We have helped veterans in Mississippi and throughout the nation appeal their denied VA disability claims. If you have received a negative decision from the VA – we can help! Our team will review your case for free to determine your best course of action.
When you’ve served your country and are entitled to VA benefits, it’s a frustrating experience when your disability claim gets denied. If the Department of Veterans Affairs has denied your disability benefits, you’re not alone. In fact, an estimated 30% of VA disability claims are denied each and every year.
Vetus Legal aims to help Mississippi veterans and their dependents get the benefits they are entitled to and need.
The first step in determining why your claim was denied is to ensure you are eligible for VA disability benefits. Veterans must prove they meet the eligibility criteria outlined in a VA disability claim.
The VA defines a qualifying veteran as one that meets specific requirements regarding service period and type of discharge. Service period requirements vary depending on the years in which the veteran served.
For an individual to be considered a qualifying veteran, their service period must have been either 24 consecutive months or for the entire service period in which they were called to active duty, active duty for training, or inactive duty for training.
Exceptions to the service period requirements include:
Dishonorable discharges generally disqualify a veteran from VA disability compensation. “Other than Honorable” discharges may disqualify the veteran from disability benefits. Still, exceptions exist that allow VA to find such veteran’s service to be sufficiently honorable.
Of course, an essential requirement for VA disability benefits in Mississippi is that the veteran is indeed disabled. It’s a good idea for veterans filing for benefits to think about any and all ailments and health issues they suffer from and make a list of them.
It helps the veteran during the claims process if they seek medical treatment for the health issues they’re experiencing instead of just “sucking it up.” Being treated for these conditions will create official documentation outside the claim process confirming the health problems they’re experiencing.
A veteran filing a VA disability claim must be able to prove that the disabling condition is connected to their service.
Veterans should include the following to help the VA verify that the disability resulted from service:
The most common reason claims are denied is lack of sufficient evidence, followed by failure to meet eligibility criteria. Veterans seeking disability benefits should consult with an experienced VA attorney to ensure their claim is processed correctly and all necessary evidence is presented.
If the VA denies your disability claim, it does not mean the fight is over. You have the right to appeal the VA’s decision. It is essential to look at the denial letter and identify why the VA has denied your claim. This information will be important when building your case for a VA appeal.
The process is more intensive if you need to go with the option that includes a hearing. The help of a VA Attorney will go a long way in guiding you through the appeals process and ensuring a favorable outcome.
At Vetus Legal, our goal is to advocate for your rights and legal benefits as a veteran of the United States Armed Forces or other recognized Uniformed Services.
If the VA has denied your compensation claims, we’re here to work for you by addressing claim denials at the following levels:
We will diligently review your claim, inspect the VA’s decision, and assess your case with expert eyes to give you a candid assessment of your claims.
Contact us today for a free case evaluation.
If your VA disability claim has been denied, you’ve really been denied critical benefits that you may be entitled to. A denial is not necessarily the end of the road, though, and you don’t have to navigate the appeals process on your own.
Vetus Legal can help you every step of the way toward getting all the VA disability compensation you deserve for your military service.
If your disability is on an extremity push that proper leg or arm button then push the percentage, if it is not just select the percentage.
The PACT Act is a new law that expands VA health care and benefits for Veterans exposed to burn pits and other toxic substances.
What do the new presumptive conditions mean for you?
It’s simple: If you meet the criteria, you are automatically eligible for VA benefits. If you feel you are qualified and the VA has denied your claim, contact us immediately.
An estimated 165,000 veterans reside within Mississippi’s borders, and about one-in-four of them live with a service-related disability. That’s why the Magnolia State aims to serve its military veterans with various VA resources.
Each case is different, and there is no common settlement amount. The amount of VA disability you will be awarded for your injuries depends on several factors, including the severity of your injuries and their effect on your ability to work or gain employment.
If you have multiple service-related injuries that you’re submitting a claim for, the VA will assign a rating to each of your conditions. Once they determine all of your ratings, they will combine them from highest to lowest. Then, the VA will round up your total rating to the nearest 10%.
The sooner you hire a VA lawyer, the better. Whether you need help filing a claim or submitting an appeal, veterans’ benefits lawyers can help you. If you have a lawyer when submitting your claim, you may have a better chance of being approved for disability the first time around.
Alternatively, as soon as your claim gets denied, you should hire a lawyer so they can help you with the appeals process.