How to Apply for TDIU?

Total Disability based on Individual Unemployability (TDIU) is a VA benefit that allows Veterans to receive compensation at the 100% rate if their service-connected disabilities prevent them from securing and maintaining substantially gainful employment. To qualify for TDIU, you must have one disability rated at 60% or higher, or a combined rating of 70% with one condition rated at 40% or more. To apply for TDIU, you need to submit VA Form 21-8940 (Veteran’s Application for Increased Compensation Based on Unemployability) and VA Form 21-4192 (Request for Employment Information). Include evidence of your service-connected disabilities, work history, education and training, and any medical evidence or lay statements supporting your inability to work. The VA may schedule a compensation and pension (C&P) exam to evaluate your claim. If approved, TDIU pays at the 100% compensation rate, even though your disabilities may not reach that level on the rating schedule. TDIU can be permanent in some cases, or the VA may later determine you are able to work and discontinue it. A Veterans disability attorney can help you gather evidence and present the strongest case for TDIU benefits.

How to Apply for TDIU? Transcript

How to apply for TDIU. Hi, I am Montana Crow, a VA disability attorney at Berry Law. Applying for total disability based on individual und employability or TDIU can be a daunting process for veterans, but with the right information it becomes more manageable. Veterans should obtain form 21-8940 from the VA. However, the process truly starts with their initial claim.

If evidence suggests they can’t work due to a service connected disability the VA is supposed to address it. Veterans need to fill out form 21-8940 carefully. They should provide detailed information about their disabilities, treatments and work history. They should recall their employment history, including dates, employers and earnings. If details are a little fuzzy, they should make their best guess.

Veterans should fill in the gaps. They can request missing information from relevant organizations like the Social Security Administration or their medical providers. Remember, the goal is to provide the VA with clear evidence of the inability to work due to service-connected disabilities. By following these steps diligently, veterans increase their chances of a successful TDIU claim. They should take their time, gather their documents, and not hesitate to seek help when needed. The team at Berry Law is ready to help.

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