If you are a disabled veteran who incurred your disability during active military service, you may be eligible for an array of benefits offered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The VA provides healthcare and monetary benefits to injured veterans, although getting these benefits can be a challenge, especially for people who are seriously disabled and may not be able to navigate the application and appeals process alone.
We are here to help. The legal team at Glover Luck LLP can help you appeal a denied claim or learn more about the benefits available to you. We understand the laws and keep tabs on any changes that could impact your benefits. Call us today to speak with our experienced Fort Worth, TX, veterans disability lawyer.
What Does A Fort Worth Veterans Disability Lawyer Do?
Injured veterans can file a claim for disability benefits through the VA. The amount of money you receive depends on your disability rating and your employability. It’s important to file as soon as possible so you can start receiving the benefits you’re entitled to. However, many veterans are frustrated when the VA denies their claim or assigns them an incorrect disability rating (which affects the amount they receive each month).
You have the right to appeal a previously denied claim, and a disability benefits lawyer can help you do this. You may also file a supplemental claim and submit new, relevant evidence to bolster the strength of your original claim.
If your claim is denied, the VA issues a Rating Decision Letter, which contains information about why the claim was denied and whether the VA considers your disability “service-connected.” The letter should also contain your disability rating and the date that any benefits become effective.
We’ll review your letter, and then review your options for a disability rating appeal:
- Request a higher-level review of your initial claim by a senior VA claims employee
- File a supplemental claim, presenting new, relevant evidence to support your initial claim and desired rating %
- File a Notice of Disagreement with the Board of Veterans’ Appeals, in which you can appeal a denied claim and request the board review the decisions of lower-level VA employees
You must file your appeal within one year of the denial to preserve your effective date and maximize the amount of any VA backpay you may be owed.
Choosing The Right VA-Certified Lawyer
A VA benefits lawyer can help you gather the right evidence for a supplemental claim, prepare your appeal, and present it before the Board of Veterans Affairs. We can help you gather all relevant medical records and have a review by a vocational specialist who can attest to your employability (or provide an expert opinion that you cannot secure gainful employment).
We’ll also make sure that all filing deadlines are met and that each filing is correct, complete, and sent to the right place. Our attorneys work collaboratively, keeping you appraised of each step and what you can expect next.
Get Legal Assistance From A Texas Disability Lawyer
Glover Luck LLP is a Veterans’ Law leader in the Metroplex, serving disabled veterans and their families. With decades of combined experience and a deep knowledge of the VA claims appeal process, we’re uniquely qualified to help you and your family obtain your proper veterans’ benefits. Contact us today for a consultation with a Fort Worth veterans’ disability 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.
