Bluestein Attorneys | Blog

Were you involved in a court case and you feel that the outcome was unjust? You may be wondering if appealing your case is an option and just what goes into an appeal.

If you're considering speaking with a legal representative about the possibility of appeal, we have a few basic facts you may want to know.

When a veteran applies for VA Disability benefits as a result of service-connected conditions or other concerns,, they often present reams of documentation to prove their claim to the VA.

One of the documents that you may find useful, when looking to provide supporting evidence, is a "buddy statement."

What is a VA Disability buddy statement, and when is a buddy statement important for proving your claim? Let's take a closer look.

Social Security Disability, intended to help those who find it hard or even physically impossible to support their households through employment due to injury or disease, can be difficult to gain access to.

On average, 55% of applicants are ultimately rejected. It can take nearly two years just to get a hearing.

Many of those with "invisible" disabilities — that is, disabling illnesses or injuries that are not immediately visible or apparent — find it even more strenuous and frustrating a process.

Having an "invisible" disability doesn't mean you can't still get access to the Social Security Disability benefits that will allow you to maintain your quality of life. Today, we'll take a look at these sometimes hard-to-prove disabilities and what you can do to fight for your individual rights when applying for SSD.