Florida Veterans (VA) Attorneys

Living in Florida and having served in the military could potentially qualify you for disability benefits through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). These benefits are available to veterans whose disabilities stem from their military service.

However, applying for VA benefits can pose difficulties. A Florida-based VA disability attorney at Greene & Marusak can assist you in maneuvering through the intricate VA appeals system and constructing a compelling case.

How To Achieve Benefits In Florida

If your claim for benefits has been denied by the VA, you're not alone. The veteran advocates at Greene & Marusak can assist you in building a compelling case for VA disability benefits. Our team of Florida-based VA disability attorneys, VA practitioners, and accredited VA claims agents are well-versed in the VA's requirements. We understand the essential elements of a successful claim, which include demonstrating the following:

1. You have a current diagnosis of a disabling medical condition.

2. The condition is directly related to an event, injury, or illness during your military service.

The VA terms this as "service connection," and it's crucial for receiving disability benefits. Without it, the VA won't grant benefits, regardless of the severity of your condition. For instance, we can't merely assert that your hearing loss is due to your military service. We must establish a nexus, or connection, between your hearing loss and a specific event during your service. For example, we might argue that prolonged exposure to loud gunfire during combat caused your hearing loss.

To establish service connection, we gather evidence such as your military records, medical history, test results, and statements from your doctor or testimony from medical experts.

VA Disability Compensation Levels:

  • 10 percent disability rating: $171.23 per month

  • 20 percent disability rating: $338.49 per month

  • 30 percent disability rating: $524.31 per month

  • 40 percent disability rating: $755.28 per month

  • 50 percent disability rating: $1,075.16 per month

  • 60 percent disability rating: $1,361.88 per month

  • 70 percent disability rating: $1,716.28 per month

  • 80 percent disability rating: $1,995.01 per month

  • 90 percent disability rating: $2,241.91 per month

  • 100 percent disability rating: $3,737.85 per month

Statistics

1.5 million veterans.

  • 331,000 veterans who receive VA disability.

  • Over 725,000 veterans enrolled in the VA health care system.