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Veterans Disability Law

Veterans disability law is a vast area. We are here to help you get the benefits to which you are entitled.

The VA claim process was designed to be user-friendly by Congress. We ensure that your application is well-prepared and you can track the progress of your case.

USERRA requires employers to make reasonable accommodations available to employees with disabilities incurred or aggravated during military service. Title I of ADA prohibits discrimination against disabled people in the hiring process, promotions and pay and also in training, as well as other terms, conditions of employment and privileges.

Appeals

Many veterans are denied benefits or have low disability ratings when it should be higher. An experienced veteran benefits attorney can assist you in filing an appeal with the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims. The process is complicated, with a myriad of rules and procedures to follow, and laws are constantly changing. An experienced lawyer can guide you through the process, help you identify what evidence should be included in your appeal, and build a strong case for your claim.

The VA appeals procedure begins with a Notification of Disagreement. It is crucial to be clear in your NOD as to why you are dissatisfied with the decision. You don't need to list all the reasons you disagree with the decision, only those that are relevant.

You can file your NOD within one year of the date that you appealed the unfavorable decision. If you require additional time to prepare your NOD, a request for an extension could be granted.

After the NOD is filed, you will be given the date for your hearing. It is crucial that your attorney present at the hearing together with you. The judge will go over the evidence and make a final decision. An experienced attorney will ensure that all the proper evidence is presented during your hearing. This includes any service records, private medical records as well as any C&P examinations.

Disability Benefits

Veterans suffering from a disabling physical or mental illness which was caused or aggravated through their military service may qualify for disability benefits. They can receive monthly monetary compensation depending on their disability rating, which is a percentage that shows the severity of their condition.

Our New York disability attorneys work to ensure that veterans receive all the benefits to which they have a right to. We assist veterans in filing claims and collect the required medical records along with other documents as well as fill out the required forms, and track the progress of the VA.

We can also help with appeals to any VA decision. This includes denials of VA benefits, disagreements on the percentage evaluation or disputes over the date of rating that is effective. Our firm will ensure that the initial Statement of the Case is properly prepared and that any additional SOCs filled with all necessary information are filed when the case is brought to an appeals court.

Our lawyers can also assist veterans with disabilities resulting from service to apply for vocational rehabilitation services. This program offers education, training and job skills to veterans to prepare them for civilian work or learn to adapt to a new job when their disabilities keep them from finding meaningful work. It is also possible for disabled veterans to receive both disability benefits from the VA and Supplemental Security Income from the Social Security Administration.

Employer Accommodations

The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination against veterans with disabilities. This includes those who were caused or aggravated during their military service. The ADA also requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to assist veterans with disabilities perform their job. This includes adjustments to job duties and changes to the workplace.

Disabled veterans seeking employment may wish to contact the Department of Labor's Ticket to Work program. This is a nationwide employment and business training program that helps disabled veterans find employment and businesses.

Veterans with disabilities who are separated from the military could follow one of five tracks to find employment under the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). The five options include reemployment with the same employer, quick access to employment, self-employment, and the possibility of employment through long-term service.

Employers can ask applicants whether they require any accommodations during the selection process. For instance, if they need more time to finish the test or if it's okay to speak instead of write their answers. But the ADA does not permit employers to inquire about a person's disability in the absence of evidence.

Employers who are concerned about discrimination against disabled veterans may want to consider conducting training sessions for their entire staff in order to increase awareness and understanding of issues faced by veterans disability Lawyer. Additionally, they can seek out the Job Accommodation Network, a free consultation service that offers specific workplace accommodations solutions and technical assistance regarding the ADA and other laws relating to disability.

Reasonable Accommodations

Many veterans with disabilities related to their military experience have difficult to find employment. To assist these veterans in obtaining employment, the Department of Labor funds EARN which is a national source for information and job vacancies. The Office of Disability Employment Policy offers this free telephone and electronic system that connects employers with disabled veterans looking for employment.

The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination based upon disability in hiring, promotions and benefits. It also restricts the medical information that employers can request and prevents disability-based harassment and retaliation. The ADA defines disability as a condition that significantly limits one or more essential life activities, like hearing, seeing breathing, walking, standing, sitting, learning, and working. The ADA excludes certain ailments that are common in veterans, including tinnitus and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Employers must provide accommodations to disabled veterans who require them to do their job. This is true unless the accommodation causes undue hardship for the contractor. This includes altering the equipment, offering training, and transferring responsibility to other positions or locations and acquiring adaptive hardware or software. For instance the case of an employee who is blind or visually impaired the employer must purchase adaptive software and equipment for computers electronic visual aids, Braille and talking calculators devices. Employers must furnish furniture with elevated or lower surfaces or purchase keyboards and mice that are made for those with limited physical strength.

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