Gain Comfort, Support And Increased Success During VA Claims

The Veterans Affairs (VA) claim system isn't an easy task for all veterans. A lack of evidence, confusing requirements and long wait times can create a situation where legitimately suffering veterans must wait for months or even years before receiving even a percentage of what they deserve in compensation. Whether you've been in the claim system for more than a few months or you're just getting started, take the time to understand for the same delayed Veterans Affairs system can give you some relief while you wait--and how an attorney could help.

Utilize The VA Clinic

If you're a veteran with an other-than-dishonorable discharge, you're eligible for medical care with the Department of Veterans Affairs. If you haven't been to the clinic for medical reasons, it's basically like a general doctor's office in the private sector.

There are a lot of stories about long wait times at VA clinics. Some are true, but if you really need some medication for a cold or pain relief, or you feel that you're nearing a medical emergency, being in the clinic is better than waiting for emergency services at home.

If you've been dealing with a few medical issues that aren't on your claim, it doesn't matter; the VA clinic can still look at the issue and decide how to handle you issue from there. No charges need to be made unless you request advanced care that may incur a fee.

Unable to make it to the clinic and don't want to call an ambulance? Call the VA clinic. Call a VA administrative building. Call any local veterans group or even your city government. There are many ways for a veteran to make it to the medical care needed at both the official level and charity level, and it's this level of care that you deserve as a veteran.

An Attorney Can Help You Increase Those Benefits

If you're looking at a denial, don't worry; your VA eligibility doesn't go away just because your claim process stopped. You can continue using the services that the VA outlines for you, and you can even submit as many appeals as you want. That said, it might be better to give a professional a chance at pushing the claim to success.

A personal injury attorney has the injury and compensation experience to examine your situation thoroughly. You may have the right information, but it may not be highlighted and organized in a way that shows your service connection.

Service connection is the label that details how your injury or condition is related to the military. Even if you know that your condition was caused by military service or made worse by military service, it has to be in official documentation for the VA to accept your claim for compensation. 

With an attorney's help, you can meet up with other medical professionals who have the time and claim system experience for examinations and medical documentation that highlight your issues thoroughly. With new evidence in hand and an attorney on your side, you stand a better chance at being approved or even increasing your disability compensation rate.

For more information, contact Baudler, Maus, Forman, Kritzer & Wagner, LLP or a similar firm.