In July of 2018, a company called 3M paid out $9.1 million to the U.S. government for defects in dual-ended combat earplugs used by most service members. The defective products left thousands of military members and veterans vulnerable to possible hearing loss and damage. Although the lawsuit was settled on a large scale, individuals affected …
Members of the military face many risks in their service that can have consequences later in life. According to theU.S. Department of Veteran Affairs, 5.11 million people received compensation in 2020. Long-lasting conditions due to combat or faulty equipment can qualify you, but securing disability benefits and figuring out Social Security can be confusing.
To help you with the process, John Foy & Associates has answered some frequently asked questions for veterans looking for legal assistance.
A wounded veteran may be eligible for Social Security disability. However, the criteria that decide your compensation are different than they are for other applicants. A lawyer can help you understand what compensation you can get.
A veteran with a service-related disability shouldn't have to figure it out alone. Our experienced personal injury attorneys can walk you through your claim.
Don't let your injuries go uncompensated. Depending on your disability rating, the VA may be obligated to give you benefits. Read through our blog posts to learn more about how much a veteran can recover.
Then, when you're ready to talk to an experienced personal injury lawyer, contact John Foy & Associates at (404) 400-4000 to get your free consultation.