Our team at Marc Whitehead & Associates believes that every veteran deserves full access to all the benefits they earned through their service. If you need help securing these benefits, you can turn to a professional California Veterans Disability lawyer from our team.
Our law firm has over 30 years of experience helping with disability claims. You can count on us to stand up for you, taking on any bureaucratic roadblocks on your behalf and assisting with unforeseen denials and delays.
You can call a California disability lawyer for fast and personalized support. We only handle disability cases, so we can provide dedicated assistance starting today.
Call or text 800-562-9830 or complete a Free Case Evaluation form
Why Hire a Veterans Disability Lawyer in California?
Hiring an attorney from our team means you’ll have someone on your side to assist throughout the entire claims process. We wrote the book on the subject of disability benefits and can use our extensive experience to support you.
You can count on our team to:
Help File Your Claim
You can call us for help filing your initial request for benefits. We can collect medical documentation and other evidence to back up your claim, reducing the chances of an initial denial.
Handle Any Appeals
The VA denies a high percentage of disability benefit claims every year. If you receive a denial, you can rely on your California Veterans Disability attorney to appeal that decision. An initial denial does not mean the end of your claim.
We understand the reasons for unfair denials, which often happen because of missing information or an error.
Assist with Hearing
You may have additional options if the VA denies your appeal. In this situation, we may help you bring your case to the Board of Veterans’ Appeals (BVA) or the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims. We’ll explain all your options when you contact us for dedicated support.
Help with Rating Increases
Sometimes, your condition may worsen after an initial approval by the VA. In this situation, you can turn to us for help increasing your disability rating. We want to ensure that you get the disability benefits you earned as your health changes.
For a free legal consultationwith a veterans disability claims lawyer serving California, call 800-562-9830
Why Select Our Team for Your Veterans Disability Claim?
Our team at Marc Whitehead & Associates only handles disability cases. Our dedicated focus allows us to devote all of our energy and experience to helping clients like you, who need the benefits they paid for.
We have decades of experience and the resources to support you throughout every step of the application or appeals process. We’ll listen to you, maintain open communication, and keep you up-to-date about the status of your claim.
Additionally, we work using a contingency-fee system. We only accept payment for legal fees after resolving your claim because we want to help get rid of your financial burdens, not add to them. You can focus on your recovery and health while we handle all legal matters.
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Who Qualifies for Veterans’ Disability Benefits in California?
Anyone who has a service–connected disability may qualify for Veterans’ Benefits. We can step in to help with your benefit claim if you served via:
- Active duty training
- Inactive duty training
- Active duty
Additionally, your California Veterans Disability lawyer will need to show that you have a current condition that somehow impacts your health.
Finally, we need to establish that your health condition connects to the time you spent in military service to show that you have a service-connected disability.
How Do We Establish Your Service Connection?
We can use several strategies to establish a service connection for your disability. We review the specifics of your situation so that we can show that your disability relates directly to your time spent in military service.
Depending on your situation, we may take steps to show that you have a direct service connection or that your condition started or was directly caused by your time serving in the military.
We may also demonstrate a presumptive service connection. This connection relates to conditions, like diseases associated with exposure to Agent Orange, that have an automatic service connection. Finally, we can help with secondary service connections when one condition causes another, like a knee injury that eventually leads to back problems.
What Conditions Qualify You for VA Benefits?
The VA may provide you with disability benefits for many conditions caused by your military service. Examples of conditions that often qualify for benefits include:
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) and other potential cognitive impairments
- Tinnitus and hearing loss
- Neck, back, and spinal cord injuries (SCIs)
- Respiratory conditions caused by exposure to hazardous materials
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
The above list only contains examples of qualifying conditions. We can review the specifics of your condition to provide more detailed information about your situation.
What Benefits Can You Get through Veterans Disability?
The VA can provide you with a monthly benefits payment if you qualify for Veterans’ Disability. You can use this payment to cover your living expenses.
The VA also provides access to healthcare services to address your medical needs if you qualify for these disability benefits. In some cases, you can get additional benefits based on the severity of your situation.
Our team will review your circumstances and explain the specific benefits available to you.
Talk to Us About Veterans’ Disability Benefits in California
You can get professional and personalized support from a California Veterans Disability lawyer when you turn to our team at Marc Whitehead & Associates for help. We understand what you’re going through and want to help with every part of the disability claims process.
We’re available to help you 24/7, so don’t hesitate to call us today.
