When you are seeking VA disability benefits, there are a number of levels in the appeals process, and each one is slightly different. Here is a brief overview of what you might expect: • Regional Office with a rating specialist: this is where most veterans first start out after making a new claim. Typically, when …
Dependents’ Benefits
A veteran who has a combined total rating of at least 30 percent can receive additional monthly compensation for his or her dependents. Sometimes, there’s confusion about how to claim dependents, or how to establish that a veteran has dependents. Here’s a quick guide in applying for dependents’ benefits. A “dependent” can be a spouse, …
New Legislation Possible for “Blue Water” Navy Veterans
The recent Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims (CAVC) decision opened the door for more “blue water” Navy veterans to receive service-connections for disorders related to Agent Orange exposure. However, there have been some recent developments that might open that door even wider. News reports are now suggesting that more Navy veterans might have been …
John Berry Speaks at University of Nebraska College of Law
On March 12, 2015, Criminal defense Attorney John Berry spoke to University of Nebraska – Lincoln law students about current criminal defense issues. The talk covered current criminal law issues at the legislature, training and education, and a criminal defense attorney’s courtroom perspective. Berry is currently the president of the Nebraska Criminal Defense Attorneys Association …
Excellence in the Courtroom
Athletes and soldiers achieve excellence through training. In sports, practice is crucial. In the military, battle drills and rehearsals are used to prepare for combat. Any endeavor in which excellence is expected, that requires constant training. This is no different for lawyers. While most states have continuing legal education requirements that mandate attorneys to participate …
Gaining Access to Venture Capital
It takes money to make money, or so the saying goes. Access to sufficient capital is one of the major considerations why some businesses fail and others don’t. One of the great things about working with small business is I occasionally witness them become big business. There are programs in Nebraska that can help small …
How Leniency For Veterans Helps Us All
The United States has a tradition of recognizing our veterans who serve overseas during holidays. Often, this time of year, the Commander-in-Chief will visit troops in combat zones such as Iraq and Afghanistan to thank them for their service. We pray for the safety of those who protect our freedom. Many veterans return from war …
How Nebraska Lawyers Can Help Veterans With Their Rights
“A man who runs the risk of shedding his blood for his country is good enough to be given a square deal afterwards. More than that no man is entitled and, less than that no man shall have.” Teddy Roosevelt [July 4, 1903] In the history of mankind, no individual has done more for the …