The importance of the nexus letter can’t be overstated. In many situations the nexus letter from an expert is the only evidence that will tip the scales in favor of the veteran.
Category: VA Appeals
Should I Request a Hearing with the Board of Veterans Appeals?
It depends. The hearing docket gives you the opportunity to present your case to a Veterans Law Judge either in person or via video conference. However, because the Board is prioritizing legacy appeals overthe new appeals system, you are likely going to have to wait years before your hearing even takes place. The Board also …
Why You Should Get An Accredited VA Representative For Your Claims & Appeals
Congress intended the VA benefits system to be “non-adversarial” and friendly to veterans seeking assistance for hardships resulting from their service to the country. VA’s duty to assist, the benefit of the doubt rule, and the ability to re-file denied claims are examples of a “veteran-friendly” process. For many veterans and dependents, the VA process …
What is the VA Board of Veterans Appeals Disability Appeal Success Rate?
This post covers the VA disability appeal success rate and the VA disability appeal denial rate. We’ll explain some helpful tips to increase your chances of a successful VA disability appeal. VA Disability Appeal Success Rate Statistics The numbers below come from the BVA’s 2019 annual report. You may notice that the BVA approval and denial …
VA Disability Ratings for Headaches & Migraines
If you have experienced headaches or migraines in or since your time of service, you can file a claim with the possibility of receiving one of the following disability ratings for compensation from the VA: 50%- If you suffer from frequent, prolonged attacks that are fully prostrating (making you have to lay down), leaving you …
What To Do After Winning A VA Claim
What should veterans do after winning a disability compensation claim with the Department of Veterans Affairs? There are several areas to consider, but first and foremost you should remember that the VA claims process is always subject to revision and change based on current or future legislation, procedural updates, funding issues, etc. Double Check The …
The Top 4 Reasons to Get A VA Disability Claims Representative
It is not uncommon to hear people ask the question: “Why should I have representation in handling my VA claim?” The answer boils down to a simple premise: because the claim process can be extremely maddening. The VA disability claims process is intended to be non-adversarial. For the most part it is. Some people can …
Determining the Effective Date of your VA Disability Claim
One of the most contested issues in VA disability claims revolves around the effective date of a disability. Many veterans believe that because their current disability is directly caused by an in-service event or occurrence, the effective date of their disability claim should be the day after they leave the service. Unfortunately, many are disappointed …
The Importance of Lay Evidence in Your VA Disability Claim
What is lay evidence? One of the most powerful tools to use in building a VA disability claims case is “lay evidence.” Representatives often obtain lay evidence in the process of building up a veteran’s claim—in fact, it is often one of the starting points. It tells the VA and the representative, exactly what the …
What Can I Expect During An Informal Conference For A VA Disability Higher Level Review?
When a veteran appeals a rating decision he or she can opt to have a Decision Review Officer (DRO) review the appeal in what is called a Higher Level Review(HLR). The veteran can elect to have an” informal conference” as a part of their HLR. This gives the veteran or their representative a chance to …
The Top 3 VA Disability Claims Facebook Groups For Veterans
There are literally hundreds of thousands of different Facebook groups for all various types of purposes. Did you know there are specific ones geared toward veterans claims? It may be worthwhile for you to join as the sharing of information among veterans has helped many veterans get what they deserve out of the VA. Here …
How To Appeal A VA Disability Claim Rating in the New 2019 VA Appeals System
The various challenges faced by VA adjudicators result in lots of opportunities for error to be committed. The rather narrow focus of VA decision makers, who are operating inside a box defined by their manual, leads to an utter lack of imagination or tolerance for anything out of the ordinary, which also yields erroneous and …