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Veterans Disability Law

Veterans disability law covers a range of issues. We work to assist you in obtaining the benefits to which you are entitled.

The VA claim process was designed to be user-friendly by Congress. We make sure your application is thoroughly prepared and track your case through the process.

USERRA obliges employers to provide reasonable accommodations to employees who have disabilities that have been incurred or aggravated in military service. Title I of the ADA prohibits discrimination based on disability in the hiring process, promotions and pay as well as in training, and other employment terms, conditions and privileges.

Appeal

Many veterans are denied disability benefits or are given a low rating, which ought to be higher. A qualified veteran benefits attorney can assist you in filing an appeal with the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims. The process is complex, with a myriad of rules and procedures to follow, and laws are constantly changing. A knowledgeable lawyer can guide you through the process, help you determine what evidence should be included in your appeal, and develop a convincing argument for your claim.

The VA appeals process begins with a Notification of Disagreement. It is essential to state clearly in your NOD of the reasons you are not happy with the decision. You don't have to list every reason you disagree with, but only those that are relevant.

You may file your NOD within one year from the date that you appealed the unfavorable ruling. You could be granted an extension if it is necessary to have additional time to prepare your NOD.

After the NOD is filed, you will receive an appointment for hearing. You should bring your attorney to the hearing. The judge will review the evidence and make a final determination. A good attorney will make sure that all the evidence needed is presented at the hearing. Included in this are any medical records, service documents, health records for private use and Veterans Disability C&P examinations.

Disability Benefits

Veterans suffering from a crippling physical or mental condition which was caused or aggravated by their military service may be eligible for disability benefits. These veterans may receive an amount of money per month based on the degree of their disability.

Our New York disability attorneys work to ensure that veterans disability law firm receive all of the benefits to which they have a right to. We assist veterans in filing claims, obtain required medical records and other documents, complete required forms and track the VA's progress on their behalf.

We can also assist with appeals of any VA decision. This includes denials of VA benefits, disagreements about the percentage evaluation or disagreements over the effective date of rating. Our firm will ensure that the initial Statement of the Case is properly prepared and any additional SOCs with all the necessary details are filed in the event that an appeals court is involved. an appeals court.

Our lawyers can help veterans with disabilities arising from their military service when applying for vocational rehabilitation services. This program offers education, training and job skills to veterans to help them prepare for civilian work or be able to adjust to a different profession in the event that their disabilities hinder them from finding work that is meaningful. Veterans with disabilities might also be eligible for both VA disability benefits and Social Security Administration Supplemental Security income.

Employer Accommodations

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination against veterans with disabilities, including those that may have been caused or aggravated through military service. The ADA also requires employers to make reasonable accommodations to assist disabled veterans perform their job. This could include changes in 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 national job-training and placement program that assists veterans with disabilities to jobs and businesses.

The Uniformed Services Employment Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) permits disabled veterans to select from five different paths to gain employment. This includes reemployment with same employer, rapid access to employment, self-employment and employment through long-term services.

Employers may ask applicants if they require any modifications for the hiring process. For veterans disability instance the need for longer time to complete the test or if they feel it is okay to speak instead of write their answers. But the ADA does not permit an employer to ask about a person's disability status unless the disability is obvious.

Employers who are concerned about discrimination against disabled veterans may consider organizing training sessions for their entire staff to increase awareness and understanding of issues faced by veterans. They may also contact Job Accommodation Network for free consultations and assistance with technical issues related to the ADA and other disability laws.

Reasonable Accommodations

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

The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination based on disability in hiring, promotions, and benefits. It also restricts the information about medical conditions that employers can request and stops harassment based on disability and retaliation. The ADA defines disability as a condition which significantly restricts one or more of the major life activities, such as hearing, sight, walking, breathing, sitting, standing and working. The ADA excludes certain ailments that are common in veterans, including the tinnitus condition and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Employers must provide accommodations to disabled veterans who need them in order to perform their job. This is not the case if the accommodation would cause undue hardship to the contractor. This can include changing equipment, providing training, transferring the duties to different locations or positions, and purchasing adaptive software or hardware. For example when an employee is blind or visually impaired employers must purchase adaptive software and hardware for computers, electronic visual aids and talking calculators, and Braille devices. Employers must provide furniture with higher or lower surfaces or buy keyboards and mice that are specifically designed for people with limited physical dexterity.

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