In theory, anyone can fill out a claim for disability benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs (also known as the VA), provided they qualify. However, doing so without legal assistance can result in a worse outcome than you might have gotten if you hired a lawyer to help you. But how exactly can a lawyer help with your VA disability claim, and what might happen if you do not have one? Continue reading “How Might a Lawyer Help With Your VA Disability Claim?”
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Five Common Mistakes Seen on SSDI/SSI Applications
Millions of people apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) every year. However, less than half of those who apply actually manage to get approved, and this is often due to simple mistakes that can be avoided with a bit of care. Here are five common mistakes often seen on SSDI and SSI applications, which can lead to your application being denied:
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Five Questions to Ask Before Applying for Disability Benefits
One of the biggest issues that people suffering from severe medical problems have is knowing when is a good time to consider applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Fortunately, by asking certain questions, you can determine whether you might be qualified for disability benefits. Here are five questions you should ask yourself before applying for disability benefits:
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What is a Legal Disability According to the SSA?
While there are tens of millions of Americans with chronic medical conditions, not all of them are eligible for disability benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA). That being said, it is not always clear where the line is between ordinary medical conditions and a legal disability. So when exactly does a medical condition become a legal disability according to the SSA, and why is it potentially important?
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What You Should Know About Disability Determination Services (DDS)
As part of an application for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits, you may be asked to be examined by Disability Determination Services (DDS). This critical part of the application process may determine whether you get the disability benefits you deserve. But what exactly is DDS, and how can you prepare for a DDS examination?
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What Does it Mean to Be Disabled According to the SSA?
If you want to apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), you will need to prove you are disabled according to the standards of the Social Security Administration (SSA). This can be more difficult than most people realize, since not every medical condition qualifies as a disability for the purposes of obtaining SSDI or SSI. But what exactly does it mean to prove you are disabled, from a legal standpoint?
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Eligible Vietnam Veterans Missing Out on Benefits, Report Finds
A recent report from the Inspector General of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) found that thousands of Vietnam veterans who qualified for disability benefits were still not receiving them. This is due to the VA’s inability to identify veterans who may now qualify for benefits that might not have in the past, and thus would be able to obtain retroactive benefits. While the VA has taken steps to improve on this issue, it remains a persistent problem that they struggle to solve.
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Benefits For Women Veterans Up 26% in Five Years
The Department of Veterans Affairs (also known as the VA) has announced a new record, delivering more benefits to women veterans than ever before. The amount of benefits delivered to female veterans increased by 26% over the course of five years. This dramatic increase in benefits is a sign of the VA’s continued efforts to reach out to women veterans to ensure they access the benefits they are rightly entitled to.
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Improving Your Chances of Being Approved for SSDI/SSI
Every year, around half of all applicants for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) have their applications denied. Often, these denials are the result of preventable issues, meaning you can increase your chances of approval by making sure you follow a few simple steps. Here are just some of the ways you can improve your chances of being approved for SSDI or SSI benefits:
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Five Things To Know About Appealing a VA Disability Decision
If you are a veteran who was rejected after applying for disability benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), or you received a disability rating lower than what you deserved, you may be able to appeal your decision. However, the process of appealing that decision can be difficult and complicated. That is why you need to know these five things before making your appeal for your VA disability decision:
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