The rigors of military service can lead servicemembers to develop various mental health issues, such as depression. Depression symptoms resulting from one’s experiences in the military can have a debilitating effect on one’s life, making it more challenging to maintain relationships or hold down steady employment. However, service-connected depression may entitle a veteran to financial…
The VA sometimes reevaluates cases of veterans receiving disability benefits to determine the current state of the veteran’s disability. Changes in a veteran’s medical condition may result in adjustments to their disability benefits, potentially increasing benefits if the veteran’s disability worsens or reducing or eliminating benefits if the veteran’s condition improves. As a result, veterans…
When you experience severe disabilities due to medical conditions resulting from your military service, you may become unable to hold down a job, making VA disability benefits critical to affording living expenses. Although a 100 percent disability rating can maximize your benefits, what happens if the VA assigns you a high rating, but doesn’t rate…
Understanding what you need to do to appeal an unfavorable decision on a VA disability benefits claim can help you secure the financial resources you deserve for serving your country. Initial VA Decisions and Your Right to Appeal When a veteran applies for disability benefits, the VA will review the veteran’s application, medical records, service…
When you receive a total disability rating of 70 percent or more for a service-connected medical condition, you may become eligible for a certain level of financial compensation from the VA, plus various additional benefits and services provided through the VA and state and local government agencies. Monthly Compensation for a 70 Percent Disability Rating…
Many veterans have their VA disability claims denied. However, many denials occur due to mistakes or oversights. Fortunately, veterans have options for responding when their claims get denied for correctable reasons. Common Reasons for VA Disability Claim Denials Although VA disability claims get denied for various reasons, several bases for denying disability claims appear more…
Receiving VA disability benefits can provide financial support for veterans dealing with service-connected disabilities. While the VA often provides ongoing support, there are circumstances that can lead to the termination of your benefits. Understanding these reasons and knowing your options is essential to protect the benefits you deserve. Your Ohio veterans disability attorney explains why…
The Department of Veterans Affairs offers disability benefits to qualifying veterans dealing with mental health challenges or physical disabilities resulting from their time in service. Those benefits are available whether your service involved direct combat or you served stateside. While both combat and non-combat veterans qualify for benefits, the nuances of the claims process can…
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can be one of the most debilitating disabilities veterans experience. It impacts your daily life and keeps you from being able to live the way you want after leaving the service. Depending on the severity of your PTSD, you may be able to file a disability claim with the VA. Your…
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has a legal obligation known as the “Duty to Assist,” designed to help you gather the necessary information to support disability claims claim. Understanding the scope and limitations of this duty is crucial for veterans seeking the benefits they rightfully deserve. This post will break down what the Duty…