QUESTION
Am I entitled to compensation for being made deaf while in the military?
Asked on Nov 27th, 2012 on Personal Injury - Michigan
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I was a machine gunner in the military and my squad leaders would never let me wear earplugs. Because of that, I find myself constantly asking people "what?" I can never hear anything. I have to have people repeat themselves constantly.
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Have you asked the VA about this issue?
Answered on Apr 15th, 2013 at 6:28 AM
You should contact your local VA office initially for assistance and direction regarding treatment and/or compensation for your hearing loss or contact a lawyer who handles military cases o behalf of plaintiffs.
Answered on Nov 29th, 2012 at 8:00 AM
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Listen to yourself. Blaming your squad leaders. The VA pretty much gives away benefits for any little complaint. Are you sure the horror of military service isn't behind the voices you hear when no one is around? PTSD probably. 100% service connected even though you may have lived a dull but successful life since your service ended. Doesn't matter, seek counseling and they will find a connection.
Answered on Nov 29th, 2012 at 7:52 AM
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You may be entitled to some disability pay through the VA. Contact them. Also, your member of congress. Most of them have someone on staff to help with veteran's issues.
Answered on Nov 29th, 2012 at 7:45 AM
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I hope a VA disability lawyer responds to this. In case one doesn't, as far as I know, if you can show that your hearing loss was caused by you service in the military, you may be entitled to disability benefits. I would recommend that you search the Yellow Pages and internet for an attorney that advertises for military disability claims.
Answered on Nov 29th, 2012 at 7:01 AM
Ronald A. Steinberg
I believe that you would be entitled to some benefits as long as you can prove that the deafness is due to the military, and not just because you are getting older. The burden is on you to prove that you are entitled, rather than the military proving that you are NOT entitled.
Answered on Nov 29th, 2012 at 6:53 AM
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You may be entitled to some VA benefits due to your disability.
Answered on Nov 29th, 2012 at 6:27 AM