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What happens to an appeal if the claimant (veteran) dies before a decision is issued?
A: According to the law, the death of an appellant generally ends the appellant's appeal. So, if an appellant dies, the Board of Veterans' Appeals (BVA) normally dismisses the appeal without issuing a decision. However, the rights of a deceased appellant's survivors...
Will I be asked to testify at my Social Security Disability hearing?
A: Typically, an administrative law judge (ALJ) will decide cases based on the medical evidence in the file - this includes x-rays and other imaging exams, lab panels, treatment notes, and written statements from the claimant and the claimant's treating physicians. In...
What should I do to prepare for my Social Security Disability hearing?
A: In most cases, the Social Security Administration will not gather additional records on your behalf once your claim has been sent to the Office of Disability Adjudication and Review (also known as ODAR or the Office of Hearings and Appeals). Your...
What do I do when a disabled veteran in my family can no longer manage their own disability benefits?
A: A disabled veteran receiving disability benefits and other compensation through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) may become unable to manage these benefits alone. When a veteran is declared incompetent in managing their VA benefits the department will...
How does the VA arrive at adisability rating?
A: The VA evaluates service-connected injuries in increments of 10 percent. They examine the medical evidence you've submitted with your claim and then assign a “rating”. The maximum disability rating percentage is 100%; however, most conditions receive a rating below...
If I am injured or disabled how do I apply?
A: If travelling or sitting for hours is difficult for you, the office of Disability Help Group can help. Contact our group of trained legal assistants—we will evaluate your claim for FREE! If we take your case, we will file your claim for you. You could also apply...
I just started a new application/filed an appealfor disability benefitsbut have since moved/changed my phone number/started seeing a new doctor/my medical condition has worsened or improved/been prescribed and am taking new medication. What should I do?
A: We can't stress this enough - if you've:MovedChanged your phone numberStarted seeing a new doctorYour condition has worsened or improvedYou've recently gone to the emergency roomYou've been prescribed and have started taking new medicationContact your disability...
I just received a notice from Disability Determination Services (DDS) that states I mustundergo a medical examination by one of their doctors. Should Igo to this appointment?
A: Absolutely! If you fail to comply with any of the DDS examiner's or administrative law judge's directives, Social Security may close your claim for disability benefits.
If I am denied how can I appeal the decision?
A: You can request an appeal by calling the SSA directly at 1.800.772.1213. The SSA will mail you the necessary appeal forms which you will need to complete and send back in order to appeal the decision. Disability Help Group can simplify the appeals process by...
If I am injured or disabled, when is the best time to apply?
A: Now! Each day that passes can result in lost benefits. Contact our office today at 1-(800)-800-3332. We will evaluate your claim for FREE!
I just received notice that my claim was denied. Should I appeal the decision or start a new application?
A: Starting a new application because you've been denied benefits is a mistake many people make. Often times, people will start a new application because they believe it is the same as appealing the denial. By filing a new application you are...
What can I do to prepare for my hearing with the Board of Veterans’ Appeals?
A: If you've filed a completed VA Form 9, you are not required to submit any additional paperwork. The Board of Veterans' Appeals (BVA) will evaluate your appeal based on the same evidence used by your Regional Office (RO) when it made its determination on...
If I am disabled when will I be eligible for benefits?
A: The SSA will determine, according to their rules, whether or not you are disabled. When you are found disabled by the SSA you will be eligible for disability benefits. Generally it takes 1 to 3 months for your 1st check to arrive if you are approved. At Disability...
I just received a Function Report questionnaire in the mail from Social Security. What should I do?
A: Complete the questionnaire right away! You only have a limited time to comply (10 days from the date of the letter) with Social Security's request so, don't delay. But, don't rush through your answers either. Whenever you are completing any of Social...
I’ve often heard that my disability must meet a “listing”. What exactly is a listing?
A: The Social Security issues a "Listing of Impairments" that sets the criteria for determining whether an individual is disabled. It is very difficult to meet or equal Social Security's Listing requirements. There are Listings for both physical and mental...
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