District of Columbia VA Disability Attorneys
Many veterans who return home have endured hardships that most of us will never know or understand and service-connected injuries, illnesses, and medical conditions make day-to-day life a struggle for many. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provides support for those disabled veterans via monthly compensation for veterans who may be unable to work.
With that said — veterans may need help to get the benefits they have earned with years of service and VA Benefits Attorneys is here to help and serve as your District of Columbia VA disability attorney.
Contact VA Benefits Attorneys today for a free case review!
FAQs About District of Columbia VA Disability Benefits
Are You Eligible for VA Disability Benefits?
Are you a veteran who struggles with an injury, illness, or medical condition? Does it impact your day-to-day life? You may be wondering if you are eligible for disability benefits — and we may be able to answer your questions.
To qualify for VA disability benefits, veterans must meet TWO basic criteria — they must have an injury, illness, or medical condition that affects the body or mind AND they must have served in the military on active duty, active duty for training, or inactive duty for training.
In addition to the basic criteria, veterans must ALSO have a service-connected injury, illness, or medical condition that fits into one of the categories listed below.
- In-Service Disability Claim — The veteran was sick or injured while serving in the military and their current condition can be linked to their years of service in the military.
- Pre-Service Disability Claim — The veteran was diagnosed with an injury or medical condition prior to their military service that was worsened by their years of service in the military.
- Post-Service Disability Claim — The veteran was diagnosed with an injury, illness, or medical condition after their discharge from the military that can be connected to their years of service in the military.
What Additional Veterans Benefits Are Available with the VA?
Did you know that disability compensation is not the only benefit provided by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs? Veterans who wish to own a home and start a family after their military service can apply for a low-interest VA Home Loan — a benefit used by just 6% of veterans. The Post-9/11 GI Bill is an additional benefit available to veterans that provides tuition assistance for District of Columbia veterans and is used by only 54% of veterans. Medical care at VA facilities and affordable insurance options are additional benefits available to many veterans provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs.
What Injuries Qualify for VA Disability Benefits?
Do you fit the criteria listed above? Do you have an injury, illness, or medical condition that can be connected to your military service? You may ask — does my injury qualify for VA disability?
District of Columbia veterans have served across the world in many conflicts, police actions, and military operations. Many have returned home from combat with wounds and scars — many not visible — and many impact their day-to-day lives. The list of service-connected injuries, illnesses, and medical conditions that make veterans eligible for disability benefits continues to grow. Here is a list of common service-connected injuries, illnesses, and medical conditions that may make you eligible for veteran disability benefits:
- PTSD — Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
- TBI — Traumatic Brain Injury
- Depression and Anxiety
- Chronic Migraines
- Hearing Loss and Tinnitus
- Back, Neck, and Knee Pain
- Select Types of Lung Disease
- Select Types of Cancer
- MORE…
How To Apply for VA Disability in the District of Columbia?
We know that many veterans have questions about how to apply for VA disability benefits and we are here to help at VA Benefits Attorneys.
The application process for disability benefits is simple — but can become complicated if not done correctly. Veterans can apply for disability online at www.va.gov/disability. Complete the online application and submit it with the proper medical documents to receive a disability rating and disability benefits. Veterans who prefer a more personal interaction can download and print the online application form, complete the form, and submit it at the National Capital Region Benefits Office in Washington D.C. with the proper medical documents.
Can I Appeal a Denied VA Disability Claim?
Veterans do not all know that an estimated 30% of disability claims are denied each year by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Those who have had their disability claims denied can be left feeling lost and frustrated — but VA Benefits Attorneys may be able to help.
Veterans who have had their disability claims denied have three primary methods of recourse and VA Benefits Attorneys can help with the appeal process. Methods of appeal include — filing a Supplemental Claim, filing a Higher-Level Review, or submitting a Board Appeal. VA Benefits Attorneys has the experience and legal knowledge you need to help win your appeal and receive your benefits.
Contact VA Benefits Attorneys today for help with the appeal process!
What Are the District of Columbia Veterans Benefits?
Did you know that each state has its own veterans benefits programs? And while the District of Columbia is not a state — it provides the more than 21,000 veterans who call the District of Columbia home with additional benefits that can help them in their day-to-day lives. These veterans benefits are overseen by the District of Columbia Office of Veterans Affairs.
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs provides veterans with a great foundation of benefits that can be supplemented by individual states and the District of Columbia. The District of Columbia Office of Veterans Affairs provides veterans and their families with a wide range of benefits that include tax exemptions, employment preferences, scholarship opportunities, and more.
Contact the D.C. Office of Veterans Affairs for more information on available benefits!
- Armed Forces Retirement Home — Washington D.C.
- Veteran and Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption
- Veteran Employment Preference for District of Columbia Jobs
- District of Columbia National Guard Scholarship
- MORE…
Are you a veteran who lives in the District of Columbia? Do you need help getting the benefits you have earned? VA Benefits Attorneys is here to help and serve as your District of Columbia VA disability attorney!
Contact VA Benefits Attorneys today for more information!
