What is the process for submitting a claim for a traumatic brain injury?

The process for submitting a claim for a traumatic brain injury in New Jersey is similar to the general Veterans Disability Law process. First, check to see if you are eligible for disability benefits. You must have current, releasable medical records verifying your traumatic brain injury and the date of its occurrence. If you meet these eligibility requirements, you should reach out to the New Jersey Veterans Disability Law Office to submit a formal claim. The claim must include an application that details your service-related injury, including any medical evidence to support your claim such as neurological evaluations and proof of the traumatic brain injury. Your claim should also include your contact information and a description of the impact of your injury on your daily life. After submitting your claim, you may be contacted by a Veterans Service Representative (VSR) from the New Jersey Veterans Disability Law office. The VSR will then review and process your claim. If you are unable to provide enough medical evidence to support your claim, your VSR may ask you to provide additional evidence such as medical records. Once your claim has been processed, you will receive your eligibility determination and disability award amount in the mail. It may take some time to process your claim, but if you are denied benefits, you have the right to appeal the decision. The New Jersey Veterans Disability Law office can help guide you through the appeal process.

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