What are the time limits for appealing a denial of benefits?

In California, veterans have certain time limits for appealing a denial of benefits. Generally, the veteran must file an appeal with the local VA Regional Office within one year of the denial. The veteran also has the option to file a Notice of Disagreement (NOD). This is an informal appeal that allows the veteran to explain why they disagree with the denied benefits. The veteran must file the NOD within 60 days of the denial date, unless they can provide evidence that the delay was due to circumstances beyond their control. If the veteran appeals within these time frames, the appeal will be considered timely. If a veteran receives a denial and does not appeal within the one-year time frame, the VA Regional Office may still accept the appeal but only if appealing the denial is in the veteran’s best interest. In such cases, the VA Regional Office may waive the one-year time limit. The appeal process for Veterans Disability benefits can be complex. Therefore, it is important to contact a Veterans Disability lawyer as soon as possible if you receive a denial of benefits. An experienced lawyer can help you appeal the denial and make sure you do not miss any important deadlines.

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