Exposure to Agent Orange began during the Vietnam War, but its effects are not limited to Vietnam combatants. If you are a veteran suffering from an illness that’s been associated with Agent Orange exposure, it’s possible you came into contact with the chemical without even knowing it. You may be eligible for the Agent Orange Registry Exam to determine if you can receive veterans disability benefits and healthcare benefits through the Veterans Administration. Our law firm, Marcari, Russotto, Spencer & Balaban, is dedicated to protecting veterans’ rights. We can help you manage the process and challenge denials of benefits so that you can receive the help you deserve.
If you want to qualify for VA disability benefits for dioxin exposure, you should be able to show three things:
Veterans who meet these three criteria do not have to prove they were exposed to Agent Orange; the VA presumes that Agent Orange caused their illness. If you do not meet all three of these criteria, you may be able to qualify under the Blue Water criteria, if your circumstances suggest a strong enough association between your illness and Agent Orange.
The VA presumes Agent Orange to be the cause of the following diseases, so that veterans and their survivors may be eligible for benefits:
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Children of veterans of the Vietnam era who suffer from birth defects such as spina bifida can also qualify for benefits.
If you did not serve in Vietnam or Korea at the times indicated, you may still have served on some detail that has become associated with Agent Orange exposure. These include:
Veterans can also make a case for disability and healthcare benefits by demonstrating that they are suffering from a non-presumptive disease associated with Agent Orange.
Even if you have a strong, presumptive case for Agent Orange exposure, you can still face an unreasonable denial of benefits. If you’ve been denied or feel you need help to assemble the evidence to make a stronger case, contact Marcari, Russotto, Spencer & Balaban We always have someone available to talk to you, even if you can’t see us in person. Call us today at 866-866-VETS or contact us online. We charge nothing upfront, and you pay no attorney fees unless we win your claim for benefits.