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VA Lawsuit Could Impact Thousands of Disability Appeals

A recent class action lawsuit in federal court could potentially result in the re-evaluation of tens of thousands of disability appeals by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The lawsuit alleges that the VA improperly dismissed around 90,000 disability claims that were being appealed after being denied, and a settlement is currently being discussed. If accepted, these affected veterans could see their cases re-evaluated, potentially giving them another chance at getting benefits

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Five Reasons to Seek a VA Disability Appeal

If you have applied for disability benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and been denied, or you received a lower disability rating than you anticipated, that does not mean it is the end of the road. By appealing your decision, you can potentially get a significantly better outcome, but you need to be able to demonstrate a legitimate reason for the appeal. Here are five reasons you may want to consider seeking a disability appeal for your VA benefits:

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Five Reasons to Appeal Your VA Disability Claim

If you are a veteran of the US military and you are suffering from a physical or psychological disability, you can apply for disability benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). However, even if your disability claim is denied, you may still be able to appeal and get the benefits you deserve. Here are five reasons to consider appealing your VA disability claim:

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Why Should You Appeal Your SSDI or SSI Denial?

While millions of people apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) every year, less than half of these people have their applications approved. For those who are denied, however, there is always the option of appealing the decision. But why exactly should you appeal your SSDI or SSI denial, and what happens if you do?

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What Can You Do If Your Disability Application Was Denied?

Every year, millions of people apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits, due to suffering from a disabling medical condition. However, more than half of these applications are ultimately denied for one reason or another, leaving people struggling to figure out how they will cover their bills. But what exactly can you do if your disability application was denied?

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What Veterans Need to Know About Their Disability Rating

If you are a veteran with a disability, then there is a good chance you have had to deal with the Department of Veterans Affairs (also known as the VA) to obtain a disability rating. This rating is essential, and yet many veterans do not understand what it means or how it is calculated. Here is what you need to know about the VA disability rating as a disabled veteran:

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When Should You File a VA Disability Appeal?

Unsurprisingly, many veterans apply for disability benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs (also known as the VA) and wind up with a disappointing outcome. To address this, they may decide to appeal the decision, either to reverse a rejection or to get a better disability rating. But when should you file a VA disability appeal, and what happens if you do?

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SCOTUS Hears Case on VA Disability Application Deadlines

The Supreme Court of the United States has heard a case that could have a substantial effect on veterans looking to apply for disability benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Depending on how the Supreme Court rules, it could have a substantial impact on veterans and their ability to apply for benefits after application deadlines have already passed. It could also affect the amount of compensation they will receive once they have applied for disability benefits.

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What Does it Mean to Appeal Your VA Disability Determination?

When a veteran tries to apply for disability benefits through the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (VA), there is always the chance that they will either be denied benefits, or not receive the rating they might be entitled to. If this happens, it can be worthwhile to appeal the disability determination to get a better outcome. But what exactly does it mean to appeal a VA disability determination, and how could it help you?

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Five Reasons to Appeal Your VA Disability Application

It should not be surprising that many people who apply for veterans’ disability benefits often wind up with unsatisfactory outcomes to their cases. Fortunately, the Department of Veterans Affairs has an appeals process that allows people to appeal their application. Here are five reasons you may want to consider appealing your VA disability application:

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