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Applying for Veterans Disability Benefits

Veterans Disability Benefits Attorneys

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs provides several types of benefits to veterans and family members because of injuries or diseases that happened on active duty or were worsened during military service. Certain veterans disabled as a result of VA health care may also receive benefits.

You can begin the application process by filing form VA 21-526, Veterans Application for Compensation or Pension or you can file online at the Department of Veterans Affairs Online Application (VONAPP) website.

If you have any of the following material, please attach it to your application:

  • discharge or separation papers (DD214 or equivalent)
  • dependency records (marriage and children's birth certificates)
  • medical evidence (doctor and hospital reports)

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Eligibility

Veterans Disability

You may be eligible for disability compensation if you have a service-related disability and were discharged under other than dishonorable conditions. The amount of basic benefits paid out can vary depending on the severity of your condition. These tables show specific percentages of disabilities and rates paid for various circumstances.

Am I eligible?

A veteran must meet three different criteria to qualify:

  1. have a current medically diagnosed disability
  2. have had a precipitating disease or injury that occurred while serving in the military
  3. disability is related to the injury that occurred during service time

Veterans Pension

Pension benefits are meant as assistance for eligible veterans, surviving spouses, and children who demonstrate financial need.

Veterans pension is given to certain veterans who served in wartime and are disabled. Veterans pension is needs based, and the money involved is considerably less than that given through veterans compensation.

 

Am I eligible?

To qualify for veterans pension, a veteran must have served for at least 90 days and been in a war for at least one day.

For those serving after September 7, 1980, they must have served for at least 24 months, be permanently disabled, or more than 65 years of age.

The application process for veterans benefits can be confusing and intimidating. Call Woods and Woods today and get the help of an experience veterans denial attorney and find out how we can help. The initial consultation is free of charge.

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If you've been denied veterans benefits, contact an injury lawyer at Woods and Woods today. We work with counsel in States throughout the U.S., so we’re here to help no matter where you are located. Complete a free online consultation form or call us at (866) 232-5777 for an immediate and confidential initial evaluation of your case.

Please be aware that the legal information on this website does not constitute legal advice and it is not a substitute for the professional judgment of an attorney.