Veterans Disability Lawyer in Boston
If you are a veteran and would like to pursue a VA claim or a higher rating, please contact Rob Levine Law for legal assistance on the matter. Get started today.
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January 24, 2025
How an Experienced Veterans Disability Lawyer Can Help
First of all, in order to receive veterans disability benefits, you must meet the eligibility requirements. The biggest determining factor of this will be proving that you have a disability, and that it is directly related to your military service. This is not always as easy as it sounds. Often times, veterans are either denied VA benefits, or their rating is too low. With the help of a Boston veterans disability lawyer, there is a much better chance of obtaining these well-deserved benefits.
Common Disabilities That Veterans Suffer From
Being in the military is a tough job, which is why it is reserved for the most dedicated men and women. However, war is something that is serious enough to affect even the strongest types. After being in the military, there is a wide range of injuries that a veteran may suffer from, both mentally and physically. Here are but a few:
- Post-traumatic stress disorder
- Brain injuries
- Lost limbs
- Depression
- Tinnitus
- Radiation
- Effects from chemical exposure
- Many other disabilities
FAQs About Your VA Disability Claim
Can I receive VA disability compensation and continue to work?
In the Social Security disability system, in order to receive benefits, the standard is, “you are not capable of any form of gainful employment.” Unlike Social Security Disability, you can work while receiving VA disability compensation. Your VA disability benefits is based on how your service-connected disabilities impact your ability to work.
Can I receive VA disability compensation and Social Security Disability benefits at the same time?
Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) does not have a barrier to net worth or income provisions. Regardless of the home, the vehicle you own, or investments you’ve made – or alimony or pension from previous employment, this would not prohibit you from receiving SSDI. Similarly, this would not prohibit you from qualifying and receiving VA disability benefits. Even if you were to qualify for a 100% TDIU rating, you would still qualify for SSDI benefits either under the SSDI guidelines or the VA Disability guidelines.
How long will the VA take to decide my disability case?
The average length of time to adjudicate any claim or appeal depends on many factors, including the type of appeal or claim, the Regional Office, the number of disabilities to decide, any necessary development, and the overall complexity of the case. Cases in the VA’s legacy appeal system can take years. In contrast, the VA has set the following timeliness goal for adjudicating AMA appeals:
- Supplemental Claims: within 125 days
- Higher Level Review: within 125 days
- Board of Veterans’ Appeals – Direct Review Docket: within 365 days
- Board of Veterans’ Appeals – Evidence and Hearing Docket: over 365 days
Do I have to hire a Veterans Disability lawyer?
No, the VA does not require you to hire a lawyer for your appeal. However, remember that the VA also unfairly denied your benefits. Statistics show that veterans with representation receive more benefits, faster. The Veterans Disability attorneys at Rob Levine Law know the law as well as the ins and outs of the VA system. When you combine an experienced, knowledgeable Veterans Disability attorney with a veteran who can assist by explaining the details of the facts of a case, there is no better team to help you get the disability benefits that you deserve.
Can You Receive VA Disability Benefits with a OTH Discharge?
Yes, if there are mitigating circumstances (like mental illness or TBI) that explain the conduct that resulted in the less-than-honorable discharge. These types of cases can often last years without an experienced representative who can overcome VA’s negative assessment of your military discharge. Learn more about the Character of Discharge Determination process here.
What does a Veterans Disability lawyer do?
An effective attorney can put you in a position to win your appeal the first time around, saving you years of disappointment and frustration. Veterans’ claims often get caught in a cycle of denial, appeal, remand, denial, appeal, remand, denial, appeal, remand, and so on. An experienced attorney can effectively present the law and the facts to the VA the first time around, which in many instances gets veterans their disability benefits faster. When you choose our dedicated team of experts at Rob Levine Law to represent you, we take an all-hands-on-deck approach to win your case. As part of our proven process, our team will:
- File your appeal with the VA;
- Construct a personalized evidence development plan tailored to each claim;
- Perform cutting-edge service record and medical research;
- Draft a comprehensive legal brief in support of your appeal; and
- Routinely follow up with you to provide an update on the status of your case.
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Notable Case Results
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Client was crossing Pawtucket Avenue in East Providence when he was struck by a car. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Our office represented the family, getting them the full policy limits.
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Client was riding his motorcycle on Londsale Avenue in Pawtucket. Defendant took a left out of a side street and slammed directly into our client on their motorcycle. Client was rushed to Rhode Island hospital, trauma 1 center where they attempted to perform surgery but the client passed away from his injuries. Rob Levine Law represented his 12 year old son who was left without a father. The settlement provided for an immediate lump-sum payment for his son and structured significant payments to him every month for 10 years once he becomes an adult.
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We represented two clients that were jetskiing in Newport. Another jetski hit them causing severe injuries, as they were rushed to Rhode Island Hospital. Each had fractures to their extremities. We were able to settle for defendants policy limits.
$1,005,000
Veteran that after years of serving in the US Air Force in the early 1980s, she suffered from PTSD and was a sexual misconduct victim in the service. Our firm won over a million dollars in back benefits for the vet.
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I have been working with Rob Levine Law for a few years now on receiving Disability benefits. I was approved recently thanks to my wonderful lawyer and her associates. Thank you also Jean Munoz for helping me navigate through the process. Thank you to the Rob Levine team that helped me receive my benefits. I’m forever grateful.
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I truly would like to thank Rob Levine Law and especially his assistant Grezza Brecio she has been very kind and patient with my case. She also was very professional and on point with every document that was needed to have me approved less than two Months for my SSDI. Thank you once again Grezza Brecio you are true blessing to me!
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