Sample Claim Statement With Example In Virginia
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A lay statement for the VA should follow this format: It is your opportunity to document all the physical, mental, emotional, personal and social changes you have observed. If you served alongside them and they are using your lay statement to corroborate an in-service stressor, include a detailed account of the event.
I injured my foot severely when I was in the service in 1975 at Fort Benning, Georgia. This required surgery to repair the foot, but it did not heal properly and over the years I have not been able to walk properly because of the foot injury. I am furnishing the service medical records from that incident.
What not to say at a C&P Exam. Under no circumstances should you lie or stretch the truth (also called malingering) when it comes to your VA disability claim. At your C&P exam, you should be appearing as you do on a normal day.
Keep your statements short and focused on the main issue at hand. Be Precise: When describing a symptom, incident, or diagnosis -- accuracy matters! Don't exaggerate or embellish details -- stick to the facts. Be Organized: Staying organized is key when it comes to filing a VA claim.
A Statement in Support of Claim will ask for your full name, Social Security number, birth date, contact information, and VA file number. Include your service details. Include your military branch, enlistment dates, and any deployments. Outline your disability.
There are three basic requirements for obtaining VA disability benefits. These requirements include your illness or condition, a medical diagnosis, and a connection to your military service. Join us as Dale Davidson, Veteran Affairs Attorney, explains these three requirements in detail and how you can ensure you have.
