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Veterans Disability Litigation
Ken assists veterans in navigating the system to assist them in obtaining the disability compensation they are entitled to. He also represents his clients in VA Board of Veterans Appeals Hearings.
The Department of Veterans Affairs discriminated against Black veterans for years by disproportionately rejecting their disability claims according to a lawsuit filed this week by Yale Law School's Veterans Legal Services Clinic.
What is a VA Disability?
The amount of monetary compensation per month paid to veterans with service-related disabilities is based on their disability rating. The rating is based on the severity of the injury or illness and can range from 0% to 100% in increments of 10 percent (e.g. 20%, 20 percent, 30%, etc.). The amount is devoid of tax and provides a minimum 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 basic disability compensation.
In addition to these benefit programs, in addition, the Social Security Administration gives military veterans special credits to boost their earnings over the course of their lives for disability or retirement benefits. These credits are referred to as "credit for service."
Code of Federal Regulations lists many of the conditions which make a veteran eligible for disability compensation. However, some of these conditions require an expert's advice. An experienced veteran attorney can assist a client obtain this opinion and provide the necessary evidence to support an claim for disability compensation.
Sullivan & Kehoe has extensive experience representing veterans in appeals and claims for disability. We are committed to helping our clients receive the disability benefits they are entitled to. We have handled thousands of disability cases and are knowledgeable in the complicated nature of VA law and procedure. Our firm was established in 1996 by a disabled vet who after securing his own representation in an appeals hearing before the Board of Veterans Appeals Hearing and gaining the support of veterans, made the rights of veterans the top priority in his practice.
How do I make a claim?
Veterans must first locate the medical evidence supporting their disability. This includes X-rays or doctor's notes, as well as any other documentation related to the veteran's condition. Providing these records to the VA is essential. If a veteran does not have these documents then the VA should be notified by the claimant (or their VSO).
The next step is to file an intent to file. This is a form that allows the VA to begin reviewing your claim even before you have all the medical records that you require. The form also keeps the date on which you will receive your compensation benefits in the event you are successful in your case.
If all the required information is in after all the information has been received, the VA will schedule an exam for you. The VA will schedule the exam depending on the amount of disabilities you have and 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 examinations are completed. If the VA rejects your claim, you have one year from the date of the letter to request a higher-level review.
A lawyer can assist you at this point. Lawyers who are accredited by VA can now be involved in appeals right from the beginning, which is an enormous benefit for those seeking disability benefits.
How do I appeal a denial?
A refusal of veterans disability benefits can be a gruelling experience. The VA offers an appeals procedure for these decisions. The first step is submitting a Notice Of Disagreement to the VA regional office which sent you the Rating decision. In your Notice of Disparage, you must inform the VA the reasons you don't agree with their decision. You don't have to list all the reasons however, you must mention all the points you disagree with.
It's also important to request your C-file (claims file) so that you can review the evidence the VA used in making their decision. There are often insufficient or missing records. This could lead to an error in the rating.
When you submit your NOD you will need to decide if you want to have your case reviewed by a Decision-Review Officer or by the Board of Veterans Appeals. In general you'll have a greater chance of success when the DRO reviews your case, compared to if it's reviewed by the BVA.
When you request a DRO review, you have the option of requesting an individual hearing before a senior rating specialist. The DRO will examine your claim "de de novo" which means they will not defer to the previous decision. This usually will result in a brand new Rating Decision. You may also opt to have the BVA in Washington examine your claim. This is the longest taking appeals route and typically takes between one and three years to obtain a new decision.
How much can a lawyer charge?
A lawyer may charge a fee if you appeal an VA decision regarding a disability claim. The current law does not permit lawyers to charge for assistance with a claim in the beginning. The fee is only due in the event that the lawyer wins your case or increases your benefits through an appeal. The fees are typically paid directly from any lump-sum payments you receive from the VA.
Veterans can use the VA's database of attorneys accredited by the VA or claim agents to find accredited representatives. These individuals are accredited by the Department of Veterans Affairs and are able to represent veterans, service members or dependents in a broad range of issues such as pension claims, disability compensation and claims.
Most veterans' disability advocates operate on a contingent basis. This means that they will only be paid if they win the client's appeal and are awarded back payments from the VA. The amount of back pay that is granted varies, but could be as much as 20 percent of the claimant's total past due benefits.
In rare cases, an agent or lawyer might choose to charge an hourly rate. This is not common due to two reasons. These issues can take a long time to be resolved. Additionally, many veterans and their families can't afford to pay on an hourly basis.
Ken assists veterans in navigating the system to assist them in obtaining the disability compensation they are entitled to. He also represents his clients in VA Board of Veterans Appeals Hearings.
The Department of Veterans Affairs discriminated against Black veterans for years by disproportionately rejecting their disability claims according to a lawsuit filed this week by Yale Law School's Veterans Legal Services Clinic.
What is a VA Disability?
The amount of monetary compensation per month paid to veterans with service-related disabilities is based on their disability rating. The rating is based on the severity of the injury or illness and can range from 0% to 100% in increments of 10 percent (e.g. 20%, 20 percent, 30%, etc.). The amount is devoid of tax and provides a minimum 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 basic disability compensation.
In addition to these benefit programs, in addition, the Social Security Administration gives military veterans special credits to boost their earnings over the course of their lives for disability or retirement benefits. These credits are referred to as "credit for service."
Code of Federal Regulations lists many of the conditions which make a veteran eligible for disability compensation. However, some of these conditions require an expert's advice. An experienced veteran attorney can assist a client obtain this opinion and provide the necessary evidence to support an claim for disability compensation.
Sullivan & Kehoe has extensive experience representing veterans in appeals and claims for disability. We are committed to helping our clients receive the disability benefits they are entitled to. We have handled thousands of disability cases and are knowledgeable in the complicated nature of VA law and procedure. Our firm was established in 1996 by a disabled vet who after securing his own representation in an appeals hearing before the Board of Veterans Appeals Hearing and gaining the support of veterans, made the rights of veterans the top priority in his practice.
How do I make a claim?
Veterans must first locate the medical evidence supporting their disability. This includes X-rays or doctor's notes, as well as any other documentation related to the veteran's condition. Providing these records to the VA is essential. If a veteran does not have these documents then the VA should be notified by the claimant (or their VSO).
The next step is to file an intent to file. This is a form that allows the VA to begin reviewing your claim even before you have all the medical records that you require. The form also keeps the date on which you will receive your compensation benefits in the event you are successful in your case.
If all the required information is in after all the information has been received, the VA will schedule an exam for you. The VA will schedule the exam depending on the amount of disabilities you have and 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 examinations are completed. If the VA rejects your claim, you have one year from the date of the letter to request a higher-level review.
A lawyer can assist you at this point. Lawyers who are accredited by VA can now be involved in appeals right from the beginning, which is an enormous benefit for those seeking disability benefits.
How do I appeal a denial?
A refusal of veterans disability benefits can be a gruelling experience. The VA offers an appeals procedure for these decisions. The first step is submitting a Notice Of Disagreement to the VA regional office which sent you the Rating decision. In your Notice of Disparage, you must inform the VA the reasons you don't agree with their decision. You don't have to list all the reasons however, you must mention all the points you disagree with.
It's also important to request your C-file (claims file) so that you can review the evidence the VA used in making their decision. There are often insufficient or missing records. This could lead to an error in the rating.
When you submit your NOD you will need to decide if you want to have your case reviewed by a Decision-Review Officer or by the Board of Veterans Appeals. In general you'll have a greater chance of success when the DRO reviews your case, compared to if it's reviewed by the BVA.
When you request a DRO review, you have the option of requesting an individual hearing before a senior rating specialist. The DRO will examine your claim "de de novo" which means they will not defer to the previous decision. This usually will result in a brand new Rating Decision. You may also opt to have the BVA in Washington examine your claim. This is the longest taking appeals route and typically takes between one and three years to obtain a new decision.
How much can a lawyer charge?
A lawyer may charge a fee if you appeal an VA decision regarding a disability claim. The current law does not permit lawyers to charge for assistance with a claim in the beginning. The fee is only due in the event that the lawyer wins your case or increases your benefits through an appeal. The fees are typically paid directly from any lump-sum payments you receive from the VA.
Veterans can use the VA's database of attorneys accredited by the VA or claim agents to find accredited representatives. These individuals are accredited by the Department of Veterans Affairs and are able to represent veterans, service members or dependents in a broad range of issues such as pension claims, disability compensation and claims.
Most veterans' disability advocates operate on a contingent basis. This means that they will only be paid if they win the client's appeal and are awarded back payments from the VA. The amount of back pay that is granted varies, but could be as much as 20 percent of the claimant's total past due benefits.
In rare cases, an agent or lawyer might choose to charge an hourly rate. This is not common due to two reasons. These issues can take a long time to be resolved. Additionally, many veterans and their families can't afford to pay on an hourly basis.
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