New Haven Veterans’ Disability Lawyer
ROB LEVINE, NEW HAVEN VETERANS’ DISABILITY LAWYER
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Our New Haven veterans disability lawyers are here to help you with your claims situation. We have years of experience, and we know how to get your claim or appeal handled quickly and competently.
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HOW AN EXPERIENCED HAVEN VETERANS’ DISABILITY LAWYER CAN HELP
Our lawyers can assist you. First, you’ll need to file your claim with your regional VA office. If it is denied, we can file all the paperwork for presentation to the Board of Veterans Appeals. It is important to seek the help of a qualified veterans’ disability lawyer for this step because the paperwork can be confusing and it must be submitted properly and in a timely manner.
If the board denies your claim, we can help you present your claim to the US Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims. You will definitely require legal assistance in the rare case you have to take your benefits claim this far.
WAS YOUR VA CLAIM DENIED IN NEW HAVEN, CT
Our lawyers can assist you. First, you’ll need to file your claim with your regional VA office. If it is denied, we can file all the paperwork for presentation to the Board of Veterans Appeals. It is important to seek the help of a qualified veterans’ disability lawyer for this step because the paperwork can be confusing and it must be submitted properly and in a timely manner.
If the board denies your claim, we can help you present your claim to the US Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims. You will definitely require legal assistance in the rare case you have to take your benefits claim this far.
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 & Associates 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 & Associates 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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