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What impairments are eligible for Veteran benefits?
Common claims
This list is by no means all the case types we handle. This list is used to give you an idea of what issues you may be suffering with and perhaps not realizing that it could be service connected. Veterans definitely do not exit service the same person they were when they first enlisted.
VA Disability Appeals, Nexus Statements
Work with actual attorneys and doctors
The benefits of working with actual attorneys and doctors
The benefits of working with experienced attorneys and doctors who specialize in VA disability appeals cannot be overstated. Here’s why:
1. Expertise in VA Law
Veteran attorneys, accredited agents, and case managers are intimately familiar with the VA system, including the laws, regulations, and precedents that guide VA disability claims and appeals. They know how to navigate complex issues such as service connection denials, increased rating denials, improper rating percentages, and effective date errors. Attorneys, accredited agents, and case managers who are also Veterans bring an added layer of understanding and empathy as they have personally experienced the challenges of the VA process.
2. Personal Assignment of Your Case
When you work with an attorney, accredited agents, and case managers from day one, they can develop a personalized strategy for your case. By assigning your case to a dedicated attorney, you get tailored representation that ensures all the critical aspects of your claim are addressed thoroughly, giving you the best possible chance of success.
3. Exclusive Access to Top-Rated Doctors
Working with experienced attorneys often means gaining access to reputable doctors who specialize in nexus letters, independent medical opinions (IMOs), and Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs). These professionals know what the VA looks for in medical evidence and can provide clear, thorough documentation that supports your case.
4. Collaborative Approach
The partnership between attorneys and medical professionals ensures your claim is both legally sound and supported by strong medical evidence. This collaborative approach bridges the gap between legal advocacy and expert medical evaluations, giving your case the strongest foundation.
5. Empathy and Understanding
Veteran attorneys who have experienced the VA process firsthand are uniquely positioned to understand the emotional toll of being denied benefits. They can guide you through the process with compassion, patience, and a genuine commitment to achieving the best possible outcome for you.
Key Advantages of This Approach
- Maximized Chance of Success: Combining legal expertise with top-notch medical evidence ensures your case is as strong as possible.
- Efficiency and Focus: Both the attorney and doctor are focused solely on your claim, leaving no room for errors or oversights.
- Peace of Mind: You don’t have to navigate the complex VA process alone. With a team of experts, you can rest assured that your case is being handled by the best in the field.
If you would simply like to be referred to a trusted medical clinic for an independent medical opinion or DBQ, please provide your name, address, email, and phone number. With your permission, we can have them contact you directly to discuss your case and next steps.
Veteran Appeals Improvement and Modernization Act
Supplemental Claim
- At this level a VA Form 20-0995 is filed
- You have one year to file this claim after you receive a rating decision letter; or
- You can use this form when reopening previous denied claims.
- New evidence that is new and relevant can be submitted
- VA works to make a decision within 125 days
- If you lose, you can submit new evidence and resubmit a new supplement claim within one year, or you can request a higher level review or the Board of Veteran Appeals lane
- We use this lane when we have new and relevant evidence such as medical docs, nexus statements, service records, buddy statements, miscellaneous evidence, etc.
Higher Level Review
- At this level a VA Form 20-0996 is filed
- You have one year to file this claim after you receive a rating decision letter
- New evidence cannot be submitted
- De Novo is applied which means the review shall not give weight to a previous decision
- If you win, your original effective date of filing is preserved.
- If you lose, you can either file a supplemental claim or an NOD to the BVA
- Many times we use this lane when there is a clear mistake in the decision and/or we have existing evidence that was not reviewed or applied incorrectly
Board of Veteran Appeals Review Lane
- At this level a VA Form 10182 is filed
- There are three lanes at this level to choose from
- You can file a fully developed appeal that is ready for immediate decision with no additional evidence, you can file for a hearing request in which you can request to submit additional evidence and finally a request to not have a hearing
- If you lose, you can file a supplemental claim within one year or you can file a Court of Appeals for Veteran Claims within 120 days
- If you win at either level, your original effective will be preserved