The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provides disability benefits for veterans who now suffer migraines as a result of their military service. You may be able to have your medical treatment and expenses covered, as well as other benefits to provide for your ongoing needs. Understanding what benefits are available to you can get confusing, especially if you’re dealing with chronic migraines, which can make filing for benefits feel impossible.
Let the legal team at Glover Luck LLP help you understand the types of benefits you’re eligible for and how to obtain them. We can explain how to prepare your claim and what evidence you need to support it, assist with a request for review of a denied claim, or prepare your denied claim and present it to the Board of Veterans Affairs. Contact us today to learn more about how our Dallas, TX VA migraine lawyer can help you.
Qualifying For Service-Connected Benefits For Migraines
To qualify for VA benefits, you must establish the connection between your chronic migraines and your military service. Many types of common service-related injuries can cause migraines, such as:
- Cervical spine conditions, including cervical radiculopathy and cervical disc disease. Neck injuries can cause migraine pain.
- A Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) which may stem from a concussion or blow to the head. Brain injuries often lead to migraines.
- Chronic inflammation in the sinuses (Sinusitis), which is linked to recurring migraines.
- Hormonal imbalances caused by certain medications can trigger migraines. If you have a medical condition like hyperthyroidism or you’re taking certain medications for another service-connected disability, you may be eligible for benefits for your migraines.
The VA assigns each claimant a disability rating and rating schedule, establishing the severity of your disability and your level of benefits. When assigning a disability rating for migraines, the VA considers:
- Frequency, intensity, and duration of the headache and pain
- Whether you suffer from prostrating attacks
- Your ability to engage in regular daily activities
- Your ability to engage in gainful employment
How Can A Dallas VA Migraine Lawyer Help Me?
Your benefits typically hinge on your disability rating. If your disability rating is low, your monthly benefits will be lower than those issued to someone with a 100% disability rating. Chronic migraines may make it impossible for you to perform tasks at work or even keep a job. A higher disability rating can help provide means for you to live and provide for your family. Our attorneys can help you appeal your rating or a denied claim for benefits.
We can also help you explore your eligibility for special monthly compensation if you suffer severe functional impairment due to migraines (and other disabilities, if applicable). This can help you if you cannot work due to your disability.
If you are a veteran who suffers from migraines related to your military service, we want to help you obtain the full range of benefits from the VA. We can guide you through the claims process and construct an appeal for a review of a denied claim. Contact Glover Luck LLP today for a personalized consultation with an experienced Dallas VA migraine lawyer.
If you need assistance appealing your service-connected disability claim, please contact our veterans law office for a free consultation at 866-849-3287 or 214-741-2005. We are based in Dallas, Texas, and represent veterans all over the United States.
