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Veterans Disability Law

Veterans disability law is a broad field. We will fight to help you get the benefits you deserve.

Congress designed the VA claim process to be more accommodating for veterans. We will ensure that your claim is well-prepared and we track the progress of your case.

USERRA stipulates that employers must provide reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities incurred during military service, or aggravated by military service. Title I of the ADA prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in hiring, promotions or pay, as well other terms, conditions and privileges of employment.

Appeal

Many veterans are denied disability benefits or receive an inadequate rating that ought to be higher. A qualified veteran benefits attorney can help you file an appeal to the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims. The process is complex, with many rules and procedures to follow, and the laws are constantly changing. A skilled 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 procedure begins with a Notification of Disagreement. It is important to make clear in your NOD of the reasons you do not agree with the decision. It is not necessary to list every reason that you disagree, but only those that are relevant.

Your NOD can be filed within one year from the date of the unfavorable decision you want to appeal. You could be granted an extension if you require additional time to prepare your NOD.

Once the NOD has been filed, you will be given an appointment for hearing. You must bring your attorney to this hearing. The judge will look over all of your evidence before making a decision. A competent lawyer will ensure that all necessary evidence is presented during your hearing. Included in this are any service records, health records that are private and C&P examinations.

Disability Benefits

veterans disability lawyer who suffer from a physical or mental illness that is limiting and is the result of or worsened as a result of their military service, could be qualified for disability benefits. These veterans could receive an amount of money per month depending on the severity of their disability.

Our New York disability lawyers work to ensure that veterans get all benefits to which they're entitled. We assist veterans to file a claim and obtain the required medical records, other documents as well as fill out the required forms, and monitor the VA’s progress.

We can also assist with appeals of VA decision, including denials of benefits, disagreements over an evaluation percentage or disputes regarding the effective date of a rating. If a case goes to an appeals hearing, our company will ensure that the first Statement of the Case (SOC) is properly prepared, and that additional SOCs are prepared with all the necessary information to back every argument in an appeal.

Our lawyers can also assist veterans disability attorneys with disabilities resulting from service to apply for vocational rehabilitation services. This program provides education, training, and job skills for veterans to prepare them for civilian employment or to adapt to a new profession when their disabilities keep them from finding meaningful work. Veterans with disabilities could also be eligible for both VA disability benefits and Social Security Administration Supplemental Security income.

Accommodation for Employers

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination against veterans who have disabilities, which includes those that may have been caused or aggravated through military service. The ADA also requires that employers offer reasonable accommodations to disabled veterans to perform their duties. This could include changes in the work environment or job duties.

Disabled veterans interested in employment may want to inquire with the Department of Labor's Ticket to Work program. This is a nationwide job placement and business training program that helps disabled veterans disability lawyers find work and businesses.

Veterans with disabilities who are separating from the military can follow one of five routes for employment under Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). The five options are reemployment at the same company, fast access to employment, self-employment, and employment through long-term military service.

An employer may ask applicants if they require any modifications to participate in the hiring process, including extra time to take tests or permission to give oral instead of written answers. The ADA doesn't allow employers to ask about disability unless it's evident.

Employers that are concerned about possible discrimination against disabled veterans should consider organizing training sessions for all employees to raise awareness and increase understanding of veterans' issues. They can also reach out to Job Accommodation Network for free consultations and assistance with technical issues related to the ADA, and other disability laws.

Reasonable Accommodations

Many veterans who have disabilities due to their service experience difficult to find employment. To assist these veterans to find work, the Department of Labor funds EARN the nation's most trusted resource for information and referrals to jobs. The Office of Disability Employment Policy offers this free telephone and electronic system to connect employers to disabled veterans seeking employment.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination based on the basis of disability in hiring promotions and benefits, as well as other terms and conditions of employment. The ADA also restricts the information that employers can inquire about a person's medical background and also prohibits harassment and retaliation because of disability. The ADA defines disability as a condition that hinders one or more major life activities, like hearing, seeing breathing, walking, sitting, standing, learning and working. The ADA excludes certain conditions that are common among veterans, including post-traumatic disorder or tinnitus. (PTSD).

Employers are required to provide accommodations for disabled veterans who require them to do their duties. This is the case unless the accommodation creates unnecessary hardship to the contractor. This includes modifying equipment, offering training, transferring the duties to different positions or facilities, and buying adaptive hardware or software. For instance, if an employee is blind or visually impaired employers must purchase adaptive software and equipment for computers, electronic visual aids and Braille calculators and talking devices. If an employee has limited physical strength, the employer should provide furniture with lowered or raised surfaces or purchase adapted keyboards and mouses.

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