Frequently Asked Questions

Working with a firm that keeps you at a distance only adds stress you don't need, and it can weaken your case, since a case manager without legal training misses what a lawyer catches. At Pinyerd Disability Law, LLC, you speak with one of our lawyers, never a case manager or legal assistant, from the first call through federal court if that becomes necessary.

Veteran claims move through a system with its own internal playbook, and our team includes former VA staff who've sat on the other side of that desk. That experience shapes how we frame your file, which conditions to document together, which evidence VA raters weigh most, and where claims often lose points. VA disability compensation runs from about $180 a month at 10 percent up to about $3,938 a month at 100 percent, plus added amounts for dependents.

Many strong disability cases include a denial before they succeed. You can request reconsideration within 60 days, and if that's denied too, a hearing before an administrative law judge comes next. Our team built its reputation on catching the small details a first review missed, the kind of detail that turns a denial into an approval on appeal.

Waiting for a decision is often the hardest part of the process. Initial SSDI applications take an average of six to eight months to process, though the exact time depends on your state and the complexity of your medical case. Complete medical records at filing can help avoid delays. We monitor your claim status and let you know the moment there is an update.