Challenging a Final Decision by the VA
If you are an Ohio resident and have a service connected disability but were not able to get the government to acknowledge that fact in a previous case — don't give up! There are other ways to get the benefits the government owes you.
At the Ohio disability law firm of Shifrin Newman Smith Inc., you will find the experienced legal help you need to reopen an old case and obtain the veterans' benefits you deserve. If we are not successful in helping you, you won't pay. In other words, there's no risk and no reason not to call us at 877-230-5500. You can also contact our attorneys online for a free consultation.
Re-Opening an Old Case
There are two circumstances under which the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will reopen the final denial of a service connected disability claim. The first is where the VA finds that a clear and unmistakable error occurred and affected the previous final decision. This type of claim is very difficult to prove as a claimant. However, if you succeed, your start date for benefits will be the original date you filed your claim.
The second, easier way to reopen an old case is to provide the VA with what they call "new and material evidence." The major drawback to reopening an old case this way is that you can only receive benefits from the date you filed your claim to reopen the case, not from the date you originally filed your claim.
Statewide Help ... Office Locations in Akron, Cleveland and Toledo
We are grateful for your service to our country and will be passionate about helping you gain access to the benefits you need. There's no risk; you won't pay any attorney fee unless our lawyers get the disability benefits you seek. To schedule a free consultation, call 877-230-5500 or contact us online.
