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Veterans Disability Law
Veterans disability law is a broad field. We are here to assist you in obtaining the benefits to which you are entitled.
Congress designed the VA claim process to be a veteran-friendly one. We make sure that your application is well-prepared and you can track the progress of your case.
USERRA requires that employers offer reasonable accommodations to employees who have disabilities that are a result of military service, or aggravated by military service. Title I of the ADA prohibits discrimination on basis of disability in hiring, promotions or pay, as well other conditions, terms and privileges of employment.
Appeals
Many veterans are denied disability benefits or are given a low rating that ought to be higher. A qualified veteran benefits lawyer can help you file an appeal with the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims. The process is complex, with specific rules and procedures that must be adhered to and the law is ever-changing. An experienced lawyer can help you navigate the process, guide you determine the right evidence to be included in your appeal and build a strong case for your claim.
The VA appeals procedure begins with a Notice of Disagreement. It is important to be clear in your NOD as to why you are not happy with the decision. You do not have to list every reason you disagree with, but only those that are relevant.
The NOD can be filed within one year from the date of the adverse decision that you are appealing. If you need more time to prepare your NOD, an extension may be granted.
After the NOD has been submitted, you will be provided with an appointment for hearing. You should bring your attorney to the hearing. The judge will scrutinize all evidence presented before making a final decision. A competent lawyer will ensure that all the required evidence is presented during your hearing. Included in this are any medical records, service documents, health records for private use and C&P exams.
Disability Benefits
Veterans who suffer from a mental or physical health issue that is incapacitating and was caused or worsened as a result of their military service, may be qualified for disability benefits. These veterans may receive monthly monetary compensation based on their disability rating, which is a percentage that demonstrates the severity of their illness.
Our New York disability lawyers work to ensure that veterans receive the full benefits they're entitled to. We help veterans file claims, get the necessary medical records and other documentation, fill out necessary forms and monitor the progress of the VA on their behalf.
We also can assist in appeals of any VA decisions, including denials of benefits, disagreements over the percentage evaluation, or disagreements over the effective date of a rating. If a case is sent to an appeals hearing, our company will ensure that the first Statement of the Case (SOC) is properly prepared and that additional SOCs are filled out with all of the required information needed to support each argument in a claim.
Our lawyers can also assist veterans with disabilities resulting from service to apply for vocational rehabilitation services. This program is designed to provide education, training and job skills to prepare veterans for civilian work, or to adjust to a new career when their disabilities preclude their ability to pursue meaningful employment. Veterans with disabilities could also be eligible for both VA disability benefits as well as Social Security Administration Supplemental Security income.
Accommodations for Employers
The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination towards veterans who have disabilities. This includes those that were caused or aggravated during their military service. The ADA also requires that employers provide reasonable accommodations for veterans with disabilities to perform their job. This could include changes to job duties or workplace adjustments.
Disabled veterans who are looking for work may want to contact the Department of Labor's Ticket to Work program. This is a nationwide job-placement and business-training program that helps disabled veterans find employment and companies.
The Uniformed Services Employment Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) allows veterans with disabilities to select among five paths to gain employment. The five options include reemployment at the same company, fast access to employment, self-employment, and the possibility of employment through long-term service.
Employers can ask applicants whether they require any modifications for the selection process. For instance if they require more time to take an exam or if it's acceptable to speak instead of writing their answers. However, the ADA does not allow employers to inquire about a person's disability status unless it is evident.
Employers that are concerned about discrimination against disabled veterans must consider holding training sessions for all employees to increase awareness and better understand veteran issues. They can also reach out to Job Accommodation Network for free advice and consultation on the ADA, and other disability laws.
Reasonable Accommodations
Many veterans with disabilities related to service struggle to find work. To assist these veterans disability lawyer to find work, the Department of Labor funds EARN an online resource that provides information and assistance with job search. Funded by the Office of Disability Employment Policy which provides a free phone number and an electronic information system that connects employers with disabled veterans who are seeking jobs.
The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination based on disability in hiring, veterans disability promotions and benefits. The ADA also limits the information employers can request regarding a person's medical history and prohibits harassment and retaliation based on disability. The ADA defines disability as conditions that severely limit one or more major aspects of daily living, such as hearing and breathing, walking, and seeing. Standing, sitting at a desk, working, studying, etc. The ADA does not cover certain conditions that are common among veterans, for example tinnitus and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Employers are required to provide accommodations for disabled veterans who require them to do their job. This is the case unless the accommodation creates unnecessary hardship for the contractor. This includes modifying equipment, offering training, reassigning tasks to other locations or positions, and buying adaptive hardware or software. If an employee is blind or visually impaired, the employer has to purchase adaptive hardware and software, such as electronic visual aids, talk calculators, Braille devices and Braille displays. If a person is unable to exercise physical strength, the employer should provide furniture with raised or lowered surfaces or purchase specially designed keyboards and mice.
Veterans disability law is a broad field. We are here to assist you in obtaining the benefits to which you are entitled.
Congress designed the VA claim process to be a veteran-friendly one. We make sure that your application is well-prepared and you can track the progress of your case.
USERRA requires that employers offer reasonable accommodations to employees who have disabilities that are a result of military service, or aggravated by military service. Title I of the ADA prohibits discrimination on basis of disability in hiring, promotions or pay, as well other conditions, terms and privileges of employment.
Appeals
Many veterans are denied disability benefits or are given a low rating that ought to be higher. A qualified veteran benefits lawyer can help you file an appeal with the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims. The process is complex, with specific rules and procedures that must be adhered to and the law is ever-changing. An experienced lawyer can help you navigate the process, guide you determine the right evidence to be included in your appeal and build a strong case for your claim.
The VA appeals procedure begins with a Notice of Disagreement. It is important to be clear in your NOD as to why you are not happy with the decision. You do not have to list every reason you disagree with, but only those that are relevant.
The NOD can be filed within one year from the date of the adverse decision that you are appealing. If you need more time to prepare your NOD, an extension may be granted.
After the NOD has been submitted, you will be provided with an appointment for hearing. You should bring your attorney to the hearing. The judge will scrutinize all evidence presented before making a final decision. A competent lawyer will ensure that all the required evidence is presented during your hearing. Included in this are any medical records, service documents, health records for private use and C&P exams.
Disability Benefits
Veterans who suffer from a mental or physical health issue that is incapacitating and was caused or worsened as a result of their military service, may be qualified for disability benefits. These veterans may receive monthly monetary compensation based on their disability rating, which is a percentage that demonstrates the severity of their illness.
Our New York disability lawyers work to ensure that veterans receive the full benefits they're entitled to. We help veterans file claims, get the necessary medical records and other documentation, fill out necessary forms and monitor the progress of the VA on their behalf.
We also can assist in appeals of any VA decisions, including denials of benefits, disagreements over the percentage evaluation, or disagreements over the effective date of a rating. If a case is sent to an appeals hearing, our company will ensure that the first Statement of the Case (SOC) is properly prepared and that additional SOCs are filled out with all of the required information needed to support each argument in a claim.
Our lawyers can also assist veterans with disabilities resulting from service to apply for vocational rehabilitation services. This program is designed to provide education, training and job skills to prepare veterans for civilian work, or to adjust to a new career when their disabilities preclude their ability to pursue meaningful employment. Veterans with disabilities could also be eligible for both VA disability benefits as well as Social Security Administration Supplemental Security income.
Accommodations for Employers
The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination towards veterans who have disabilities. This includes those that were caused or aggravated during their military service. The ADA also requires that employers provide reasonable accommodations for veterans with disabilities to perform their job. This could include changes to job duties or workplace adjustments.
Disabled veterans who are looking for work may want to contact the Department of Labor's Ticket to Work program. This is a nationwide job-placement and business-training program that helps disabled veterans find employment and companies.
The Uniformed Services Employment Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) allows veterans with disabilities to select among five paths to gain employment. The five options include reemployment at the same company, fast access to employment, self-employment, and the possibility of employment through long-term service.
Employers can ask applicants whether they require any modifications for the selection process. For instance if they require more time to take an exam or if it's acceptable to speak instead of writing their answers. However, the ADA does not allow employers to inquire about a person's disability status unless it is evident.
Employers that are concerned about discrimination against disabled veterans must consider holding training sessions for all employees to increase awareness and better understand veteran issues. They can also reach out to Job Accommodation Network for free advice and consultation on the ADA, and other disability laws.
Reasonable Accommodations
Many veterans with disabilities related to service struggle to find work. To assist these veterans disability lawyer to find work, the Department of Labor funds EARN an online resource that provides information and assistance with job search. Funded by the Office of Disability Employment Policy which provides a free phone number and an electronic information system that connects employers with disabled veterans who are seeking jobs.
The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination based on disability in hiring, veterans disability promotions and benefits. The ADA also limits the information employers can request regarding a person's medical history and prohibits harassment and retaliation based on disability. The ADA defines disability as conditions that severely limit one or more major aspects of daily living, such as hearing and breathing, walking, and seeing. Standing, sitting at a desk, working, studying, etc. The ADA does not cover certain conditions that are common among veterans, for example tinnitus and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Employers are required to provide accommodations for disabled veterans who require them to do their job. This is the case unless the accommodation creates unnecessary hardship for the contractor. This includes modifying equipment, offering training, reassigning tasks to other locations or positions, and buying adaptive hardware or software. If an employee is blind or visually impaired, the employer has to purchase adaptive hardware and software, such as electronic visual aids, talk calculators, Braille devices and Braille displays. If a person is unable to exercise physical strength, the employer should provide furniture with raised or lowered surfaces or purchase specially designed keyboards and mice.