Veterans have felt the responsibility of protecting our nation, so when they are no longer on active duty, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Board of Veterans Appeals takes a decided interest in providing benefits for a disabled service member. One of the main ways the VA office does this is by providing disability benefits to eligible veterans, provided that they can show that they have service-connected disabilities. Unfortunately, many veterans are unable to get the help they need simply because the application process is so complicated. Our law firm at Wettermark Keith is here to clear up a few of the most confusing questions about VA disability benefits and appeals for veterans' claims.

Are There Any Hidden Rules to Eligibility?

There are many programs within VA disability, and each has its separate requirements for eligibility. However, for the overall VA disability program, the only requirements are that you were discharged from service under anything other than dishonorable conditions and that the disability you’re facing was brought about as a result of your time in service. You do not have to have a total disability to be eligible.

Can My Family Receive VA Disability Benefits?

Families are eligible for certain types of VA benefits, like health care, life insurance, or payment for certain types of compensation. If family members are also responsible for providing care to disabled veterans, they may also be eligible for some financial support. For instance, both the Homebound and the Aid and Attendance programs provide help for families. Talk to a knowledgeable veterans disability benefits lawyer to know for certain which veterans law might be applicable for you, and which programs would be best for you and your loved ones.