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Veterans Disability Law

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

Congress created the VA claim process to be more accommodating for veterans disability law firm. We ensure that your application is well-prepared and follow your case through the process.

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

Appeals

Many veterans are denied benefits, or receive an inadequate disability rating, when they should receive a higher rating. A lawyer for veterans disability attorneys benefits can help you appeal to the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims. The process is very complex, with specific rules and procedures to be followed and the law is constantly changing. A knowledgeable lawyer will guide you through the appeals process, identify what evidence you must submit in your appeal, and help to build a strong case.

The VA appeals procedure begins with a Notice of Disagreement. It is important to make clear in your NOD on the reason you are dissatisfied with the decision. You do not have to list every reason you disagree, but only those that are relevant.

You may file your NOD within one year from the date you appealed against the unfavorable decision. You may be granted an extension in case you require additional time to prepare your NOD.

Once the NOD is filed after which you will be given a date for your hearing. It is essential that your attorney be present together with you. The judge will look over the evidence and make a decision. A competent lawyer will make sure that all necessary evidence is presented during your hearing. This includes all service records, private medical records and any C&P examinations.

Disability Benefits

Veterans suffering from a mental or physical illness that is debilitating and was caused by or aggravated by their military service, could be qualified for disability benefits. These veterans could receive an amount of money per month dependent on the degree of their disability.

Our New York disability attorneys work to ensure that veterans are able to receive all the benefits to which they are entitled. We assist veterans in filing a claim and obtain the necessary medical records as well as other documentation as well as fill out the required forms, and monitor the VA’s progress.

We can also assist with appeals of any VA decisions, including denials of benefits, disagreements regarding the percentage evaluation, or disagreements regarding the effective date of a rating. If a case is scheduled for an appeals hearing, our firm will ensure that the first Statement of the Case (SOC) is prepared properly, and that further SOCs are filed with all the required information needed to support every argument in a claim.

Our lawyers can help veterans with disabilities arising from their service in applying for vocational rehabilitation services. This program offers training, education and job-related skills for veterans to help them prepare for civilian employment or adjust to a new career in the event that their disabilities hinder them from obtaining meaningful employment. Veterans with disabilities may be eligible for both VA disability benefits and Social Security Administration Supplemental Security income.

Employer Accommodations

The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination towards veterans who have disabilities. This includes those that were caused or worsened by military service. The ADA also requires that employers offer reasonable accommodations to disabled veterans to perform their job. This could include changes in the job description or changes to the workplace.

Veterans with disabilities who are looking for work may want to inquire with the Department of Labor's Ticket to Work program. This is a national job-training and placement program that helps connect veterans with disabilities to jobs and businesses.

Veterans with disabilities who are separating from the military could follow one of five tracks to gain employment under the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). This includes reemployment with same employer, rapid access to employment; self-employment and the possibility of employment through long-term services.

Employers can inquire about applicants' disabilities and whether they require any accommodations during the selection process. For example, if they need longer time to complete the test or if it is okay to speak instead of write their answers. However, the ADA does not allow an employer to ask about a person's disability unless it is evident.

Employers who are concerned about discrimination against disabled veterans might consider organizing training sessions for all of their staff in order to increase awareness and understanding of veteran-related issues. In addition, they can seek out the Job Accommodation Network, a free consultation service that offers individual workplace accommodations and technical assistance on the ADA and other disability-related laws.

Reasonable Accommodations

Many veterans who have disabilities due to their service experience difficult to find employment. To aid these veterans with their job search, the Department of Labor funds EARN, a national resource for information and job vacancies. The Office of Disability Employment Policy funds this free phone and electronic system to connect employers with disabled veterans who are seeking job opportunities.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) bans discrimination on basis of a disability when it comes to hiring promotions or benefits, as well as other terms and conditions of employment. It also restricts the medical information that employers can request and prohibits harassment based on disability and retaliation. The ADA defines disability in terms of a condition that significantly limits one or more of the major activities of daily life, such as hearing and breathing, walking, or seeing. Sitting, standing, working, learning and so on. The ADA excludes certain ailments that are common for veterans, like post-traumatic stress disorder and tinnitus. (PTSD).

Employers must offer accommodations to disabled veterans who require accommodations in order to perform their duties. This is not the case if the accommodation creates unnecessary hardship to the contractor. This includes modifying the equipment, supplying training, and transferring responsibility to different locations or positions, as well as acquiring adaptive hardware or software. If an employee is blind or visually impaired, the employer must purchase adaptive hardware and software, including electronic visual aids and talking calculators, Braille devices and Braille displays. If an employee has limited physical strength, the employer must provide furniture with lowered or raised surfaces or purchase mouses and keyboards that are adapted to the user.

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