim. This is due to the fact that the fee has to be 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 are able to search the database of attorneys accredited by the VA or claim agents to find accredited representatives. They are vetted by the Department of Veterans Affairs and can represent veterans, service members or dependents in a wide spectrum of cases such as pension claims and disability compensation claims.
The majority of veterans' disability advocates are paid on the basis of a contingent. They only get paid when they succeed in winning their client's appeal and they receive back pay from 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 attorney or agent may choose to charge an hourly rate. However, this is uncommon for two reasons. First, these situations tend to be time-consuming and can take months or even years. Second, many veterans and their families are unable to afford an hourly fee.
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