What You Need for a Veteran’s Disability Claim
At The Standridge Law Firm, P.C., we are dedicated to helping veterans who have sustained military service-connected injuries fight for the VA benefits they deserve. If you are unsure of whether you have a legitimate veteran’s disability claim, the following are the basic requirements to file a claim. You must:
Be a Veteran
If you have served in any branch of the military as active duty, Active Guard Reserve, or traditional Guard/Reserve, you qualify as a United States veteran.
Have a current disability
Whether it is physical, mental, or emotional, you must have a current disability in order to qualify for benefits. This can range from a gunshot wound to PTSD, amputation to ringing in the ears and anywhere in between.
Have a disability that is connected to service event
Your current disability must in some way be connected to an event that occurred while in military service. Whether while at war or in peace time, an injury or traumatic event sustained while in the military can qualify you for veteran’s disability benefits.
While these requirements may seem straightforward, the fine details can be quite complex. The Department of Veterans Affairs has the right to deny the benefits claim of any veteran, but there is hope.
If you are a veteran with a current, service-connected disability who has been denied their disability claim, contact our veteran’s disability lawyers at The Standridge Law Firm, P.C. We have the experience, knowledge, and skills necessary to gather the medical evidence needed to substantiate your claim and fight for the benefits you deserve. Contact our disability lawyers to discuss your situation and to strategize your claim.