Vermont VA Disability Attorneys
Veterans make up 6.5% of the population of Vermont and many have returned home with service-connected injuries, illnesses, and medical conditions that impact their daily lives. Vermont veterans who receive disability benefits from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) may need legal assistance and VA Benefits Attorneys is here to help.
Veterans in need of a Vermont VA disability attorney can contact VA Benefits Attorneys today for a FREE legal consultation!
FAQs About Vermont VA Disability Benefits
Am I Eligible VA Disability Benefits in Vermont?
Are you a veteran who lives in Vermont? Do you struggle with an injury, illness, or medical condition related to your military service? You may be asking — am I eligible for VA disability?
Veterans who call Vermont home must meet TWO basic criteria to be eligible for disability benefits — they must have an injury, illness, or medical condition that affects the body or mind AND they must have served in the U.S. Military on active duty, active duty for training, or inactive duty for training.
Vermont veterans who hope to receive VA disability benefits and meet the initial criteria must ALSO have a service-connected disability that falls into one of the categories set by the Department of Veterans Affairs and is listed below:
- In-Service Disability Claim — The veteran became sick or was hurt while in the military and their current disability can be directly linked to their service in the military.
- Pre-Service Disability Claim — The veteran had an injury or medical condition that was diagnosed prior to their military service that was made worse by their service in the military.
- Post-Service Disability Claim — The veteran has an injury, illness, or medical condition that was diagnosed after their separation from the military that can be linked to their service in the military.
Are There Additional VA Benefits for Vermont Veterans?
Did you know that the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs provides veterans with more benefits than just disability? And many veterans do not take advantage of these benefits. VA Home Loans provide low-interest loans for qualified veterans who hope to purchase a home and start a family and just 6% of veterans have used a VA Home Loan. The Post-9/11 GI Bill provides tuition assistance for Vermont veterans who hope to continue their education and is used by just 54% of veterans. Additional veterans benefits include medical care at VA facilities and affordable insurance options.
Do My Injuries Make Me Eligible for VA Disability Benefits?
Do you have a service-connected injury, illness, or medical condition? Do you have questions about your eligibility for disability benefits? VA Benefits Attorneys is here to help answer questions like — does my injury make me eligible for VA disability benefits?
Vermont veterans have served across the globe in many armed conflicts and there is a long list of injuries, illnesses, and medical conditions that can be connected to that military service. Not all injuries are visible and not all injuries make you eligible for disability benefits. Here is a short list of a few common service-connected injuries, illnesses, and medical conditions that you can claim for disability.
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder – PTSD
- Depression and Anxiety
- Traumatic Brain Injury – TBI
- Chronic Migraines
- Tinnitus
- Hearing Loss
- Chronic Back, Neck, and Knee Pain
- Select Types of Cancer
- Select Types of Lung Disease
- MORE…
How Do I Apply for VA Disability in Vermont?
Do you have questions about the VA disability application process? You have come to the right place and VA Benefits Attorneys is happy to help.
The application process is pretty straightforward. Veterans can apply online with the application form at www.va.gov/disability. Veterans can complete the application online and submit it with the proper medical documents to receive a disability rating. Vermont veterans who prefer to apply in person can download and print the application form, complete the form, and submit it with the proper medical documents at the VA Regional Office in White River Junction.
How Do I Appeal a Denied VA Disability Claim?
Each year — an estimated 30% of veteran disability claims are denied by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Applications can be denied for a variety of reasons that include incomplete forms or lack of medical documentation.
We understand that a denied VA disability claim can be disheartening and frustrating — but a denied claim does not mean you will never receive disability compensation. Vermont veterans can appeal a denied disability claim with the help of VA Benefits Attorneys and three methods of appeal — file a Supplemental Claim, file a Higher-Level Review, or submit a Board Appeal.
Contact VA Benefits Attorneys today for help with your denied disability claim!
What Are the Vermont State Veterans Benefits?
Veterans who return home to the Green Mountain State deserve our love and support for their service to our great country and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs provides a great foundation of support — but it isn’t always enough and oftentimes falls short. Veterans who call Vermont home may be eligible to receive additional veterans benefits provided by the Vermont Office of Veterans Affairs.
Vermont state veterans benefits go beyond disability and tuition assistance for veterans. Veterans benefits provided by the Vermont Office of Veterans Affairs include tax exemptions, survivor benefits for families, financial assistance, home and vehicle modifications for disabled veterans, burial services, and more.
Vermont veterans who hope to learn more can contact the Vermont Office of Veterans Affairs for additional information.
- Vermont Veterans Home – Bennington
- Income Tax Exemptions
- Emergency Financial Assistance for Veterans and Dependents
- Property Tax Exemptions for Disabled Veterans and Survivors
- Preference Points for State Employment
- Vermont CDL Test Waiver
- Veteran Hunting and Fishing Licenses
- Discounted Green Mountain Passport
- Vermont State Veterans Cemetery – Randolph Center
- MORE…
Are you a veteran who lives and works in Vermont? Do you have legal questions about your VA disability benefits? VA Benefits Attorneys would be proud to serve as your Vermont VA disability attorney and help ensure you receive the benefits you have earned with your years of service.
