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You must first prove your primary service-connected disability to prove a secondary service connection. Proving a service connection relies on evidence such as medical treatment, diagnosis, opinions of medical and psychological professionals, and statements from friends, family, and veterans who served with you. To obtain secondary service connection, you need to file a VA application claiming service connection for these health issues. You must be able to prove these issues are caused by or made worse by a service connected health condition through medical evidence. You can learn more about secondary service connection here: www.woodslawyers.com/va-disability-list-secondary-conditions/?.com&DirectServiceConnectionshort&CommentShare

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If a veteran is happy with their current rating, then it is not necessary to file new claims. The choice is ultimately up to the veteran!

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Radiculopathy is an umbrella term referring to multiple issues with nerves being pinched in the back. Another name for sciatica is actually lumbar radiculopathy. You can read more about this on our blog if you are interested: www.woodslawyers.com/how-to-get-va-disability-for-radiculopathy/

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Here is some information on discharge upgrades that may be helpful to your situation: www.va.gov/discharge-upgrade-instructions/

what did that give you as an over all rating?

@@romeoechousa Well, all together I'm an even 90%. I have several service connected disabilities. Check out the Hill and Potten VA calculator. It will tell you what you need and have.

I'm curious too cuz I'm lower back pain with it radiating both sides of legs. Navy as well.

@@akeemmills4301 look for it in your service medical records. Use it.

So I am service connected for low back with left lower extremity sciatica. The VA presumed me 30% for the left leg sciatica. Why didn’t they “presume” right leg sciatica? Do I have to file another claim to get it service connected since they didn’t presume it for me?

3:49 I'm already at 10% for my hearing now I have extreme hearing loss and unbalanced call Dr documented and now my hearing went from moderate hearing loss to extreme hearing loss I had to retire early my son and wife are telling me I couldn't hear properly any more and my balance on ladders I just couldn't do it anymore I had to retire early at 63 ? Not to mention all the asbestos problems I have 8:06

The current VA law states melanoma is a presumptive condition from exposure to burn pits. However, veterans can appeal a denied decision. You can learn more about the appeals process here: www.woodslawyers.com/va-disability-appeal/?.com&BurnPitPresumptivesLori&CommentShare

Before the VA will award disability compensation, a veteran must present evidence that their health conditions are related to their military service - a concept called service connection. VA disability benefits are awarded to veterans with service-connected conditions. That makes the medical nexus letter one of the most important pieces of evidence in a VA disability case.

You learn more about ulcerative colitis here: www.woodslawyers.com/ulcerative-colitis-veterans-benefits/?.com&GastroGuideUpdateMacKenzi&CommentShare and Crohn's disease here: www.woodslawyers.com/crohns-disease-va-disability-veterans/?.com&GastroGuideUpdateMacKenzi&CommentShare

Veterans receiving TDIU benefits have service-related medical conditions preventing them from maintaining substantially gainful employment. The VA defines substantially gainful employment as “employment at which non-disabled individuals earn their livelihood with earnings comparable to the particular occupation in the community where the veteran resides. It suggests a living wage.” If the employer is making special accommodations because of a veterans’ medical needs, the job would be considered sheltered or protected employment, which is not substantially gainful employment. If a veteran is employed in a sheltered work environment, they may still be considered for TDIU benefits, even if the job’s income is above the poverty line.

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Every veteran's case is different. Our priority is achieving the best possible outcomes for our clients, and we carefully consider many factors before making decisions that will impact a client’s decision date. We encourage you to bring these questions and concerns to your case manager so they can further explain the specific case plan for your claim.

It is highly encouraged that veterans bring their notes to their C&P exam. Before your appointment, write down what you want to make sure to tell the medical professional with specific examples. Writing it down will help you feel like you’re being heard and ensure you remember everything you want them to know. You can find more ways to prepare for a C&P exam here: www.woodslawyers.com/cp-exam/?.com&CandPexamZack&CommentShare

Great question! Veterans who served in any of the following location after Aug. 2, 1990 are eligible for VA disability benefits: Bahrain, Iraq, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Somalia, The UAE, and the airspace above any of these locations. We would be happy to discuss your claim to see if we can help. You can reach us at 812-426-7200, or request a free case evaluation here: www.woodslawyers.com/contact/?.com&BurnPitPresumptivesLori&CommentShare

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It’s common for a person to develop both GERD and IBS. The two conditions have similar symptoms and impact similar regions of the body. Veterans can receive a VA disability rating between 0% and 80% for GERD, depending on the severity of symptoms they experience and how much it impacts their health. If a veteran’s GERD is linked to their service-connected IBS, they could be owed additional monthly VA compensation for GERD. You can learn more about GERD and IBS here: www.woodslawyers.com/ibs-veterans-benefits/?.com&GastroGuideupdatedMacKenzi&CommentShare

It's hard to answer your question without knowing more details about your case. However, when a person undergoes gallbladder removal, they will often resolve many of the symptoms related to their condition. However, if the symptoms continue, you will likely still receive a gallstone VA disability rating. The rating for gallbladder removal is: 0% - for asymptomatic cases 10% - if you experience mild symptoms 30% - if you continue to suffer from severe symptoms

@@woodslawyers I’m rated at 90% and have had GI issues ever since just never thought it would be rated so I never applied.

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Veterans can receive passive income or earn income from marginal or sheltered employment while receiving TDIU. To receive TDIU, veterans must show that they cannot obtain or keep gainful employment due to service-connected mental or physical disabilities. As set by the U.S. Census Bureau, the poverty threshold is the limit for what a veteran can receive in earned income. You can find poverty thresholds here: www.census.gov/data/tables/time-series/demo/income-poverty/historical-poverty-thresholds.html. You can learn more about TDIU income limits here: www.woodslawyers.com/va-unemployability-income-limits/?.com&TDIUNeil&CommentShare

Thanks for your question. If the veteran's eligibility was due to rating of totally disabling, they must have had this rating: - For at least 10 years before their death, or - Since their release from active duty and for at least 5 years immediately before their death, or - For at least 1 year before their death if they were a former prisoner of war who died after September 30, 1999

Filing an intent to file is not required when applying for VA disability benefits. However, filing an intent to file will create an earlier effective date than the date on your claim (as long as you file your claim within one year). When you file an intent to file, you may be able to get retroactive payments. Our firm helps veterans with denials and veterans who have never applied for VA benefits. You can reach us at 812-426-7200 or request a free case evaluation here: www.woodslawyers.com/contact/?.com&TDIUMythsNeil&CommentShare

Great question! Veterans may be entitled to property tax exemption for their primary residence. Eligibility and the amount of the exemption typically depends on disability rating, state, county, and city. Veterans should contact their local municipal tax assessor's office to check for localized exemptions. You can find information about education benefits for dependents here: www.va.gov/education/survivor-dependent-benefits/dependents-education-assistance/

We We work with a network of partner firms to assist clients with DIC claims. We'd be happy to discuss your claim to see if we can offer you a referral. We're at 812-426-7200, or you can request a free consult at this link: www.woodslawyers.com/contact/?.com&DICbenefitsLori&CommentShare