Veterans Affairs (VA) has a number of benefits and programs designed to help veterans with their transition back to civilian life. Many of these programs feature lifelong benefits designed to help you succeed over the long term. Veterans disability benefits is one...
Veteran Disability Claims
7 Reasons the VA may deny your claim
On Behalf of McKown & Myers, LLP | Aug 1, 2022 | Uncategorized, Veteran Disability Claims
The United States of Veteran Affairs (VA) may deny your claims for several different reasons. In fact, the VA denies up to 30% of the claims annually. It is therefore important to understand the reasons behind the denial of benefits. The VA does not provide feedback...
How to receive both Social Security and veterans disability benefits
On Behalf of McKown & Myers, LLP | Jul 1, 2022 | Veteran Disability Claims, Veterans Benefits
Military veterans can collect benefits from both Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Social Security Administration (SSA), but there are some caveats. These federal agencies have different rules and processes to determine eligibility and payments. Qualifying for disability...
Disability compensation for POW
On Behalf of McKown & Myers, LLP | Jun 29, 2022 | Veteran Disability Claims, Veterans Benefits
Being a soldier takes a significant toll on both the mind and the body. Despite the hardship and stress associated with active deployment, spending time as a prisoner of war (POW) is perhaps the most negatively impactful situation a soldier can find themselves in. If...
What you need to know about VA disability benefits and employment
On Behalf of McKown & Myers, LLP | Jun 14, 2022 | Veteran Disability Claims, Veterans Benefits
VA disability benefits aim to provide income for injured vets. Although helpful, this income is often not enough. You may need to supplement disability benefits with earned income simultaneously. Working and VA benefit eligibility Having a job while applying for your...
VA Individual Unemployability (IU) compensation program
On Behalf of McKown & Myers, LLP | Jun 13, 2022 | Veteran Disability Claims, Veterans Benefits
If you are a veteran and cannot work due to a service-related disability, you may be eligible for VA IU benefits. You can receive the same disability benefits as a veteran who has a 100% disability rating. The main benefits of the IU program include health care and...
VA disability benefits for tinnitus
On Behalf of McKown & Myers, LLP | Jun 6, 2022 | Uncategorized, Veteran Disability Claims
If you are a veteran who has been diagnosed with tinnitus, you may be able to file a claim for disability benefits from the VA. Tinnitus is a hearing impairment caused by high-pitched sounds that can result from explosions and weapons firing. This article will explain...
How to find a suitable VA disability lawyer
On Behalf of McKown & Myers, LLP | Aug 16, 2021 | Veteran Disability Claims
Choosing a suitable VA disability lawyer is not as simple as it may seem. For starters, your disability benefits are on the line. With the VA receiving more than 3,000 benefits claims from vets every day, having an excellent attorney by your side will increase your...
Your right to appeal a VA benefits decision
On Behalf of McKown & Myers, LLP | Aug 2, 2021 | Veteran Disability Claims
If you applied for VA benefits and received a decision you disagree with, you have the right to appeal. Most commonly, veterans appeal when the VA denies their claims entirely, or when the VA fails to understand the severity of one's disability. Let's take a look at...
U.S. Veterans Affairs Announces Sweeping Changes to Eligibility and Coverage for Toxic Exposure Cases
On Behalf of McKown & Myers, LLP | Jun 25, 2021 | Veteran Disability Claims
It is an unfortunate reality that many Veterans step away from fighting overseas only to face a new fight at home just to receive the benefits they’re entitled to. There is plenty of experienced legal support available, but without meaningful changes to Veterans...