Post by MikeDamon on Nov 28, 2016 22:23:16 GMT
Individual unemployable Flyrer
How to Apply
www.benefits.va.gov/COMPENSATION/claims-special-individual_unemployability.asp
Individual Unemployability is a part of VA's disability compensation program that allows VA to pay certain Veterans disability compensation at the 100% rate, even though VA has not rated their service-connected disabilities at the total level.
Eligibility Requirements:
You must be a Veteran
You must have at least one service connected disability rated at least at 60%, OR
Two or more service connected disabilities at least one disability ratable at 40 percent or more with a combined rating of 70 percent or more.
You must be unable to maintain substantially gainful employment as a result of service-connected disabilities (marginal employment, such as odd jobs, is not considered substantial gainful employment for VA purposes).
Evidence Requirements:
Evidence of at least one service connected disability AND
That the service-connected disability or disabilities are sufficient, without regard to other factors, to prevent performing the mental and/or physical tasks required to get or keep substantially gainful employment AND
That one disability is ratable at 60 percent or more, OR
If more than one disability exists, one disability is ratable at 40 percent or more with a combined rating of 70 percent or more.
Under exceptional circumstances this benefit may be granted with a lower disability rating than noted above provided the evidence shows the service-connected disability or disabilities present such an exceptional or unusual disability picture, due to such factors as marked interference with employment or frequent periods of hospitalization, that applying the normal disability requirements is impractical.
How to Apply
Apply online using eBenefits, OR
Work with an accredited representative or agent, OR
Go to a VA regional office and have a VA employee assist you. You can find your regional office on our Facility Locator page.
For more information on how to apply and for tips on making sure your claim is ready to be processed by VA, visit our How to Apply page.
www.benefits.va.gov/COMPENSATION/claims-special-individual_unemployability.asp