Is it necessary for a veteran to have help with his claim? (Video)
Transcript: Yes it is. As far as the initial application is concerned, the Veteran Service Organizations can help a veteran make his claim. After that claim is denied, it’s best to obtain professional advice.
What Advice Can You Give To A Veteran Applying For Benefits?
Transcript I think when they hear veterans tell me they’ve been advised to keep re-applying. Well, that’s bad advice. It’s almost always better to appeal the claim instead of re-applying.
2017 VA Disability Chart With Compensation Rates
If you’re a veteran who was injured or suffered a serious illness while combat, then you may be able to request disability benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). After filing the initial claim to the VA, and proving that your disability is service connected, among other evaluations, the next step is for the […]
At what point in the process should I consider hiring an attorney?
Transcript For long-term disability claims, it’s important to have help almost immediately. You should file your claim with the insurance company on your own, but shortly after that, you should find someone to help you with your claim. The reason is because the insurance companies and their people who work for them are not your […]
What is “Gainful Employment” for Long Term Disability?
When trying to better understand long-term disability, or when applying for disability benefits for your long-term disability, one term that you may come across is “gainful employment.” In short, this term refers to an LTD applicant’s ability to work, and if an individual is unable to engage in a substantial gainful activity (SGA), then he/she may be […]
How long have you been representing long-term disability claimants?
Transcript: I’ve represented long-term claimants since approximately the year 2000. Prior to that, we had experience representing disability claimants, but not long-term disability claimants. My first long-term disability client was also a social security disability client, and she insisted that I help her with her long-term disability. At that point in time, I had not […]
What Do I Do If the VA Lowers My Veterans Benefits?
Many veterans make the mistake of thinking that once they receive their VA disability benefits, the fight is ultimately over. Unfortunately, the fight isn’t quite over, as the VA can reduce or terminate benefits under certain circumstances later on. If this has happened to you, then it’s natural to feel frustrated, cheated, and a whole […]
Does my injury or illness have to be work-related to receive long-term disability?
Transcript: The simple is “No.” The injury or illness can be related to anything. It doesn’t have to be work-related; however, if one has a pre-existing injury, the insurance policy will not allow for benefits for pre-existing injury if the disability occurs during a certain period of time. So, it’s a very critical issue, in […]
VA Reexaminations – How To Protect Your Veterans Benefits
Once you have received your VA disability benefits, you are able to access the care and help you need without worries or stress about finances or other matters. It is for this reason why VA disability benefits are so essential to our disabled veterans. However, it’s essential to remember that your benefits might not be available […]