Montana VA Disability Attorneys
Veterans of the U.S. Military have served across the globe in a number of roles and many have sustained service-related injuries and illnesses that continue to impact their day-to-day lives and many veterans seek help and financial support from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). An estimated 30% of veterans in Montana struggle with a disability and many are service-connected.
Montana veterans with a service-connected injury, illness, or medical condition may need the help of a Montana VA disability attorney to get the benefits they have earned – and VA Benefits Attorneys is here to help. Veterans in need of a disability attorney can contact VA Benefits Attorneys today for a FREE case review.
FAQs About Montana VA Disability Benefits
Did you know that an estimated 30% of veteran disability claims are denied? Do you have questions about your own VA disability claim? Have you had your disability claim denied? Are you curious if your injury, illness, or medical condition qualifies you for disability? VA Benefits Attorneys has the experience and knowledge you need – and we are here to help.
Am I Eligible for VA Disability Benefits in Montana?
Am I eligible for VA disability benefits – is the first question that we hear from many veterans at VA Benefits Attorneys and we are happy to help answer it for you. Here is a quick breakdown of the basic criteria that Montana veterans must meet to qualify for VA disability compensation.
First – a veteran must have a current injury, illness, or medical condition that affects their mind or body AND they must have served on active duty, active duty for training, or inactive duty for training in the U.S. Armed Forces.
Second – a veteran must have a service-connected injury, illness, or medical condition that will fit into one of the three categories in the list below:
- In-Service Disability Claim – The veteran became sick or injured while serving in the military and can provide a direct link between their medical condition and their military service.
- Pre-Service Disability Claim – The veteran was sick or injured prior to their military service and that medical condition was made worse by their time in the military.
- Post-Service Disability Claim – The veteran discovered an injury, illness, or medical condition after the conclusion of their military service that can be linked to their time spent in the military.
Does the VA Provide Additional Benefits for Veterans?
Veteran disability benefits garner the lion’s share of headlines in the media – but disability benefits are not the only benefits provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Montana veterans can apply for a low-interest VA Home Loan and purchase the home of their dreams – a benefit that is utilized by just 6% of veterans. Montana veterans who hope to continue their education may receive tuition assistance with the G.I. Bill. Additional benefits provided by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs include medical care at VA medical facilities, low-cost insurance options, and much more.
Contact your local U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs office for additional information and details!
Do My Injuries Make Me Eligible for VA Disability Benefits?
The majority of current Montana veterans have served in Vietnam, the Gulf War, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan – and many have come home with service-connected injuries, illnesses, and medical conditions both seen and unseen. Toxic exposure to Agent Orange or burn pits have had adverse effects on many veterans’ health. Posttraumatic Stress Disorder and Traumatic Brain Injury have become more prevalent in modern veterans and have translated to additional medical conditions that make day-to-day life a struggle.
The list of service-connected injuries, illnesses, and medical conditions that veterans contend with continues to grow and you may have questions. Here is a short list of common injuries, illnesses, and medical conditions that may make Montana veterans eligible for disability benefits.
- TBI – Traumatic Brain Injury
- PTSD – Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
- Depression and Anxiety
- Migraines
- Tinnitus and Hearing Loss
- Back, Neck, and Knee Pain
- Select Types of Cancer
- Select Types of Lung Disease
- MORE…
How Do I Apply for VA Disability Benefits in Montana?
Veterans who fit the criteria listed above and believe they are eligible for VA disability compensation may still have questions about how to apply for benefits – and VA Benefits Attorneys can help. Montana veterans who wish to apply for VA disability can complete the online application at www.va.gov/disability and submit it with the proper medical documentation. Veterans who prefer a more hands-on approach can download, print, complete, and submit the form at the VA Regional Office in Fort Harrison with the pertinent medical documents.
Contact VA Benefits Attorneys with any questions about your veteran disability application!
What Do I Do If My VA Disability Application is Denied?
Each year – the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs denies an estimated 30% of disability claims. Veteran disability claims can be denied for an incomplete application, insufficient medical documentation, and much more. The real question is – what do you do when your disability claim is denied?
VA Benefits Attorneys can help you appeal your denied claim. There are three methods of appeal – filing a Supplemental Claim, submitting a Higher-Level Review, and requesting a Board Appeal – and we have experience with them all.
Contact VA Benefits Attorneys today for help with your denied disability claim!
What Are the Montana State Veterans Benefits?
Montana is known as the Treasure State to many – and there are few treasures more precious than our military veterans. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has built a framework for veteran care and the State of Montana has followed suit with its own list of veterans benefits that provide support for those veterans in need – in recognition of their service.
The Montana Department of Veterans Affairs has offices across Big Sky Country and provides additional support for veterans who are residents of Montana. Montana state veterans benefits include tax exemptions, veterans homes, employment benefits, tuition assistance, hunting and fishing licenses, and veterans cemeteries.
Contact the Montana Department of Veterans Affairs for more information on state veterans benefits!
- Montana Veterans Homes – Columbia Falls and Glendive
- Income Tax Exemption for Active Duty and Reserve Pay
- Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption
- Montana National Guard Military Relief Fund
- State Employment Preference Points for Veterans
- Military Waiver for CDL Licenses
- Montana Honorably Discharged Veteran Tuition Waiver
- Montana War Orphans Tuition Waiver
- Montana Veterans Cemeteries – Helena, Missoula, and Miles City
- MORE…
Are you a veteran living in Montana? Are you eligible for VA disability benefits? You may need the help of a Montana VA disability attorney and VA Benefits Attorneys is here to help.
Contact VA Benefits Attorneys today for a FREE case review!
