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Veterans' Disability

Soldiers can return from war with a number of conditions, injuries, and aggravated preexisting conditions. According to Veteran's Affairs (VA), 60,000 U.S. service personnel have been wounded or have struggled with psychological disorders in the wake of their tours in Iraq since 2003. The percentage of amputees is the highest since the Civil War and the VA estimates that up to one-third of all those who have served in Iraq suffer from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).

If you believe you have a combat- or service-connected physical or psychological injury you may be entitled to Veterans' Disability Compensation. You may also receive additional compensation if you were / are a: 

  • Prisoner of War (POW) for any length of time, you may be eligible for disability benefits for psychosis, anxiety issues, dysthymic disorders, frostbite residuals, post-traumatic osteoarthritis, heart disease, hypertensive vascular disease, and strokes. 
  • Prisoner of War for at least 30 days, you may be eligible for disability benefits for avitaminosis, peripheral neuropathy, beriberi, chronic dysentery, helminthiasis, malnutrition (including optic atrophy), pellagra, nutritional deficiencies, irritable bowel syndrome, peptic ulcer disease, and cirrhosis of the liver. 
  • Gulf War Veteran, you may be eligible for disability benefits for unexplained multi-symptom illnesses, fatigue, skin disorders, headaches, muscle pain, joint pain, neurological symptoms, neuropsychological symptoms, and symptoms involving the respiratory system, sleep disturbances, gastrointestinal symptoms, cardiovascular symptoms, abnormal weight loss and menstrual disorders. 
  • Exposed to radiation or radiation during active duty, you may be eligible for disability benefits for most forms of leukemia, and most forms of cancer. 

Veterans who have served our country should be treated with the honor and respect they deserve! Don't spend another day worrying about how you will pay your medical bills and support your family. Don't continue to think that you are not entitled to disability benefits because your application has been denied.

At LaVan and Neidenberg, we are determined to secure veterans their rightful disability compensation and disability rating. 

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If you are a United States veteran suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), head injuries, physical limitations, or any other combat-related disability, contact us now for a FREE legal consultation and evaluation of your case.

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LaVan & Neidenberg has clients nationwide and serves the following areas in Florida and Georgia: Miami-Dade County, Miami, Broward Country, Fort Lauderdale, Palm Beach, St. Lucie County, Homestead, Vero Beach, Hollywood, Miami Beach, Miami Gardens, Pompano, Sunrise, West Palm, Boca Raton, Ft. Lauderdale, Atlanta, Georgia, Fulton County, and DeKalb County.


VA FooterSoldiers can return from action with a number of conditions, injuries, and aggravated preexisting conditions. If you believe you have a service-connected physical or psychological injury you may be entitled to Veterans’ Compensation. At LaVan and Neidenberg, we are determined to secure veterans their rightful disability compensation and disability rating. We wrote this book for you! In it you will find valuable tips on how to navigate the claims process and avoid common pitfalls. Request your FREE copy today!

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Library for Veterans' Disability:

  • West Nile Virus   
    Description: West Nile Virus has been approved by the VA as a presumptive disease. This library item will take a look at West Nile Virus and how it affects service men and women who contract the disease while serving in Afghanistan and Southwest Asia. If veterans can prove that they contracted West Nile Virus while serving they will be eligible for veterans disability compensation.
  • Hepatitis C May Be a Service-Connected Disability   
    Description: If you are a veteran who contracted hepatitis C while serving in the U.S. military, and you received a VA-issued air gun inoculation, you may be entitled to disability benefits. Please contact the Florida veterans’ disability rights law firm of LaVan & Neidenberg for more information on how you can receive your due compensation.
  • Read the VA Expedited Claims Adjudication (ECA) initiative Agreement and Waiver of Rights here [PDF]   
    Description: If you are a disabled veteran, exercise caution before signing any waivers for the Veterans Administration Regional Offices’ Expedited Claims Adjudication (ECA) initiative. The ECA affects veterans' rights by limiting the number of disability benefit claim appeals a veteran can file.
  • Understanding the VA's Expedited Claims Adjudication (ECA) for Veterans Disability Compensation Benefits   
    Description: The Veterans Administration Regional Offices’ Expedited Claims Adjudication (ECA) initiative promises to reduce waiting times for veterans' disability claims. The ECA agreement and waiver greatly reduces the rights of disabled veterans in need of veterans' disability benefits.
  • SBA Office of Veterans Business Development   
    Description: The Small Business Administration helps entrepreneurs start and maintain their businesses. One office within the SBA is the Office of Veterans Business Development. If you are a disabled veteran who needs help appealing your VA disability rating please contact your Florida disability attorney at LaVan & Neidenberg today for your free consultation.
  • Enable America Helps Disabled Veterans Find Jobs in Florida   
    Description: Enable America is a nonprofit organization that works to find disabled veterans jobs. Though their main office is in Tampa Enable America assists disabled veterans across America and has programs in San Antonio, TX and Raleigh, NC. If you have been denied VA disability benefits please contact your Florida disability attorneys at LaVan & Neidenberg at 1.888.234.5758 for your free consultation.
  • Workforce Alliance | Florida   
    Description: Workforce Alliance is dedicated to working with employers and job seekers across Florida. They are especially interested in helping veterans make the transition from military service to civilian life. If you need assistance filing for or appealing your veterans’ disability claim contact your Florida disability attorneys at LaVan & Neidenberg today.
  • Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States (VFW)   
    Description: This page will help you learn more about the services the VFW offers. The VFW is there for veterans and their Posts do a lot to help local disabled veterans. If you have been given a VA disability rating that is too low please contact your Georgia and Florida veterans’ disability attorney today. At LaVan & Neidenberg we want you to get the highest possible rating for your service related disability.
  • VA Hospitals and Clinics in Georgia   
    Description: This page is contains a comprehensive list of VA health facilities in Georgia. The list includes hospitals, clinics and vet centers. If you need help appealing your veterans’ disability claim please contact your Georgia disability attorney at LaVan & Neidenberg today for your free consultation.
  • VA Hospitals and Clinics In Florida   
    Description: This page is contains a comprehensive list of VA health facilities in Florida. The list includes hospitals, clinics and vet centers. If you need help appealing your veterans’ disability claim please contact your Florida disability attorney at LaVan & Neidenberg today for your free consultation
  • The United States Department of Veterans Affairs   
    Description: The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is responsible for the well being and proper burial of millions of veterans. This page is intended as a basic guide to navigating the VA website. If you or a family member needs help with your veterans’ disability claim please contact your Florida disability attorney at LaVan & Neidenberg today for your free consultation.
  • Supporting Your Veterans' Disability Compensation Claim   
    Description: Read about how you could improve your chances of winning your Veterans’ Disability Compensatation claim. The critical aspect is having medical evidence that supports your condition.
  • VA Schedule for Rating Service-Connected Disabilities   
    Description: This document provides the VA's criteria for rating the severity of various service-connected disabilities. Where a veteran has more than one disability, the percentages are not simply added together to produce a new rating. Instead, a formula described in federal regulations calculates the overall rating.
  • VA Form 9 - Appeal to Board of Veterans' Appeals [PDF]   
    Description: If your disability claim has been denied by the VA and you intend to appeal the decision, you will need to complete and submit a Notice of Disagreement (NOD) and VA Form 9. You will need at least an hour to complete the VA Form 9 and practice extreme caution while doing so. Mistakes can cause further delays and/or cause your case to be denied again. Don't try to go at it alone. Get help today -- contact the Law Offices of LaVan and Neidenberg at 1-888-234-5758.
  • Suicide Warning Signs   
    Description: According to data from 45 states, 6,256 men and women who had served in the armed forces took their own lives in 2005 - that's 120 suicides every week. A CBS investigative team found that veterans were more than twice as likely to commit suicide that year than non-veterans.
  • How to Simplify the VA Disability Compensation Process   
    Description: At LaVan and Neidenberg, we are determined to secure veterans their rightful disability compensation and disability rating. Whether you are applying for compensation, seeking an increased rating, or appealing a denied request, we are determined to help you. Contact our firm today for a FREE consultation - 1-888-234-5758.
  • Survivors Benefits: Spouse, Dependent Children and Parents   
    Description: The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Labor (DOL) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) offer a wide range of benefits and services to the survivors of U.S. military personnel who died during or after active service to their country.
  • Veterans' Disability Compensation: Benefits Package   
    Description: FREE Evaluation of your case - read about the VA's benefits package and find out what you may be entitled to receiving.
  • Determining Your Eligibility and Compensation   
    Description: Veterans who have served our country should be treated with the honor and respect they deserve. If you believe you have a service-connected physical or psychological injury you may be entitled to Veterans’ Compensation. At LaVan and Neidenberg, we are determined to secure veterans their rightful disability compensation and disability rating. Whether you are applying for compensation, seeking an increased rating, or appealing a denied request, we are determined to help you. Call us today for a FREE evaluation of your case 1-888-234-5758.
  • Veterans' Disability Compensation Claims Process (Flow Chart) [PDF]   
    Description: Ever wondered what happens after you've filed a disability claim with the Department of Veterans' Affairs? It's no secret that the process is lengthy and complicated and riddled with bureaucratic loop holes. This flow chart illustrates the path your claim will likely follow. Included are the steps for the appeals and hearing process.

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Videos about Veterans' Disability:

Web Resources for Veterans' Disability:

  • USA Together

    Description: You've served your country well, now allow your country to give back to you. USA Together brings together injured service members who need assistance and the people who want to help them.

  • Robert Morrow University

    Description: Veterans of the U.S. armed services will be able to earn a degree tuition-free at Robert Morris University (RMU) under the newly created RMU Military Service Award.

  • Creating Futures

    Description: Provides free training and certification opportunities to populations who have historically been under-represented in the information technology (IT) workforce, including U.S. veterans and individuals with disabilities.

  • National Center for PTSD (Posttraumatic Stress Disorder) Fact Sheet

    Description: The PTSD Information Center has Fact Sheets and Videos to answer your questions on trauma, PTSD and related issues.

  • Department of Defense Transition Assitance Program (TurboTAP.org)

    Description: The DoD Transition Assistance Program was developed to assist in the transitioning of military personnel and family members leaving the service. Returning to civilian life is an exciting time, but is also a complex undertaking. There are many steps to take, with questions to be answered. The DoD Transition Assistance Program is here to help.

  • MILSpouse.org

    Description: MilSpouse.org is your resource library for military spouse employment, education, and relocation information. Here you will find links to employment related information and other resources for military spouses and military families.

  • Asbestos.com - The Leading Mesothelioma Cancer Resource

    Description: Asbestos.com is committed to providing the latest, up-to-date information to our visitors in the hopes of spreading awareness about the dangers of asbestos cancer. This website offers a one-stop resource on all asbestos issues ranging from occupational exposure to mesothelioma treatment options. From the 1930s through the 1970s, the U.S. Navy used hundreds of asbestos-contaminated products in all of its vessels, which led to hazardous asbestos exposure among thousands of veterans.

  • Stars and Stripes

    Description: Stars and Stripes is a daily newspaper published for the U.S. military, DoD civilians, contractors, and their families. Unique among the many military publications, Stars and Stripes operates as a First Amendment newspaper, free of control and censorship.

  • Redeployment Health Guide: A Service Member’s Guide to Deployment-Related Stress Problems

    Description: This brochure is intended to help you understand some of the more serious deployment-related stress problems. It will also give you some general guidance on where you can go to get assistance if you think that you may be experiencing any of these problems. Remember, any Soldier CAN face serious deployment-related stress problems.

  • The American Legion

    Description: A membership to The American Legion entitles active-duty personnel and families to: professional help in obtaining full medical, educational, and insurance benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs, assistance in preparing VA claims and getting accurate information concerning financial services, and professional representation of veterans’ interests in Congress by the American Legion's staff in Washington, D.C., who are fighting for legislation that protects the benefits of all veterans and their families.

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