It was because of that first video that I was able to get my ttdi. You guys are the best!

@bakebd5126

4 жыл бұрын

@leland braggs Which video?

@lelandbraggs7195

4 жыл бұрын

@@bakebd5126 The video that comes in at 1:15. Good luck.

@goldenboysnow9534

3 жыл бұрын

How long did it take you from applying to receive approval?

@lelandbraggs7195

3 жыл бұрын

@@goldenboysnow9534 6 months. Good luck!!!!

@williestevenson6032

3 жыл бұрын

@@bakebd5126 to the hospital 🏥🏥🏥 7

One of the problems I encountered stemmed from VSO's and their limited knowledge about how the system works. My initial rating came back a combined 60%. I was pleased to have gotten anything at that point because I expected nothing. After talking with other Vets who deal with similar issues, Vets who received high ratings, I again went to a couple of local VSO's and was pretty much told "you get what you get." This happened several times. Finally I became aware of a local attorney who specializes in VA benefits. Following a consultation I was assured those who determined ratings had 'low balled me.' The attorney told me this was not at all uncommon. He further stated his belief those low-balled are so pleased to have gotten something they often will never challenge the rating. That sounded very plausible. Had I not spoken with other Vets I'd had been in that group. The attorney then filed the required paperwork, made arrangements for independent evaluations and suddenly (well, not so suddenly because this took about 18 months) I was at 80 percent. Great, I thought. A few weeks following the increase I stopped by the attorney's office to thank him for having helped me. Imagine my surprise when he told me he wasn't finished. That's when I first learned of TDIU. My post-military service employment history has be sketchy, at best. During the 40 years since leaving the military I've had dozens of jobs and long periods of unemployment. I'm talking in one instance over 7 years out of the work force. Additionally, all the jobs held were typically low paying. This got worse and worse and worse. Instability is not a trait employers are willing to reward with higher wages. I always felt trapped.. I t took about another year for the VA to process the TDIU claim, but it was successful. Today, between the little I receive from SSI, and what I receive from the VA my resources are greater than at any other time in my adult life - except for prior to military service. My only regret is I wait for over four decades to seek what was owed me as a result of what I experienced. I had joined because I believed serving and defending my country was both a duty and an honor. I paid a huge price. Many years later I'm being somewhat compensated. No matter how much money I may receive it will never actually equal what my service has cost me over the years. But, something is a whole lot better than nothing. I tell all Vets that if you believe your service has cost you anything beyond what is considered the norm, do all you can to get whatever you can, as much as you can. I tell them it will take time. It may take finding those with the knowledge necessary. The thing is those people exist and really aren't that hard to find. Once a claim as been decided, denied or given a rating, there are many attorneys more than happy to do all the leg work. Their fees are also set by law. They are limited to 20% of whatever might be due from the date of the original claim to the time the challenge is decided. If you get nothing the lawyer gets nothing. Lawyers don't work for free. So, if a lawyer is will to take on you case you can be almost certain you've got a legitimate winner. My advise to others is this: Don't wait. Don't accept 'No' for an answer from anyone, especially yourself. If you served, if you suffered as a result, do whatever it takes to get what is due you.. I know what I'm talking about.

@nolebloodedfarmer7445

2 жыл бұрын

most vsos only want to do paperwork and dont want to comment. i caught my vso knowing what i need to put for tdiu but conveniently not saying a thing about it til after the fact. I found it very frustrating.

@vinsonburton8781

2 жыл бұрын

@@nolebloodedfarmer7445 L

@jimlester8878

Жыл бұрын

Hello brother I was in the same boat you was in it took me 30 to 40 years to decide or realize I could get something, and here it is 55 years later I'm still fighting this but I do have a hope since I have found an attorney that would work it's looking better but now I'm 80 years old I should have been getting compensation long ago Brother tell me if if you know what is beefy a lawyer can charge you to file your claim thank you

@jimthornsbury9205

Жыл бұрын

That is very well said brother, never give up

@jimthornsbury9205

Жыл бұрын

@@jimlester8878 for lawyers filing a VA claim the maximum they can charge you is 20% of your total award

I had a great DAV representative which helped me all along my compensation journey, as soon as I hit 60 percent he filed for IU ON my behalf, and shortly after that I had a comp examination, and shortly after that I was awarded 100 percent P&T.

@tsh30039

Жыл бұрын

You lucky guy

@SteveC-pk4io

Жыл бұрын

You are very lucky as I tried to get DAV to help me and the disability I asked about to them was answered with "you cannot get paid for that" and that was in 2010 and so i went with TVC and lo and behold today I am at 80% with no help from DAV. The thing I asked them about has gone through 2 surgery procedures. You are lucky!

@juliewow4504

Жыл бұрын

The DAV is my VSO now after hearing about how great they are. That has not been my experience. Their process is as obtuse and black as anything the VA can hand out. I was disappointed in my state VSO. Now just a different disappointment. America loves veterans! Thanks for the heads up H&P. I am finally getting my head around the VA process'.

I'm 100% Disabled Veteran sharing your awesomeness !!! Thank you & God Bless!!!

MY GOD... thank you people ! August 2nd, VSO / Tim... an amazing Person. August 3rd Appeals Court. Thank you tonight ... how many helpful videos over the weeks. I am as ready as I can be 10 days in advance.... I will see you again and again over these next 10 days prior.... GOD BLESS YOU all. God bless all, who gave all. RIP Sailors and Veterans.

I was just recently awarded TDIU, permanent and total, with special monthly compensation. This was all due to Hill and Pontons excellent attorneys. In the award letter sent by the VA it said I have "TDIU, permanent and total". I live in Texas where 100% disabled veterans pay no property taxes. In my county, the "gatekeeper" they have posted at the counter has no idea about TDIU, and says I need to be 100% disabled to be granted this benefit. Of course, I am receiving 100% disability benefit, but this clerk (gatekeeper) at the county tax assessor office has been told, or just assumes, that if the VA letter doesn't say in writing "100%", that it's not good enough to accept. My Hill and Ponton attorney has graciously sent a letter to the VA requesting the VA send me a letter that spells out that 'TDIU, permanent and total is a 100% disability', so I can get past the roadblock that this gatekeeper has thrown up in front of me. Hopefully I will find that in my mailbox sometime soon! Thank you Hill and Ponton! Y'all are the best ever!

@ramachiramelel850

2 жыл бұрын

how did you get in contact with them?

@g.guerrero9678

2 жыл бұрын

Google?

@TheTotalConcept

Жыл бұрын

dude what happened?

@barrylitchfield8357

Жыл бұрын

@@TheTotalConcept- after about a month, I did receive a letter from the county stating that they have approved my tax exemption. I was also told that they were going to refund the taxes I had already paid back to the effective date of my TDIU (2 years). But, my Hill & Ponton attorney is appealing the effective date, and we're asking for 2013 effective date. (The date I had a heart attack while I was in the VA hospital for an unrelated issue - (hip replacement).

@michaelpalus7929

Жыл бұрын

How much did the lawyers charge?

Keep helping veterans. God bless you all

@yatessmyrna

2 жыл бұрын

. . . out of their back pay for IA?

@michaelmcgregor7374

2 жыл бұрын

Keep dreaming!!!

I have fought with the VA for over 50 years. Every single claim I have ever submitted has automatically been denied, last year up hired attorneys to do my claims they requested my records and after reviewing them had told me that the VA rated me only for PTSD and put me in a special category where nothing else gets rated. I am currently rated at 70% for PTSD and they filed a claim for unemployability I just recently got paperwork back from the VA denying that claim. Even though I have 50% hearing loss in both ears which the VA had hearing aids issued for me I have a lower back injury and upper back injury from a rollover accident that I had in the military on duty I have been diagnosed with degenerative cervical disc disease and arthritis in my lower back this causes pain through my hip and down my left leg my right arm is weak and tingles all the time all of those claims were denied. In reading the paper they sent back denied but it gives no reason why. When I first got out of the military the VA was less than helpful to the veterans Lotus down with paperwork that we had no idea how to fill out and there was no help out there to do it. Over the years that has changed and it is a little better. I have had vso's and numerous other people telling me about all the delays that the VA has oh, well I'm here to tell you those delays have been there since the early 70s if anything they have gotten worse. My married life has gone down the tubes I've been separated for nine years and right now I'm on the verge of being on the street again but yet the VA keeps dragging its feet I'm tired of being treated like nobody, the US government had no problem sending me to Vietnam for a year all the while making promises that they would take care of me when I came back so when are they going to start. As I see it now the only thing they are trying to do is trying to get the veteran so frustrated that he gives up oh, this is no longer acceptable

@jimthornsbury9205

2 жыл бұрын

Update finally got my hundred percent since I was 70% already for PTSD they approved the unemployability claim so out of about 15 claims that I had in four different problems that occurred in service they finally approved me as unemployable for PTSD

@barrylitchfield8357

2 жыл бұрын

Jim Thornsbury - Keep your chin up. I've been fighting the VA since 2013. I'm also Vietnam Vet with Ischemic Heart disease. Got to 80% using a VSO. I hired Hill and Ponton after all the years of fighting the VA. I also just turned 75 in May 2022. Make SURE you tell the VA when you turn 75. My TDIU, permanent and total, with special monthly compensation added was approved within two weeks of my 75th birthday. You move to the "top of the pile" of claims at 75 years old.

@jimthornsbury9205

2 жыл бұрын

@@barrylitchfield8357 cool thanks bro that's something I didn't know about and nobody had never told me I turn 70 this November

@hernandezcordovajanice6140

2 жыл бұрын

@@jimthornsbury9205 I almost 😢 reading you. Then read this update and a BIG SMILE just went out from my ❤ . Brave man. That's what you are. Thank you for your service and sacrifice.

@jimthornsbury9205

2 жыл бұрын

@@hernandezcordovajanice6140 well I don't consider it Brave but my temper got the best of me and I sat down and decided I'm going to fight them till the day I drop dead I also found out something else too when you hit 100% if you're a California veteran you can go in and file a paper and you get an exemption on the registration for your car I had a lady at DMV tell me that and she even gave me the paper now I just got to take it out and have my doctor sign it that's the only break that I know that the state of California gives us I've got an old 2004 Mercedes that I got at a lien sale and they was trying to charge me $757 just to get it registered and in my name but once I take this paper in I don't pay nothing if you're in a state other than California you might want to check with your DMV and see if they give you a breaks on your registration I know in Nevada they give you a break on your property taxes if you're a veteran

I thank all our vet's for their service why should they have to fight for there benefit when they should all ready have it they have done a lot for everyone my uncle was a Marine an my dad was in the USAF thank you veterans for your service stay safe everyone

@kennash7583

4 жыл бұрын

Its complicated, on their end...

@danielwebb9306

4 жыл бұрын

@@kennash7583 I hear you their thank you very much for your service all you veterans are my heroes when our Nation called you answer an I thank you again for your service

@kennash7583

4 жыл бұрын

@@danielwebb9306 thank you for your support!

@wildsau1965

2 жыл бұрын

i think the problem is , is that many lie and abuse the system making it harder for those that really need it .

@billsmith2915

2 жыл бұрын

Might possibly have something to do with everyone and their brother that served 3 years as a cook assistant thinks they deserve 100 disability, and the people that deserve it have to fight the system.

On the verge of tears finding this video. My husband has been at 90% and he is trying for unemployability, and from this I am hopeful that he will win.

@HillAndPonton

2 жыл бұрын

Best of luck to you! Hopefully your husband gets the benefits he deserves. ❤

@RyanLg123

2 жыл бұрын

I’m so confused, I’m trying to raise my rating right now but was under the impression that you could work a full time job even if you are at 100% disability rating

You are truly the best because of your video on TDIU. I received TDIU. THANK YOU !!!

I am marine disabled veteran at 90% I have been on state disability since 2018, still havent been able to get my 100% with the va. I have a physical doctor at the va clinic in my county who says I had an accident, he doesnt help at all with him vietnamese. He doesnt help any of his patients that I have talked with. He says the patients are chronic complainers, doctors like this in the va system doesnt help any veteran. Thank you for your video. Stay safe.

I got my Unemployability in 2013 but it wasn't made P&T until my ptsd exam 5 years later in 2018.. remember there's a difference for Unemployability and TDIU.. because you may be paid at 100 per cent but not yet made permanent..that permanent status gives your educational benefits ..

I am over all 80%. I have 20% each shoulder 30% somatic system disorder and 10% for thoracic spine myofasical pain. I also have 30% Migraines and 10% tinnitus. I will be getting with you all for sure.

Folks, I have been referring Veterans to seek the help of Hill and Ponton, P.A. to their website, whenever they have an issue with their Veteran Affairs claims. Neither party on each end of the spectrum do I get paid or get favorable treatments; I just want to help my fellow-Americans for serving their country. Do the same for another veteran that deserves these types of professional attorneys that understand the law and jargons of the VA world. Thank you, H&P for taking care of us.

Was awarded back TDIU for over four years. Was already rated 100% and with two very nice back pays plus was awarded SMC.

Thank you very much for this information. I been out since 2012. Since my discharge I have only had 3 jobs. I was diagnosed with severe PTSD 80% and later was increase to 90% for my lower back. I'm in the process of submitting 100% unemployability. Wish me luck 🤞.

@adonben-yisrael9646

2 жыл бұрын

💯

@KevinNordstrom

2 жыл бұрын

How it go?

@JD-ds1ym

2 жыл бұрын

Keep us updated please, best of luck!

@nolebloodedfarmer7445

2 жыл бұрын

its supposed to be automatic with a 70% or higher rating.

@nolebloodedfarmer7445

2 жыл бұрын

@@nevergiveupfitness4710 Maybe, a good course of action, i would throw in a tdiu claim if not actively working and work the other claims/secondary claims. In fact i would throw migraine and sleep apnea under ptsd as secondaries as that would pretty much already establish service connection.

I’ve been 90% (70 PTSD, 30 migraines, and 14other issues) since retiring in 2010, but have hired a lawyer last March. Keeping my fingers crossed.

@BassNinja

2 жыл бұрын

Brother I would have saved you the money. Go to a local Disabled American Veterans they'll help for free its vets helping vets and if you need a lawyer they got you covered. But I hope you see this there are ways to increase it as well. I'll get back to you if you reply. Sgt E USMC

@umkane3851

2 жыл бұрын

Stay on those lawyers... I was at 90% and took 1 year of appeals to get the 100%

@jjarcast

2 жыл бұрын

Stay away from lawyers.. they don’t want to help, all they want is your money .. and you don’t need a lawyer .. I highly lawyers would scare the VA

@BassNinja

2 жыл бұрын

@@umkane3851 DAV gives free lawyers just saying

@MrKim-dx7bq

2 жыл бұрын

It took me 3 years appeal after appeal, I went thru Dav, Pav, and 4 others, each advanced it a little then they stopped, went to another organization until it went to the final court of appeals in Washington. 100% PTSD 40% for back injury, USMC 1968 - 1971, You know where I was, keep fighting!!

I also just wanted to add that once I found your videos it explains a lot to me and it gives me Avenues that I never knew I had believe it or not there is no one out there from the VA that is willing to help a veteran anymore

@antoinebaker7155

2 жыл бұрын

I found your information on this video to be very informative I as a veteran greatly appreciate your time and everyone who contribute to this video

@jimlester8878

Жыл бұрын

Hello again can you tell me again what attorney can charge for filing a claim

God bless you for all you do for vets

I’m crying over here! God bless y’all. I’ve been trying for the longest to get %100. I’m going to send this to my dad as well!

@HillAndPonton

2 жыл бұрын

God bless and good luck to you!

@KnoUrWorthLuv

2 жыл бұрын

@@HillAndPonton thank you!!❤️

@jonkelley7713

2 жыл бұрын

Brother,be weary of the income limit after you get TDIU. Currently nothing more than $13,500ish on reported income.

I've been gainfully employed since leaving the military. I've been recently rated at 70% and as my disabilities increase I had to leave my job, it was too painful to work.

I finally got compensation for My service in 2020 ....after 43 years! I got a VA representative! Makes all the difference!

I filed for service connected disability 2 years ago and received 50% PTSD, 50% migraines, 10% Tinnitus, 25% for both knees. I was working at the time but am no longer working and can’t work because of these. I also didn’t file for SSN disability because I didn’t know I could. Waiting now 5 months for the VA to decide if I get the unemployability.

Individual Unemployability would be my last resort. I would go for 100% p&t. IU limits what you can do. With 100%PT you can work and make as much as you want.

@Peakfreud

2 жыл бұрын

Facts

@michaelhopkins2952

2 жыл бұрын

IU depends on an individual. Some people should file for TDIU and others should go for a scheduler rating.

@danielledavis9876

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly and you can get puck for an exam anytime. In my remand they tried to get to apply, I said no. I will wait on the claims I have

I was denied unemployability for bipolar the VA said I can work in a supervised setting, but gave me 100 percent scheduler non p and t. Go figure. Isn’t every job in a supervised setting lol.

@michaelmcgregor7374

2 жыл бұрын

I came home from Desert Storm in 1992, the VA diagnosed me with PTSD but said it was NOT combat related, so they gave me nothing!!!

@RessurrectionGraves

2 жыл бұрын

None combat related or non military related. Many Vets have ratings for non combat related PTSD.

@colleencurato3110

2 жыл бұрын

@@michaelmcgregor7374 please tell me that you at least tried again

This is why I have you guy's. Mathew put me in for 100% unemployability right off the bat. I was told it would take approximately 3 to 5 years. The 8 th of April this year in a few days it will be 5. I read a rule that the benefit of the doubt always goes to the veteran. I'm totally disabled and was put on S.S. disability in 1998. I had a dream job making $157.000 a year. Believe me I would rather be working. I will only get a fraction of my salary for waiting 5 years. 😢

I received 20% for hearing with service related cause. Then went for agent orange exposure when the cancers started. Arms, melonma on my back, and finally prostate cancer surgery. I received 60% for cancer, combined 20% and 60% = 80% by any third garden arithmetic. Ended up with 70%. My vso had me apply for unemployability. Hard to work when you spend the day cleaning the piss that runs down your leg. I now receive 100% on an 70% claim. Took 3 years, the best advice I can give any vet, get a vso that knows their job or a attorney and don't give up.

Thank you Hill n Ponton, your videos educated me quite a bit.

A 70 percent combined rating permanent and total. With unemployability receive 100 percent comp pay. The rating remains at 70 percent

@meredithhpmoderator713

4 жыл бұрын

Please feel free to give us a call at 386-257-2100 to see if we may be able to assist you. Thank you!

@RealReeseElDon

3 жыл бұрын

@@meredithhpmoderator713 I receive 100% service connection. Can I apply for disability?

God Bess all our veterans. I’m blessed to have had the opportunity to serve this great country for over 20 years. Always remember all gave some and some gave all

My VSO just got me approved for TDIU after getting 70 percent for PTSD. Which makes sense seeing as I've been on social security disability since 2016 for the same reason. I've been reaching out to the VA on my own for YEARS now, and have even had to call the crisis line a time or two when things got more rough than I thought I could handle. Now, I'm glad I'm finally being taken care of, but in all honesty I should be getting a giant backed check dating back to discharge. Oh well... I suppose I need to see that no matter how badly I was screwed, I'm still more fortunate than many others that have come before me. I suppose... I'm sure my kids would beg the differ lol. Edit: Also, I've been discharged since 2005.

I am rated at 50% for PTSD from combat, and my symptoms have worsened with noise issues as well as the severe headaches

@JohnSmith-cx2mr

2 жыл бұрын

Put in for a increase to 60 at minimum. One at 60 or 2 at 70. Then with a clean IRS scoresheet, done deal. IU.

@pete7326

2 жыл бұрын

@John Smith thank you. I just filled out the form for an increase

@JohnSmith-cx2mr

2 жыл бұрын

@@pete7326 also, its your RIGHT to select WHERE for the C AND P also your RIGHT for a man or woman to see you regarding the exam. I recommend going to the State Capital. Politicians like clean streets, low homeless, and ZERO rejected vets. This has been my experience. I even stopped one cnp where within 2 minutes she threatened me with a turn down, RUDE! I changed it, two weeks later, 15 minutes. DONE

@JohnSmith-cx2mr

2 жыл бұрын

@@pete7326 oh yeah, you need to go see the Dr at the VA so you have your NEXUS (DIAGNOSIS). Obviously you have a rating, I'd want to make sure your wearing the VA out for help/treatment.

@jimthornsbury9205

Жыл бұрын

At this point I think I would be contacting a VA attorney

Oh my GOSH!🥺🥴🤦‍♀️ I definitely need your help! I'm just beside myself right now after watching this and finding out I do qualify, and should have been getting it for some time now, which could have saved me a lot of stress, pain, suffering, and money! THANK YOU FOR DOING THIS VIDEO, HELL FOR ALL YOUR OTHER VIDEOS AND THE OVERALL EFFORT ORDER TO HELP & INFORM VETERANS!

@HillAndPonton

2 жыл бұрын

Glad we could help in some way, Kara. Good luck to you and let us know how your claim goes!

I never heard of this. I guess I need to to VSO. Excellent information.

Im currently going through the process of getting my rating increased. Im at 50% right now for one disability. Im not receiving anything for PTSD, DEPRESSION, ANXIETY, HEARING LOSS IN LEFT EAR, and Vision. Until the accident, I had excellent vision. Now wear glasses and eyes are light sensitive. Haven't been able to keep a job since 2009. I'm hoping I will get rated enough to bring me to 70% which I'll then try for unemployable. My VA psychiatrist is on my side. Have already made 2 of the 3 Dr appointment they have scheduled me. I can only hope.

@johngeorgewashington1416

2 жыл бұрын

Do a Sleep Apnea test

Im 90% service connected im still waiting for unenployability decision since 2007 I have lawyers from a veterans group handling the appeals all i get is that i have to wait my combine ratings chronic depression ptsd Migranes im total disable from Social Security I dont know what else I can do but I feel this is unfair having to wait all these years for a decision

@lilcookie8778

4 жыл бұрын

Since 2007? Are you serious? Are you telling us that you have a claim that’s been pending for 13 years?

@Finestizpro

3 жыл бұрын

Thats a fuck ton of back pay 👀

@williamechevarria4616

3 жыл бұрын

@@lilcookie8778 denied💥

HILL AND PONTON GANARON MI CASO EN EL 2O14! LOS RECOMIENDO! LOS MEJORES!

@carlosherrera0001

2 жыл бұрын

Cual fue el costo de la representación?

I've been trying to increase my benefits for hearing loss down in the boiler plants. Watched one do a dance for us, 1200lb boilers usually blow up then. Thank my heavenly father for not letting that happen, but still remember it like it happened. Tried getting a boiler job, but get to nervous around them, affraid of them, dreams wake me a lot about it finishing me off. These things are as big as some houses. The asbestos fright came about 2 weeks before my discharge, space suits and all. I served from 76 - 80 active. Have never been able to hold a job for long, now on SSDI and 10% tinnitus. Living at poverty level sucks. Oh another issue that keeps plaguing me is when I was almost thrown overboard out at sea during a test refueling exercise from an aircraft carrier. They needed extra hands to help seat the fuel connector, and of course they called on B-division. I didn't hear the call to let go of the rope, would've been a good video of man playing superman. Flew thru air, then a high speed tumble across the deck. If I didn't open my arms wide, I'd have been shark bait, have regular night and daymares of that too. But when I menttion them incidents, they just get blown off. I sometimes get mad at God for saving me, it's a groundhog day thing, it won't leave me. Now to top it off, my breathing has been getting worse. King of like being tortured, slowly. Haven't got the evidence in order to get PTSD and the VA doesn't seem to give a damn. Too much paperwork, just boggles my mind.????

I'm rated 40% service connected 0% mood disorder yet I'm on SSD for bi-polar maniic depression diagnosed by the VA I'm not working and haven't been for15 years and I can't get unemployability rating

Can you do a video on veterans benefits such as Community Living Center, dependant benefits, etc. Thank you.

@meredithhpmoderator713

4 жыл бұрын

I will pass your suggestion on to our marketing team! Thank you!

@Raine747

2 жыл бұрын

@@retrorockerIndia you're asking for alot...why not just go to Google and find something to read on the subjects instead of trying to downplay their platform

cant thank you enough ,been fighting this for over a year now. Thank you for all the info.

@HillAndPonton

3 жыл бұрын

Good luck Lenny, and thank you for watching!

We like hearing the sensibility of compassionate goal options. 💚💛💙❤

I was recently denied TDIU. The C&P examiner said I could find a sit-down job. I told her I'm not trained for any sit-down jobs. I was a medic and operating room tech. After that, I went into electronics and computers where my jobs demanded that I be on my feet all night and lots of walking. My smartwatch showed from 10,000 to 14,000 steps a night. I can't even stand up for 10 minutes. I did get one of my knees changed from 10% to 30%, but it didn't change my total compensation.

@jonkelley7713

2 жыл бұрын

Ron 😎 I was a DS Corpsman. Hey try to get 100% Scheduled and wait for it to go P&T. Why? Because tdiu limits one to making under $13,500 in income after the award.

The issue I have run into being rated at 70% for PTSD, I am currently employed, but I have a letter from my General Manager breaking down the daily issues that he and the other employees have to endure and how it is not a good environment for anyone when I am there, but I maintain the job even through the struggle and he keeps me there all because I don't want my family to be homeless and neither does he because he is compassionate towards veterans. This is the reason I have been denied over and over again. Should I let my family be homeless? Should I end up in prison? Is this what they want? VA system is so broken. They REALLY DONT take a look at the VETERAN individually.

@sporillasanchez1648

3 жыл бұрын

In the same boat as you man, I’m about 2 no’s away from eating the barrel of my 45 and blowing my brains out in the lobby of my hometown VA with a sign around my neck telling them this could’ve been avoided.

@maribelfitzgibbon9331

2 жыл бұрын

@@sporillasanchez1648 please, don't do that. Get some help. Then, open up an IU claim due to your PTSD. My husband walked out of his job due to his PTSD in 2018. He opened a new claim for PTSD (he was 50%). He took the paperwork (when you open a claim online on ebenefits in 2018, it provided paperwork to fill out by your doctor) to his counselor and they wrote he can't hold a job due to his PTSD. He filled out the IU paperwork as well and submitted both claims at the same time. His PTSD was raised and IU was granted. Don't be discourage. He had two claims opened at the same time in 2018. The second was PTSD. They closed it along with the first claim without acknowledging the PTSD claim. He opened an intent to file in Nov 2018. When he went to submit his intent to file the week prior to the deadline (it took 1 1/2 yr to get his medical records from the VA. He received it the month prior), the intent to file was gone. In Feb 2020, he opened another intent to file. In Jul 2020, was when he submitted both claims (to include the paperwork the counselor filled out in 2018). In Feb 2021, both claims we granted, PTSD was raised and IU put him at 100% permanent (IU is normally temporary). You might want to try a weighted blanket for PTSD. I use a weighted blanket to sleep and has helped me stay asleep and ideations decreased by about 80-90%. It was 100% for about 6 months. Good luck!

@metalmike570

2 жыл бұрын

You file for 100% rating based on unemployability. I think that you must leave this job first, or see if they can let you go. Once that happens you need some documentation of the things you said in your statement above. And you having co-workers that are witnesses gives you a good case. Having an attorney like the ones in this video would get you a win, in my opinion.

I am 62 years old and recently awarded TDIU P&T. The VA Nutritionalist put me on a low carb and calorie diet. I was rated 0% for high blood pressure which may improve which is good but the secondary conditions caused by BP are service connected and static. Should I be concerned about a VA reevaluation.

So sad , had to go to different lawyers in which they took me right away and you didn’t want to bother, they helped me tremendously

@AaronChavis-wf1vt

Жыл бұрын

Who did you end up with if you don’t mind my asking?

I am at 100% V.A. disability with a priority group (1) - Unemployability), which allowed me to get military I.D. for my wife & I, to utilize medical facilities through the military, as well as having all the same privileges as a military retiree. I am retired from the Justice Dept., so I received both my retirement & V.A. disability with no interruption. I have not used the military benefits, since I still have my medical insurance through Justice Dept (private practice). All the benefits I am eligible for were told to me by the V.A., when I was given my 100% disability years ago.

@hobobobobo2065

2 жыл бұрын

Were you an attorney at the DOJ? what is your education level???

I'm confident in Hill&Ponton

@markaries8787

4 жыл бұрын

Why?

@lloydallen2224

3 жыл бұрын

Why ? Because they’re winners. If it weren’t for them there’s no doubt in my mind that I wouldn’t have won my case. I highly recommend them.

Hi with TDIU P&T would your spouse get Survival benefit?

Better understanding after seeing you guys.

Thank you I hope I get mine and if not I will have to call you guys!

@MAGA4EVA1986

3 жыл бұрын

How did it go? Did you get it? I’m 34 and finally got mine, now I’m thankfully 100% TDIU P&T.

I got unemploymenability, and having been on it for going on 3-4 years now, at a younger age (I'm 26 now), it can be both a blessing and a curse, as I can't work a regular job anymore do to this rating. I wish the best of luck to anyone seeking this type of filling though, as many people could use this.

@clintondrummond4301

2 жыл бұрын

you can work but there are income limits

@ChristianJGentlemanhorse

2 жыл бұрын

@@clintondrummond4301 So, I've seen this before, but I can never seem to get a straight answer, any advice or knowledge?

@clintondrummond4301

2 жыл бұрын

@@ChristianJGentlemanhorse 38 CFR 4.16 is a reference on this. I am not a rep nor am I associated with one. I have just seen this question before. Good luck

@wichoflores9922

2 жыл бұрын

Totally agree wish I could work and make a lot more

@blueyedwolf861211

2 жыл бұрын

@@clintondrummond4301 you can work as long as you’re under the marginal income which is like 12,000 ish. Same rule that applies if you apply for TDIU while you’re working.

I am at 90% and I receive social security because of my service connection disability! I have been fighting for yrs to get things right and when they got me to 90 they took away my TBI! My attorney is now filing for TDIU I also have ptsd, migraine, anxiety and depression! I also went through a neurologist to backup my claims! Let's pray we get it through this time!

@HillAndPonton

3 жыл бұрын

Best of luck to you!

30% disabled due to a knee surgery I got before I EAS’d. I have anxiety, “symptoms of PTSD”, depression, and at this point, I’m sure other things that haven’t been uncovered. Every time I walk into the VA, the sheer level of convoluted hoops to jump through makes me unable to accurately focus on filing or finishing claims for things. I don’t have a clue where to begin, and I’m in a financial situation that makes time my enemy. I don’t know what to do. Every time “time” gets brought up in the video, I get more and more worried about how I can even begin to proceed. I already know it’s my fault for allowing my anxiety to prevent me from even going to the hospital. These hoops and timeframes are just worsening my mental state. (TMI for a KZread comment but it is what it is)

@erica8165

3 жыл бұрын

Have you worked with a VSO - Veterans Services Officer, usually from your county? They offer their service free or charge. Working the VA circus by yourself is not advisable as the system is rigged for you to give up. My VSO filed everything for me. He used to be with the VA and was the person who rec'd the Disability applications so he knows the proper verbiage to put on the paperwork. The first level of reviewers are trained just to look for specific keywords and if they don't find it your application gets rejected. It took me 3 years to get the full monty resolved but they retro pay you. Believe me, persistence pays. Good luck.

Hi I originally filed for disability through the VA in 1991 when I was living at the VA in the homeless domiciliaries. They instantly denied my disability and sent me on my then in 2012 I got raided 20% . Then I received 80=100% unemployability in 2015. My lawyer filed a CUE motion. That they have acknowledged. And is going through the whole VA system as we speak it's been 4years sofar. if they find it they did make the mistake by not doing the due diligence in the 90s. Doesn't that mean they show me retro pay all the way to 1991 To 2012 my original approval of 20% that in then was bumped up to 100%. We're talking twenty years here. 20 years that I was homeless off and on because I was unemployable due to my disability

@amyflanagan2896

2 жыл бұрын

Ask you state representative to ask for your c file. Everything you have ever filed is in it.

@pedalingthru2719

2 жыл бұрын

If you did not appeal the ruling with in 12 months you lose all back pay.

@erichammonds6647

2 жыл бұрын

My name is Eric I have been awarded 80%disability for PTSD and Migranes headaches I received a ratings from the doctor who did my PTSD stating I can no longer work and I am being told I have to retire because of my ratings. I am under the FERS retirement plan. Any advice you can give me would be greatly appreciated.

@nolebloodedfarmer7445

2 жыл бұрын

i prob ably would of found the responsible parties and well.

Got service connection for my drinking and chirosis off my liver. Went from 50 to 70 percent on my major depressive disorder. Ptsd sleep apnea 50 percent service connected. Truth be told however I could make a lot more money if I was able to work. Got ssdi at 45 on my own .

I am Permanent and Total Unemployability 💯 through the VA

Great content! I am 100% disabled due to a surgery mishap on a bulging disc at the C-5. I am currently classified as a SCI C-5 ASIA C Incomplete Tetraplegic. I also am also classified as unemployability. However, I did not get classified as permanent and totally disabled but believe I should have been. I was also told that I am only getting about two thirds pay because I should be rated as a R-1 or R-2 (which ever is higher). I tried to find info on the R-1 or R-2 ratings but could not find them. Can you help me figure out how I can get this fixed?

Where can I find info on all of the benefits for the permanent disability TDIU rating? I’m not even aware of many of the benefits offered to me.

Sharing & Thank you very much !!!

@HillAndPonton

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

I used these guys and they are the real deal

My husband has PTSD and was working had to go out for knee surgery and since that surgery he can’t get job back at warehouse due to his knee surgery he’s been out of work for 1yr now and his PTSD is worse VA has denied employability

@vickiejohnson2570

4 жыл бұрын

He’s at 70% need to be 100%

@meredithhpmoderator713

4 жыл бұрын

We are very sorry to hear that. Please give our office a call at 386-257-2100 to see if we may be able to assist. Thank you.

I'm rated at 70% and unemployable due to a back injury. I'm also on SSDI. I've been wanting to try to get it raised to 100%, but I've been afraid of losing what I'm currently getting. What are my options?

@jakeedwards1623

2 жыл бұрын

If you have had a rating for longer than 5 years it can not go down

@MrBundy15

2 жыл бұрын

Get depression or anxiety connected as a secondary condition to you physical condition. Find a psychiatrist who can connect the two, make sure he provides the DBQ and nexus letter. After you submit your paperwork contact the VA and request that they do not contact you for any C&P exams. It took 2 months and my anxiety was approved at 100% (connected to my tinnitus) in under 2 months

@jakeedwards1623

2 жыл бұрын

@@MrBundy15 I have been getting tests done for my stomach problems and they found out it was all stress now I take 8 pills a day for anxiety this Tuesday I have my exam for depression linked as a secondary disability. I’m confident after talking to some people that I will go from 80% to 100% after this however I will keep you guys updated. As this is all happening now.

Just some Pit-fall points I have experienced being, 100% PTSD/TBI I did mine on my own… mistake 😅😂 1. You will be reevaluated for everything you place on the list that keeps you from working (ONLY) If you don’t wanna be reevaluated for a specific condition, don’t put it on the list. 2. PTSD, Be careful not to fall into the (Fiduciary Trap) the VA will take away all your 2nd Amendment Rights and will NOT get them back. You can apply to have them returned with NO chance of Appeal !! 3. TRICARE, if you’re a TRICARE recipient and you’re 100% Permanently disabled VA start Receiving SSDI (Social Security disability) You’ll be forced into TRICARE for life and your Dr bills will skyrocket.

@jonkelley7713

2 жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh!, never heard of the ssdi tricare fubar. Thanks

@accountholder169

2 жыл бұрын

@@jonkelley7713 It’s more like a trap that John McCain set up before the little prick died.

PTSD really does get worse over time

I like this new video format

I am rated at 90% and my TDIU claim plus additional Service Connected disabilities is deferred out to December after filing my claim last December. Every disability is well documented in my military medical records and diagnosed by the VA health care system. My claim remains stalled by endless additional information requests by the VA. As soon as I provide the requested documentation another request is made further pushing out the claim. This has happened several times. The problem is because my disabilities are linked to tactical herbicide and chemical exposures verified by thousands of pages of documentation and military environmental studies but are still outside presumed dates and locations for South Korea. This can take forever when there is a controversial factor involved.

@REeLFUNNYsHortSs

2 жыл бұрын

need your hellp where to claim im at 90 also

@TDC_Dragon

2 жыл бұрын

@@REeLFUNNYsHortSs I was finally rated Individual Unemployable P&T. I don't know your current ratings or situation. There are many factors for IU. I like to do what I can to help others.

@REeLFUNNYsHortSs

2 жыл бұрын

@@TDC_Dragon okay who do you recommend I talk to to get everything started so I can explain to them my situation? I appreciate you replying man this is literally a blessing

does receiving retirement pay affect va unemployability at all when they check your social security?

Im at 90% and to get an 100% is so hard. I files for unemployability and was denied. I filed and appeal and then I got it.

I'm 10% hahah still fighting for my back neck hips I WAS CRUSHED ABOUT 600 800 POUNDS OF CARGO IN BACK OF A WORKING PARTY BEEN disable over 35 year from MARINES I'm 100% from ssd

@reensomoan2733

4 жыл бұрын

google ecfr chapt 38

@meredithhpmoderator713

4 жыл бұрын

Please feel free to give us a call at 386-257-2100 to see if we may be able to assist you. Thank you!

Funny how just one of my diagnosis Im already 100% but Social Security still disapproved me and stated I can still work.

@kimers137

4 жыл бұрын

Have you asked about a Veterans advocate? This is someone who works for the VA to assist veterans who apply for SSDI. I have heard that social security administration is a lot quicker to approve applicants for SSDI if the veteran has an attorney or VA advocate assisting them. I had one and I had zero issues getting approved. Contact your local Veterans Service Officer and ask them about it. If you feel that VSO is not a good one, ho to a different one or contact your Regional Office. Good luck

@gpaco78

4 жыл бұрын

Kimer S I did it on my own. Ok will take your advice since I’m reapplying. Thank you

@kennedymcgovern5413

3 жыл бұрын

I am in that process right now, as well. I am on TDIU, and starting the process for SSDI. The way I have come to understand it, SSDI deny everyone on the first round, automatically and no matter what. Then you start the appeals process, and during the appeals process, your VA disability rating comes into evidence. There are attorneys in every town that handle this stuff for a living. Get one. They charge you nothing up front, nothing if they lose, and just a small percentage of your back pay if you win. No point in you trying to guess your way through it. They know the game better than you or I ever will.

Excellent Information I am already 100% P&T but considering apply for soc sec disability based on PTSD. I am 56 yrs old will be 57 2022 God willing will see what happens

Amazing. Truly great video. Thanks guys. 👍

@HillAndPonton

3 жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

1969 to 73, ... now 50 years without a hearing. Shame on you congress. Shame Shame !

@karlkoznoski4785

Ай бұрын

73 to 77. Just starting my disability fight, never to late to start. Good luck to all.

I've been waiting a very very long time for just a court date. I got a paper saying we received your paperwork and will let you know a court date, that was well over a year ago

I wish I'd know about this stuff years ago. Been sitting at 0-10-20 for the last 20 years. have been completely unemployed for the last 15 years. Most people thought I was bat shit crazy. and I was drunk for a long time. Thank You

@HillAndPonton

3 жыл бұрын

The VA doesn't like to talk about these benefits unfortunately. Do you have a claim ongoing?

Great video!!! I am curious on yall's interpretation on a specific issue. A veteran cannot work any longer because he has bad knees and a back back. He meets the minimum requirement of the 70% because his knees are secondary to his back and he also has lower extremity radiculopathy. Is the law clear about the veteran not needing to find another job that he could do such as sedentary work. The base question for this scenario is: can the veteran get IU because he cannot work at his chosen career due to his service connected disabilities?

@bloodstriper3649

2 жыл бұрын

NO.

@metalmike570

2 жыл бұрын

You can get 100% based on unemployability. That 70% rating already there is exactly what you need and get the rest for unemployability.

All veterans need help because the VA will not help you or comply unless made to do so. . Keep up the good work

@afrilove6901

2 жыл бұрын

I learned this truth the hard way. So frustrating.

@jjarcast

2 жыл бұрын

I disagree, they VA has help me tremendously and they were always willing to help

@AJ-is5ut

2 жыл бұрын

@@jjarcast well you've been lucky then because I've been all over the country at different VAs and I always have problems with doctors etc etc. Your individual situation doesn't cancel out the obvious problems with the VA. You think 23 veterans are committing suicide due to combat ptsd ?

My path was rocky! I was not aware that I had neuropathy my original claim was denied because it was not filed with in one year of returning from Vietnam from agent orange exposure. I went to woods and woods and theVA kept rejecting my claim with different reasons. Finally I was rated at 100% and not able to work. They never stated anything about agent orange even though my exposure was very high in Danang when working in the open. This was a terrible!

Awesome and very informative video thank you very much for sharing this information.

My question is this, I was rated for back injury with radiculopathy in both legs. Back %50 radiculopathy %10 l/L radiculopathy %10 r/L Combine total of %60 Am I qualifed for TDIU I have not worked since 2005

@meredithhpmoderator713

4 жыл бұрын

Please feel free to give our office a call at 386-257-2100 to see if we may be able to assist you. Thank you!

@fredc2504

3 жыл бұрын

333e

So, if I was blown the hell up 15 times..thrown in the air by a couple rockets and and and blah blah..4 years of serious death and contact every week minimum...AS an Arabic linguist for the U.S army..then I joined the army...and almost three years in..my heart and body started acting up and couldn't finish my 3 years..and never worked a job since I got affected...palpitations, daily chronic headaches, neck pain, weakness in legs..dizziness and breathing problems and just can't sleep my nights at all..IBS and Gerd...what do you call that ? I can't work PERIOD..I CAN'T BE AROUND PEOPLE MORE THAN 2 HOURS...I feel I wanna pass out and can't look the hell straight at them.....and the Social security denied me a disability and benefits ...what's that called???? Am I a disabled veteran?? Am I faking sh!t as I couldn't work more than 6 months in the past 8 years. Can anyone help????? I am just physically sick and yet the diagnosis is not serious as the hospitals yes HOSPITALS say....I see disabled ppl evey few days and I can't do 1/4th of they can do. Like seriously why am I left alone and behind??? The hospitals and doctors diagnosed me with: CHRONIC PTSD ( FROM REAL WAR ). G.A.D. CHRONIC IBS. CHRONIC SINUS. CHRONIC GERD. INDUCED ASTHMA. AND NOW ALL MY JOINTS HURT..MY RIGHT ARM GET STIFF AND MY HANDS, FEET AND BACK HURT. SOMETIMES I CANT USE MY HANDS....AND I AM ONLY 35 ...LIKE WHAT THE HELL.....ALL OF THIS AND IT IS NOT A DISABILITY?!!!???!!!! KILL ME PLZ.

@nmartin5551

4 жыл бұрын

Tough situation, but if they can argue that your conditions were pre- existing your actually joining the army (I’m guessing your were making some serious contractor fees during your linguist time), which is nothing against you, but they look at service connection. Meaning it happened to you in your officially sworn in military time. This may be the challenge you are hitting. I have no good answer or you. I hope these folks can help you.

@lonesurvivor6871

4 жыл бұрын

@@nmartin5551 Thank you so much for taking the time to reply to me sir. I believe they can not argue that I had pre exisiting conditions before joining the army due to army(peers) witnesses were with me in Iraq and saw how I roll and take care of everything and anything at anytime, all the problems started when I switched branches from National Guards to reserves to get a Job in an active duty slot ( 35 Papa )..I was placed in a homeless shelter by SFC. Davenport while in the service waiting on a O.K from a CSM to live in one of the 10 thousand empty rooms on a PA base. The shelter manager advised me to call the news as she was told by SFC. Davenport ; We just need you to keep him here for three days and we will get him as he is an asset to us and one of our own..then I was stuck there for 6 months..I called the news (Fox five ) I was given some name from Aljazeera English channel to call and do an interview. I said no..then I caught the palpitations very bad and things just went down hill for me health wise. About my interpretation/linguist work sir. No, I was not making even minimum wage as compared to any N.J cheap worker (USD 7.25). It was them U.S D.O.D linguists who used to make 12 K or 8 K and even 25K a month..and when things get real, they fail and the Battalion commander and CSM. Used to call me to fix their mess and take charge of sensitive meetings, interrogations , propaganda input... Etc. On paper my salary was 5K a month. But the TICKS at Global Linguist solutions, L3 Communications and Titan services Used to cut 4 K and pay us 950 USD a month 😂. While most U.S D.O.Des ( Arabic and Iraqies as well ) cannot do 1/10 of what I used to do and the proof was many many missions/ raids and meetings the U.S. army higher ups refuse to take anyone else on a mission but me. I honestly don't have any Interest in even applying for the benefits because I am just very tired inside ....I have accepted All my losses and I pray to the lord to somehow fix me and grant me peace and relief from all or some of my daily multiple pain. Sorry to trouble you. I apologize if I crossed any line or was inappropriate in how I replied to you sir and thank you so very much..

@nmartin5551

4 жыл бұрын

Recon 19 Delta - no, nothing in appropriate in your reply. You are getting/were getting screwed. I urge you to get in touch with these folks who put this together or a similar advocate. These attorneys are looking to make a cut, but in the end, you will win out if they can get your SC for the things that you have started experiencing since joining. You have spent enough time around the military to know that sometimes the enemy is wearing the same uniform you are. But it isn’t everybody. Hopefully there are some goof people who will help back you up. Very wrong that you were screwed out of most of the money you should have been making as a contractor. If you have been overseas since you officially joined and saw any hostile action, with any luck this can be done. Keep in mind that they love to cite pre-existing condition when they deny you SC. While your job was anything but a job, to the VA you were working at a convenience store prior to swearing into the military. That is the day your experiences and health start counting. Part of what these organizations count on is wearing you down. Which isn’t that hard because when you are suffering from PTSD/Depression, you already worn down. I do hope you can get assistance. But if you are screwed, the only solace I can offer is that you are far from alone, and some things get easier over time.

@nmartin5551

4 жыл бұрын

Recon 19 Delta - I just re-read your reply. If you were in Iraq with the NG as a sworn in soldier, then you need to get help to fight for your benefits from the VA. SSD - honestly, I know tons of people who are 100% per the VA system who get denied by SSA for disability. It makes no sense whatsoever. Either way, if you have been not making any progress with what you have been doing for 8 years, you need better advocacy. THere are several youtube groups I’ve seen who are about getting the most out of your VA claim. Find someone who can work with you. I just sincerely hope you have a service ribbon from Iraq or Syria for your enlisted time. You are likely an honest and upright person who tries to do the right thing. Dealing with the VA and sometimes the military requires a mindset shift to down and dirty. This probably isn’t how you think, so nothing like an attorney or other person who is comfortable with down and dirty to pick up the fight for you. The other catch you are fighting is that the injuries/illnesses sustained must have occurred when you are on active duty. It looks like you were NG and tried to go AD with the Reserves. Again, I wish you the best.

I was denied TDUI because the VA said my last employer didn't reply.

I was denied for lower back pain extremity and pain and spasms go down both legs and urapathy in my lower legs how do I apply for these conditions

I'm 100% unemployable, but I'd like to be able to work part time for my sanity what can I do

@kimbyrd2298

4 жыл бұрын

VOLUNTEER.

@ViralVeediuh

3 жыл бұрын

Keep reevaluating your claim and trying to add things on so you can get a 100% rating without TDIU. Then you can work again

@clevelandjones8637

3 жыл бұрын

You can do volunteer work at any veteran organizations like American legion,DAV,NABVETS, or others.

How come the VA refuses to tell vets about all this?

@HappyHippieGaymer

2 жыл бұрын

How come everyone talks like the VA is a single minded entity and not an organization involving hundreds of thousands of people?

I have just been rated 90% Do to having Parkinson's disease, PTSD for torn facia nerve damage I had the surgery while in the Marine Corps.

Individual unemployability the veteran is receive the payment for the hundred percent rate even though the combined service-connected evaluation is not 100% the veterans service connected conditions cause him her to be unable to obtain or maintain substantially gainful employment because of the veteran service-connected conditions the veteran was periodically certify continued on a unemployability but there is no schedule future reduction or medical examination required to she may be considered by some states to be permanently and totally disabled

Very informative for us that unemployability may be applied not only at the regional office of va. Thanks. My father, a deceased veteran, before he died he undergone treatment in the philippine veterans hospital in manila, after he separated from service due to service connected illness although we dont have any document for such hospitalization, access to that records maybe easy for the va regional office to gather to support as evidence of intitlement of the surviving spouse. Would it be possible?thanks...

@jimlester8878

Жыл бұрын

Is there a set price for attorneys that filed VA claims

I am IU total and permanent, can I apply for Social security benefits when I turn 62?

@aseasonedveteran5915

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, 6 months before you turn 62. you will be applying for social security retirement. you can also apply for SSDI to give you your full disability at the same time. The amount that will receive will be what you would get when you turn Full Retirement age (66+). And when you turn your full Retirement age (66+) it will become your regular Retirement amount of the full amount.

@aiuthbkplmnvxzoiuwxcvywwop5648

3 жыл бұрын

@@aseasonedveteran5915 😲 didn't know...

@Userham59

3 жыл бұрын

Apply for SSDI now.

Is it true once you have been at IU for over 10 years you can be upgraded to 100%m

In 2009 the VA rated me 20% for a lower back injury. the DAV challenged it on my behalf. after 7-8 years in court they admitted they messed the rating up. they were to reevaluate me. in between my rating had increased due to a different cnp with me receiving 40% for lower back, 40% nerve damage to left leg, 10% nerve damage to my right leg. (there had been no real change to my condition in between exams, just different regions doing the exams). they continually tried to send me for a new cnp exam somewhere I cant get to and never tried to schedule one where I could get to( I cant drive due to the narcotics I take form my constant pain). they denied my claim due to not making 2 appointments at the VA hospital (where I can get to) but never notified me of those appointments! (this is a systemic problem at this hospital, they make appointments without consulting the patient and don't notify patient of the appointment for routine care). In addition to this I put in a claim for PTSD due to not combat trauma (survived a hurricane at sea and was close to losing my ship in 50-70 ft. seas.). the CnP examiner recommended 100% unemployable. I also put in a claim for chronic pain. The VA combined the claims even though they had nothing to do with each other, and deigned them both because they couldn't link my PTSD to my service, even though PTSD from hurricanes is well documented. Am I eligible to get unemployable from my first claim if they re rate me at even my current rating of 70% ( my back is worse now) and how do I get them to separate my chronic pain claim and my PTSD claim?

@johnross7166

4 жыл бұрын

P.S. I also just found out I can file for my acid re-flux that is severe due to my many meds. and have seen a VA specialist and am on several meds for to lessen the discomfort. it affects my sleep along with my ptsd

Hello I have a 50% rating for PTSD combat related, 50% for obstructive sleep apnea and 10% for a right rotator cuff strain. Everything equals to 80% disability. Should I try to get the PTSD increased before going for TDIU for unemployability?

@reensomoan2733

4 жыл бұрын

Google ecfr chapt 38

@meredithhpmoderator713

4 жыл бұрын

Please feel free to give our office a call at 386-257-2100 to see if we may be able to assist. Thank you.

Wonder if i can increase my rating a bit to include TBI since i was Field Artillery 🤔.

Thank you for that good info. You guys are very understanding. 🎉🎉🎉😊😊😊😊😊❤.

I have 2 disabilities but only get compensated for one but I get the Special Monthly Compensation for both and the first is a total trauma spine disability and the second is PTSD and I am Total and Permanent for both. Traumatic Spine Stenosis 60 - 40 % and PTSD 100% and got them both without advocates or representation.

Great 👍🏻 info

I have worked hard to have rentals. To better my family's life in the long run. Would this be considered an income and would this be used against me?

@kojack635

4 жыл бұрын

Basically any money that dumps into your account is income

@meredithhpmoderator713

4 жыл бұрын

Please feel free to give our office a call at 386-257-2100 for more information. Thank you.

@Finestizpro

3 жыл бұрын

Doubt it unless your actually doing the repairs physically all they care about is Substantial gainful employment

I was complaining about my severe anxiety and after an exam with a VA psychiatrist, I was given a 10% disability. From there, I been prescribed Valium for 15 years and when they told me that they will stop my medication, I went to the VSO and told him that I cannot afford not to have the prescribed Valium for I cannot live a normal life. He was surprised that VA was prescribing me Valium for more than 15 years if they denied that I didn't have any Anxiety or any mental problem. The VSO check my medical records and cannot believe why my claims is denied. It states, The veteran is appropriately dress for evaluation. He did some paperworks and let me sign it. I got an C&P appointment conducted by VES and concluded that I am suffering from PTSD. I was given a 70% disability and was told that the only thing that keep me getting a 100% is that I am still able to work. I got a combine Total disability of 80%. When VA ask if if I am interested in psychotherapy, I told them that I am indeed interested. I apply for FMLA from my company so I can at least be off 1 day a week but when they found out that I have PTSD, I was terminated from work. I went to the VSO for help if that termination is legal. He told me not to worry for he will file a claim of unemployable under my behalf. Once again, I went to a C&P exam and this time, it's conducted by QTC. Their finding also the same as VES and deem me unemployable. That is when, I was given a 100% permanent and total (No future exam schedule) Never give up on your claim at 100%.