Veterans Disability Law

Veterans disability law covers a range of issues. We will work to make sure you receive the benefits that you are entitled to.

The VA claim process was developed to be user-friendly by Congress. We make sure your application is completed and tracked your case through the process.

USERRA requires employers to make reasonable accommodations available to employees with disabilities that are incurred or aggravated in military service. Title I of ADA prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in hiring, promotions and pay as well as in training, as well as other terms, conditions of employment, and privileges.

Appeal

Many veterans are denied disability benefits or are given low ratings that ought to be higher. A veteran benefits lawyer can help you appeal to the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims. The process is complicated with specific rules and procedures that must be followed, and the law changes constantly. A knowledgeable lawyer can guide you through the process, guide you determine what evidence you should included in your appeal, and help you build a strong argument for your claim.

The VA appeals process starts with the filing of a Notice of Disagreement (NOD). It is important to make clear in your NOD as to why you do not agree with the decision. You don't need to list every reason you don't agree with the decision, but only the ones that are relevant.

The NoD is filed within one year of the date of the unfavorable decision you want to appeal. You could be granted an extension if you need additional time to prepare your NOD.

After the NOD is submitted, you will be provided with an appointment for hearing. You must bring your attorney to the hearing. The judge will look over your evidence prior to making a decision. A good lawyer will make sure that all of the necessary evidence is exhibited during your hearing. This includes all service records, medical records, and any C&P tests.

Disability Benefits

Veterans suffering from a chronic physical or mental condition that was caused or worsened by their military service might be eligible for disability benefits. These veterans may receive monthly monetary compensation based on their disability rating, which is a percentage which indicates the severity of their condition.

Our New York disability lawyers work to ensure that soddy daisy veterans disability lawsuit receive the full benefits they're entitled to. We help veterans to file an application and get the required medical records and other documents, fill out required forms, and keep track of the progress of the VA.

We also can assist with appeals of any VA decision, including denials of benefits, disagreements on a percentage evaluation or disputes regarding the effective date for an evaluation. Our firm will ensure that the first Statement of the Case is well-prepared and that any additional SOCs that contain all the relevant details are filed in the event that the case is brought to an appeals court.

Our lawyers can assist veterans suffering from disabilities related to their military service when applying for vocational rehabilitation services. This program is designed to pnderstanding of veteran-related issues. They can also reach out to Job Accommodation Network for free advice and consultation on the ADA and other disability laws.

Reasonable Accommodations

Many veterans with disabilities that are related to their service experience difficult to find employment. To help them, the Department of Labor funds EARN the nation's most trusted resource for information and job vacancies. The Office of Disability Employment Policy provides this free phone and electronic system to connect employers with disabled veterans looking for jobs.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) bans discrimination on basis of a disability when it comes to hiring, promotions and benefits, as well as other terms and conditions of employment. The ADA also limits the information employers can request about a person's medical history and prohibits harassment and revenge due to disability. The ADA defines disability as the condition that significantly restricts one or more of the major activities of daily living, like hearing and walking, breathing, seeing. Sitting, standing and working, as well as learning and so on. The ADA excludes certain ailments that are common among veterans, for example hearing loss and post-traumatic stress disorders (PTSD).

Employers must make accommodations for disabled veterans who require accommodations in order to perform their duties. This is the case unless the accommodation creates unnecessary hardship for the contractor. This includes altering equipment, providing training, delegating duties to other jobs or facilities, and buying adaptive hardware or software. For instance in the event that an employee is blind or visually impaired, an employer must acquire adaptive software and hardware for computers as well as electronic visual aids, Braille and talking calculators devices. Employers must offer furniture with higher or lower surfaces or purchase keyboards and mice that are adapted for people who have limited physical strength.