Going through the VA disability process is overwhelming and complicated. Once you apply for your VA disability benefits and are denied, it is difficult to know what to do next. “If you disagree with a VA decision dated on or after February 19, 2019, you can choose from 3 decision review options (Supplemental Claim, Higher-Level Review, or Board Appeal) to continue your case.” https://www.va.gov/decision-reviews/.
All 3 decision review options have their own benefits. The Supplemental Claim option allows you to submit new evidence, the Higher-Level Review option provides you with another review of your already submitted evidence, and the Board Appeal option provides a hearing with a Veterans Law Judge. Some options will provide a quicker decision while others may take longer, but may be more beneficial for your specific case. It is important to talk to someone who is familiar with the VA appeals process to help guide you through the maze.
The VA has an accreditation program for qualified attorneys to assist you with your VA disability appeal. “The VA accreditation program exists to ensure that Veterans and their family members receive appropriate representation on their VA benefits claims. VA accreditation is for the sole and limited purpose of preparing, presenting, and prosecuting claims before VA.” https://www.va.gov/OGC/docs/Accred/HowtoApplyforAccreditation.pdf. Attorney Christine M Bechtold is the only VA accredited attorney in Loganville, Georgia. https://www.va.gov/ogc/apps/accreditation/index.asp.
There is a fee to hire an accredited attorney, but there are no up-front fees with Attorney Bechtold. You only pay if your appeal is granted, and the only fee is a percentage of your back benefits. Many Veterans are happy to have someone assist them through the appeals process for a small amount of their back benefits they would not have received otherwise.
Contact the Law Office of Christine M Bechtold, LLC to schedule a free case evaluation for your VA disability appeal. 770-466-2700, Christine@Bechtold-Law.com.