Who this is for
For Veterans who were told no
This support is for you if the VA denied your claim, or denied part of it, and you want to understand why and what you can do next.
A decision letter can be hard to read, and it is easy to lose time wondering whether it is worth trying again. We help you read what the decision actually says and what it may point to.
- Your claim was denied, or one of your conditions was denied
- You were denied more than once and are not sure what to change
- The decision says your condition was not connected to your service
- A required exam was missed, delayed or felt incomplete
- You want to understand your options before a deadline passes
What we help with
What we help you understand after a denial
We help you understand what may have been missing and what could support a stronger position.
Why it was denied
Most denials come down to evidence, documentation or the connection to service.
The evidence may not have clearly connected your condition to your service, a required exam may have been missed or incomplete, or your records may not have shown the full severity of your condition.
Higher-Level Review
A senior reviewer looks again at the evidence already in your file.
No new evidence is submitted at this stage (VA Form 20-0996). It can fit when you believe the decision was wrong on the evidence the VA already had.
Supplemental Claim
You submit new and relevant evidence for the VA to consider.
This route (VA Form 20-0995) fits when something that could change the outcome was missing, such as records, an evaluation or nexus-related documentation.
Board Appeal
Your case goes to the Board of Veterans' Appeals for a formal review.
A Board Appeal (VA Form 10182) can be decided on the existing record, with new evidence, or with a hearing. We help you understand what each option involves.
How it works
A clearer path forward
You do not have to choose the right route before you call. We start by understanding what the decision says.
Step 1 of 4
Start with a free coaching call
Tell us what feels stuck and what you are struggling with. You do not need all your documents ready.
Step 2 of 4
Understand your options
We look at where your claim stands and explain what may help next, in plain words.
Step 3 of 4
Build your support path
We help guide you through the relevant next steps for your situation, one at a time.
Step 4 of 4
Move forward with support
Before you commit, you'll know what we can and cannot help with.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What if my VA claim was denied?
You may still have options. A denial often means something was missing or unclear, not that your claim had no merit.
We help you understand what may have been missing and which route, a Higher-Level Review, a Supplemental Claim or a Board Appeal, may fit your situation.
Is there a deadline after a denial?
Yes, timing matters. For a Higher-Level Review or a Board Appeal, the VA generally asks you to file within one year of the date on your decision letter.
Check the dates in your own decision letter, and reach out early so there is time to understand your options.
Can I add new evidence after a denial?
Yes, through a Supplemental Claim. That route is for new and relevant evidence the VA did not consider before.
A Higher-Level Review does not accept new evidence, so it helps to understand the difference first.
Do you guarantee a rating or approval?
No. We do not guarantee a rating, a claim approval or any particular outcome.
The VA makes every decision on your claim. What we do is help you understand what your claim may need, what can be strengthened and what your next step could look like.
Can Love4Vets file my VA claim for me?
No. We do not file claims on your behalf.
Love4Vets provides VA claim coaching and support. We help you understand your claim situation, your evidence and your possible next steps. When legal representation is needed, we point you toward a VA-accredited claims agent, attorney or Veterans Service Organization, who may offer their services for free.
More answers on the FAQ page.
You do not have to accept a denial as the final answer
Start with a coaching call. We'll help you understand your options and what your next step could look like.
Start your free coaching callLove4Vets is a VA claim coaching firm, not a law firm, and does not provide legal representation. We do not file claims on your behalf and we do not guarantee a rating or outcome.