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TDIU 100 Expert - Veterans Disability
We have helped numerous veterans prove that, based on service-connected disability, they are not employable.
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Let us help you through TDIU vocational rehabilitation expert services.
VA TDIU Vocational Expert Useful Information & F.A.Q's​
WHAT IS A VOCATIONAL CONSULTANT?
A vocational consultant is a professional educated at the graduate level and has completed specialized training in the physical and mental requirements of work to accomplish the experience of employment.
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WHAT IS A VOCATIONAL EXPERT (VE)?
A vocational expert is a vocational consultant that has prepared and presented vocational materials (opinion reports) in a legal matters and typically has defended his/her opinion reports in formal legal procedings, such as depositions or at trial.
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WHAT TYPE OF QUALIFICATIONS DOES A VOCATIONAL EXPERT POSSESS?
First and foremost, the VE should have earned a graduate degree in Rehabilitation Counseling. This degree focuses on disability and employment with specificity that no other degree program provide.
To learn more about the occupation of Rehabilitation Counseling.
To learn more the Vocational Evaluation process and certification.
REHABILITATION COUNSELOR AS DESCRIBED BY THE OCCUPATIONAL INFORMATION NETWORK (O*NET):
"Counsels individuals to maximize the independence and employability of persons coping with personal, social, and vocational difficulties that result from birth defects, illness, disease, accidents, aging, or the stress of daily life."
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DO REHABILITATION COUNSELORS REQUIRE A LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATION?
YES! Some states (but not all) have licensing requirments. Licensing is a governmental process, while certification is (typically) a voluntary process.
The Certified Rehabilitation Counselor or CRC is the gold-standard for vocational experts but this credential while encompassing evaluation is not specific and unique to evaluation of vocational potential. The Certified Vocational Evaluator (CVE) is focused primarily on the evaluation process.
Seek a vocational with both credentials. A credential awarded by the American Board of Vocational Experts (ABVE) is an excellent alternative. The ABVE is not recognizied however as a "counseling" credential. The Social Security Administration accepts only the CRC and the ABVE for the performance of vocational expert witness role in SSA hearings.
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DO I NEED AN ATTORNEY OR NON-ATTORNEY REPRESENTATIVE?
No. But you are entitled to representation. We are the experts that attorneys hire to determine if a veterans service-connected disabilities interfere with the veterans ability to perform work and access the labor market.
DOES TDG OFFER REPRESENTATION?
No. We are NOT lawyers. We do not give legal advice. If you hire a representative, attorney or otherwise please share this person's contact information so the representative can be added to the team.
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CAN THE VETERAN HIRE A VOCATIONAL EXPERT DIRECTLY?
YES - You can hire us directly. Most do. We have helped numerous military veterans prove their inability to work (based on service-connected disabilities) resulting in a 100% disability finding.
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FYI - DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS. Most Veterans find the VA website very helpful.
To learn more about TDIU simply click this link > to the VA website.
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DOES TDG OFFER A FREE INITIAL PHONE CONSULTATION?
Absolutely. In fact the Veteran will speak directly with the vocational disability expert. The average call length is 45 minutes. Often the expert is able to learn enough during this consultation to make strong and accurate case predictions. We don't accept an assignment unless we know that we can prove that the veteran is unable to perform substantial gainful employment and therefore is 100% VOCATIONALLY DISABLED.
IS A FORMAL WRITTEN REPORT DEVELOPED?
Yes. A vocational disability analysis is a very thorough research-focused project, so-to-speak which culminates with the development of a formal professional report. This report when submitted to a third party organization, such as a medical center, physician, attorney, insurance company, government entity, educational institution becomes a protected document. Only a professional with graduate level credentials including professional certification should author a vocational disability expert analysis.
HOW MUCH DOES A VOCATIONAL DISABILITY EXPERT ANALYSIS COST?
The cost for a vocational expert report for TDIU purposes should not exceed $2,000 at the absolute max. Expect to pay between $1,000 and $1,750.
The Disability Group has a capped fee for TDIU vocational expert reports.
*Depending on the uniqueness and intricacies of a case the charges could be as little as $500.
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DOES TDG OFFER A PAYMENT PLAN?
Yes. A small retainer is paid to establish the professional relationship. After 30 days another small payment is collected and the balance is due at the completion of the project.
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WHAT PAYMENT METHODS DOES TDG ACCEPT?
Payment methods include: US Postal Money Order, or electronically via Venmo.
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WHAT MATERIALS AND DOCUMENTS WILL THE EXPERT REQUIRE?
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VA Records
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DD214
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VA Disability Decision Letters
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Historical employment records, if available
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WHAT DOES THE PROCESS ENTAIL?
Completion of a diagnostic interview to determine work history, educational history, military history, skill-set evaluation, completion of a transferable skills analyis, etc.
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WHAT TYPE OF RESOURCES ARE UTILIZED TO FORM A VOCATIONAL DISABILITY EXPERT OPINION?
The library of resources frequently utilized is far too vast to list here.
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The following are some of the more commonly used resources/materials/tools:
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ARE Witness/Lay Statements, AKA "Buddy Letters" REQUIRED?
No. However, Buddy Letters are often very helpful. To learn more about Witness/Lay Statements.
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CAN I SPEAK WITH THE EXPERT?
Yes and the initial call is free and very informative. At TDG we do not accept a case unless we are confident that we will be successful.
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Simply follow up by email or complete one of the contact forms, and we'll schedule a time to talk.
Help is on the way.