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Veterans Disability Law

Veterans disability law covers a range of issues. We will help you get you the benefits you deserve.

The VA claim process was developed to be easy to use by Congress. We will ensure that your claim is well-prepared and you can track the progress of your claim.

USERRA requires that employers offer reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities acquired during military service or that are aggravated by military service. Title I of the ADA prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability when hiring promotions or pay, as well other terms, conditions and privileges of employment.

Appeal

Many veterans are denied disability benefits or are given a low rating, which should be higher. A veteran benefits lawyer can assist you appeal to the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims. The process is complicated, with numerous rules and procedures to follow, and laws are constantly changing. A skilled lawyer will guide you through the appeals process, advise you on what evidence you should submit in your appeal, and help you build a strong claim.

The VA appeals process starts with a Notice of Disagreement (NOD). In your NOD, you are important to explain your reasons for disagreeing with the decision. You don't have to list every reason that you disagree, but only those that are relevant.

Your NOD can be submitted within one year of the date of the unfavorable decision you're appealing. You may be granted an extension if you need additional time to prepare your NOD.

Once the NOD has been filed and you have been given a date for your hearing. You should bring your attorney to this hearing. The judge will look over your evidence prior to making a final decision. A competent attorney will make sure that all the evidence needed is presented at the hearing. Included in this are any medical records, service medical records, private health records and C&P tests.

Disability Benefits

Veterans who suffer from a physical or mental illness that is limiting and was caused by or aggravated by their military service, could be qualified for disability benefits. Veterans may receive a monthly monetary payment depending on the degree of their disability.

Our New York disability attorneys work to ensure that veterans get all the benefits to which they are entitled. We assist veterans with filing an application, obtain the required medical records and other documentation, fill out required forms and track the progress of the VA on their behalf.

We can also assist in appeals of any VA decision. This includes denials of VA benefits, disagreements regarding a percentage evaluation or a dispute over the date of effective rating. If a case is scheduled for an appeals hearing, our company will ensure that the initial Statement of the Case (SOC) is properly prepared and that any additional SOCs are prepared with all the necessary information needed to support every argument in the claim.

Our lawyers can assist veterans with disabilities resulting from their military service when applying for vocational rehabilitation services. This program provides education, training and job skills to veterans to help them prepare for civilian work or adapt to a new profession in the event that their disabilities hinder them from working in a meaningful way. 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 (ADA) prohibits discrimination against veterans who have disabilities, which includes those incurred in or aggravated by military service. The ADA also requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations for disabled veterans to complete their job. This includes modifications to job duties or modifications to work environments.

Ticket to Work, a program of the Department of Labor, may be beneficial to disabled veterans interested in employment. This is a nationwide training and job placement program that helps veterans with disabilities to jobs and businesses.

The Uniformed Services Employment Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) permits veterans with disabilities to select from five different routes to work. The five options include reemployment with the same company, fast access to employment, self-employment and work through long-term services.

Employers may ask applicants if they require any modifications to participate in the hiring process, including longer time to complete tests or to provide verbal answers instead of written answers. The ADA doesn't allow employers to inquire about a disability unless it's evident.

Employers who are concerned about discrimination against disabled veterans may want to consider conducting training sessions for all of their employees to increase awareness and understanding of issues faced by veterans. In addition, they can seek out the Job Accommodation Network, a free consultation service that offers customized workplace accommodations and technical assistance on the ADA and other disability-related laws.

Reasonable Accommodations

Many veterans with disabilities that are related to their military experience have difficult to get a job. To help them get a job, the Department of Labor supports a national job referral and information resource called EARN. The Office of Disability Employment Policy provides this free phone and electronic system that connects employers to disabled veterans seeking work.

The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in hiring, promotions, and benefits. The ADA also restricts the information that employers can request regarding a person's medical background and also prohibits harassment and reprisals based on disability. The ADA defines disability as a condition that restricts one or more major life activities such as hearing, sight breathing, walking sitting, standing, learning and working. The ADA excludes certain conditions that are common among veterans, such as the post-traumatic disorder, or tinnitus. (PTSD).

Employers are required to provide accommodations for disabled veterans who need them in order to perform their job. This is the case unless the accommodation creates unnecessary hardship to the contractor. This includes modifying equipment, offering training, delegating duties to other positions or facilities, and buying adaptive hardware or software. For example, if an employee is visually impaired or blind employers must purchase adaptive software and hardware for computers as well as electronic visual aids, Braille calculators and talking devices. If a person is unable to exercise physical dexterity, a company should provide furniture that has raised or lowered surfaces, or purchase adapted keyboards and mouses.