April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, so let’s take some time to discuss Parkinson’s disease (PD). With over 200,000 new cases diagnosed each year, it’s important to know what Parkinson’s disease is, how it can be treated, and the disability benefits available to those who are unable to work due to the symptoms of their PD. […]
Qualifying for Breast Cancer Disability Benefits
It’s estimated there will 268,600 new cases of invasive breast cancer diagnosed in 2019. Worse, it’s estimated that 41,760 women will die from breast cancer in the U.S. this year. How many of these deaths could have been prevented through early detection and treatment? That’s one of the reasons to support National Breast Cancer Awareness […]
How Does the New Veterans Appeals Improvement and Modernization Act Affect Your Disability Claim?
There’s good news for disabled veterans who have applied for disability benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs. Congress recently passed the Veterans Appeals Improvement and Modernization Act of 2017 designed to make it faster and easier to navigate through the review and appeal process. These new laws went into effect in February 2019. The […]
Common Reasons for Veterans Disability Claim Denials And How To Fight Back
Veterans disability claim denials are common and can be caused by errors in the determination of benefits or lack of evidence. Many of these denials have a strong chance of appeal with appropriate documentation. Denials commonly happen for the following reasons: Lack of medical evidence to support disability Missing connection between service and symptoms Condition pre-existed […]
When Physical Disabilities Result in Psychological Problems
It’s not uncommon for people who have been disabled due to injury or illness to develop psychological problems, such as depression, as a result of their condition. Sometimes, these psychological problems can be as much of a hindrance to their ability to work as their physical condition. How does this affect people trying to get […]
What Evidence Is Needed in a VA Disability Claim?
At the Law Offices of M. Stanley Whitehead, we have extensive experience assisting veterans whose claims for disability benefits through the Veterans Administration have been denied. This isn’t an uncommon occurrence; many applications are rejected the first time around. Why? In a lot of instances, their claim gets rejected based not on its validity, but […]
From Submission to Decision: The VA Disability Benefits Claims Process
Applying for disability benefits from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) can be a long, complex process. There are many rules and procedures a disabled veteran must follow in order to be approved for VA disability benefits, and failing to provide the necessary information could result in a claim being denied. To begin with, […]
What Is The Appeals Process For a VA Disability Denial?
If you’ve applied for disability compensation from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and you did not qualify for the level of benefits you need or your claim was denied, you have a right to appeal the VA’s decision. Here’s a word of advice: don’t try to handle your appeal alone. Get help. Before you […]
Myths About Social Security Disability
There are many common myths about Social Security disability benefits. These misconceptions often leave those in need of benefits confused about what they qualify for and what to expect from the process. Find out the truth behind these myths. Myth: Everyone gets denied for disability benefits the first time. Fact: While many people who apply […]
